About us

Georgia joined CMS in 2009 and since then has worked on all aspects of the business, as Account Director and then Communications Director. She was appointed to the Board in 2014 and became owner and Managing Director in 2015. Georgia oversees all CMS’ client accounts and development of new business.

Oliver joined CMS in 2023 and, as an Account Director, is responsible for developing communication, engagement, and PR strategies as well as managing the delivery for clients. Most recently he was a senior communications manager at the Ministry of Defence, following a career as an infantry officer in the Army, and has a deep understanding of Defence and media relations. Outside of work Oliver is a keen squash player, enthusiastic cyclist and enjoys playing the bagpipes.

Alex is Senior Adviser to CMS. A prominent defence analyst, she is a specialist in US-UK defence relations, industrial policy, defence exports and acquisition. As a dual US and UK citizen, she divides her time between the US and UK, with frequent visits to both the Pentagon and the UK MoD.

Jamie joined the CMS team in early 2022 as an Account Manager. With 7 years’ experience working in Westminster for a number of MPs he understands the political landscape and how policy is formed. He helps clients engage with Parliament with a focus on Government relations and also PR. He is a keen sports fan, with a particular interest in rugby union and boxing.

Mat became part of CMS in 2022 and handles day-to-day digital communications, helping clients reach their audiences and building up brand awareness. He has worked for senior politicians including Secretaries of State in the Czech Republic. After moving to the UK, he joined Conservative Campaign Headquarters working on the Party's 2019 General Election campaign. Matej studied political science and international relations at Charles University in Prague, speaks six(!) languages and loves cooking.

Toby joined CMS in June 2023, bringing with him four years of agency experience. Toby specialises in public affairs and media relations and is knowledgeable about the sector, having an article he co-wrote on nuclear submarine procurement published in October 2022. Alongside his agency and defence experience, Toby was on Tom Tugendhat’s press team during the 2022 Conservative Leadership Election where he organised interviews and accompanied Tom on media rounds. Outside of work, Toby is a big rugby fan supporting London Irish from a young age.

Phoebe became a part of the CMS team in May 2023 and supports CMS' media and PR services. Phoebe has a background in communications having worked for a number of years at a European technology start-up. She graduated in 2021 from the University of Exeter with a first in Politics and International Relations (BSc). She is currently an Officer Cadet in the Royal Navy Reserves. Outside of work she has a keen interest in netball, climbing, kayaking and watching sport.

Jemima joined the CMS team in May 2024 having recently graduated with a first in International Relations from the University of Exeter, writing her dissertation on Russian and NATO military capabilities in the Arctic. Jemima has a background in defence from her work as a researcher and writer on an international geopolitical podcast. Her work for CMS includes supporting its political and media engagement services.

Zennor Advisory is an expert group of consultants with extensive experience in reputation and issues management for those dealing with highly challenging global issues. The Zennor Advisory team’s background complements CMS’ with their knowledge gained from working in senior political and corporate communications roles.

Provision Advisors is a United States partnership, established by former US military public affairs and communications representatives. CMS works with Provision Advisors on US/UK campaigns, with on the ground support and “in country” knowledge and network.