Citypress

As an employee-owned agency, Citypress places significant emphasis on its independence, culture and purpose. This is exemplified through the establishment of its Employee Ownership Board, which includes representatives from various roles across the business and is aimed at ensuring a diverse and inclusive governance structure. 

The introduction of CitypressU, a bespoke training programme, underscores its commitment to career development and employee growth. Moreover, the agency’s entry to the Social Mobility Index highlights its successful efforts to be an inclusive workplace.

Citypress prides itself on its positive workplace culture, as evidenced by its high staff retention rate – 92 per cent in 2024 – and substantial investment in employee development and wellbeing. Its initiatives, such as significant bonuses (last year it paid out over £650,000 in performance bonuses and profit-sharing), and support for numerous causes and charities, demonstrate a holistic approach to the business itself and staff welfare. These efforts not only enhance the professional lives of the agency’s employees but also contribute positively to communities and the broader PR industry.

All of the above make Citypress a standard-bearer in the industry in terms of workplace culture, contributions to social mobility and employee wellbeing. The agency’s comprehensive approach to employee development and diversity and inclusion, along with its robust support systems for all team members, make it a worthy winner of this year’s award.

Judges comments: “So impressive. This is an agency that’s pushing the boundaries for its team.”