Andrew M. Smith, Senior Adviser

Andrew offers strategy advice to the board, drawing on his 25 years as a communications consultant. Andrew was Managing Partner of Gardant Communications when the company was known as The Policy Partnership from 1996 until 2008. After holding this position for twelve years Andrew was able to pursue his passion for films and the creative industries when he took up the position Group Corporate Affairs Director for Pinewood Shepperton studios.

Whilst Managing Partner, Andrew advised a wide range of clients including companies, NGOs, charities, public sectors bodies and governments. Andrew's experience has ranged from managing controversial planning issues to takeover bids to highly complicated tax issues.

Andrew began his career as a civil servant and left to join what was then Europe's leading public affairs company, where his responsibility for the strategic direction of each business spanned seven countries. He was group managing director when he resigned to join The Policy Partnership.

Andrew has vast experience in the corporate and voluntary sector, advising on public affairs, issues management and communications. He also advised governments on issues ranging from media relations, constitutional affairs, trade issues and foreign affairs.

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