Midlands consultant named Young Achiever

Sam was judged to be the Young Achiever at the 2024 CorpComms national awards for excellence in communications. The award celebrates exceptional young professionals who have made significant contributions to their industries, showcasing leadership, innovation, and outstanding results.

Sam is an Account Director at PLMR Group, one of the UK’s Top 50 PR firms. He works primarily in PLMR’s Midlands team and its specialist PR and Corporate Communications practice, providing media relations, public affairs and reputation management services for organisations in the UK and internationally.

Sam’s achievement recognises his successes in delivering impactful campaigns for clients and driving success for PLMR.

The award comes as the Midlands team closes off a record year for revenue, having continued its expansion in the region’s built environment sector. He also recently completed a secondment in Sydney, Australia, organised by PLMR, where he worked alongside a leading agency for two weeks.

Sam Pugh, Account Director at PLMR, said: “I am delighted to have been named Young Achiever of the Year at this year’s CorpComms Awards. 

“Since joining PLMR in 2019, I have had the privilege of working with so many great organisations to deliver nationally significant campaigns, manage fascinating briefs, and navigate complex policy environments – all alongside truly incredible colleagues. 

“My journey, and this award, has only been made possible by the support and opportunities I’ve been lucky to receive. 

“I look forward to continuing to deliver for clients in the Midlands and across the UK in the year ahead.”

Ollie Lane, Managing Director at PLMR Group, said: “The CorpComms Awards recognise the very best performers in the communications industry and Sam fully deserves his accolade.

“His award confirms what we already knew – that he is an outstanding consultant whose strategic approach, expertise and focus on results delivers for clients day in day out. We are thrilled for him, and delighted to see the Midlands team go from strength to strength.

“At PLMR, we’re committed to delivering impactful, sustainable results for our clients while fostering hugely impactful careers for our people. This recognition underscores the creativity and dedication of our colleagues.”