Finance

Be ready to face the media at all costs

For the UK economy and the financial industry it remains a turbulent time. The ongoing cost-of-living crisis fuelled by uncertainty around inflation, interest rates, trade and spending is fertile ground for those organisations with a firm position and a strong voice.

We’ve delivered courses for over 100 companies within the finance sector including over 45% of the FTSE100 and are exceptionally proud of the high level of repeat business from these organisations.

Find out here how we can help FTSE 100 Companies. 

What Media First clients in your sector say

Annually we ask an independent company to analyse the media’s view of our press office, including our spokespeople, and Nationwide comes top in its sector for having knowledgeable spokespeople and giving access to them. Without the great training provided by Media First we would not have been confident enough to put them out there with the media."

Michelle Slade, Media Relations Manager, Nationwide.

Excellent tailored training that added real value and provided unique insight and practical skills."

Katerina Kaltsas, People & Programmes, Deloitte

The bespoke days training I had with Media First was challenging, thought provoking, and has really helped with the practical skills and confidence I need to work with the media enquires we’re likely to receive."

Regan Naughton Head of Compliance, First Response Finance

Media First has provided Barclaycard with media training since 1997. In that time, it has delivered first class support to senior executives. The use of professional studios and journalists gives participants a real flavour and understanding of the media world and what journalists are after. The comments we receive back from our staff tell us this is one of the most beneficial training courses they attend."

Mark Gonnella, Director of External Affairs, Barclaycard.

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