Cratus Appoints Harriet Shone as Senior Director (Public Sector) to Lead a New Integrated Offer

We are excited to announce the appointment of Harriet Shone as Senior Director (Public Sector).  

In this newly created role, Harriet will leverage Cratus’s expertise across planning, housing, energy, and infrastructure to create a comprehensive service offering that helps public sector clients meet the Labour Government’s expectations for housing and infrastructure delivery. 

“We’re thrilled to welcome Harriet to the team. Her expertise in the public sector, navigating complex communications and engagement projects, and her deep understanding of the planning and development process will be invaluable in supporting clients delivering key infrastructure and housing across the UK.”, said Julian Seymour, Deputy CEO of Cratus Group. 

Harriet joins us with over a decade of expertise in communications, community engagement, and strategic stakeholder management. Previously a Director at LCA (formerly London Communications Agency), where she specialised in planning consultation for several large-scale projects and brings with her a deep insight into London’s political landscape and beyond. 

“I’m excited to join Cratus and lead the development of this new offer for the public sector. Effective communication and engagement are essential for building trust and support for critical infrastructure projects. I look forward to working with clients to deliver projects that benefit communities and meet the needs of growing cities.” said Harriet Shone, Senior Director at Cratus Group. 

Additionally, we have further strengthened our team with the recent promotion of Louise Hingley to Associate Director and Matthew Spencer to Account Director within the planning team.  

“Their dedication and expertise have been key to the company’s success, and they are poised for even greater achievements in their new roles,” Julian Seymour, Deputy CEO of Cratus Group.