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Trusted BY THE BIG, MEDIUM AND SMALL...
ABOUT US
we really get internal comms and we love what we do
We Speak your language
PROUD CERTIFIED MEMBERS OF IOIC
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based in MANCHESTER, UK
We are home grown in Manchester, UK but have Gurus around the globe. We work with local and global companies either face-to-face or remotely and use the latest tools for maximum engagement and results.
Our Mission
To create kick-ass comms your people will love and improve your ways of communicating by squeezing the most out of your exisiting channels or onboading the latest technology to land your messages with the oomph they deserve.
WE GET COMMS
Most comms folk can talk to the talk (strategy) or make things look pretty (design). We do both very well and have all worked on the frontline and led teams (operations) so are 100% bullshit free. We know what works.
ALL-IN-ONE COMMS CREW
From big-picture planning to budget-friendly visuals that pop - we’ve got you covered. Our Gurus come with over 75+years combined expereince and are experts in their field. We are small but mighty and delivery results with speed and precision.
How our clients describe us...
Meet THE GURUS
Paul Heaton
Paul is our Head Guru and MD, and founder of 5 Point Five Ltd.
He has over 20 years' experience developing, leading and managing successful internal comms teams and campaigns for small, mid-sized and global businesses.
Paul is our Head Guru and MD, and founder of 5 Point Five Ltd.
He has over 20 years' experience developing, leading and managing successful internal comms teams and campaigns for small, mid-sized and global businesses.
James Blair
James is one of our freelance Gurus making his mark on the comms world.
Coming from a training and development background, he has a wealth of experience creating, maintaining and managing clear and engaging comms.
James is one of our freelance Gurus making his mark on the comms world.
Coming from a training and development background, he has a wealth of experience creating, maintaining and managing clear and engaging comms.
Dominic Lamb
Dom is our Lead Videographer Guru.
Studying Film Production at university, where he graduated with honours, Dom has quickly developed a reputation for high-quality, distinctive and engaging corporate videos.
Dom is our Lead Videographer Guru.
Studying Film Production at university, where he graduated with honours, Dom has quickly developed a reputation for high-quality, distinctive and engaging corporate videos.
Adam Mileusnic
Adam is our specialist Brand Guru.
He has a wealth of experience in graphic design and rand strategy, with a history of kick-ass campaigns under his belt.
Adam is our specialist Brand Guru.
He has a wealth of experience in graphic design and rand strategy, with a history of kick-ass campaigns under his belt.
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Sinead Healy
Sinead is our Leadership Coach Guru.
She has over 15 years of experience coaching and training leadership teams to success.
Sinead is our Leadership Coach Guru.
She has over 15 years of experience coaching and training leadership teams to success.
Arthur Wilson
Arthur is our specialist SEO Guru.
He has extensive experience of building both small and large responsive websites for companies.
Arthur is our specialist SEO Guru.
He has extensive experience of building both small and large responsive websites for companies.
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Frequently asked QuestionS
Who is behind The Comms Guru?
Our MD and Lead Consultant, Paul Heaton, setup and runs the company. He is based in Manchester, UK. Paul comes with a wealth of experience in internal comms, working in the field himself for over 21 years. 5 Point Five Ltd, the company behind The Comms Guru was set up in 2014 as an internal comms business consultancy.
During the time of the pandemic, Paul launched The Comms Guru brand and moved to an agency model, expanding our team of Gurus and developing services and solutions to improve internal comms for businesses.
What is your approach to internal communications?
The Comms Guru’s approach to internal comms is practical, strategic and tailored. Here’s how it breaks down:
Clarity First
• Clear, jargon-free messaging·
• Focus on what people need to hear—not just what leaders want to say
Audience-Led Planning
• Stakeholder mapping to understand who needs what·
• Tailored messages based on roles, regions, and channels
Tools That Work
• Ready-made templates for comms plans, stakeholder maps and emails·
• Visual content like video and infographics to drive engagement
Strategic Support
• Support for change comms, culture shifts, restructures and more·
• Aligns comms with business goals, not just awareness
Measurement Built In
• Set objectives up front·
• Use staff surveys, feedback loops and analytics to measure impact
Up‑to‑Date Thinking
• Regular updates and guidance through GuruMail·
• Helps in-house teams stay current without constant agency support
What sets your team apart?
We are a small but agile internal comms agency with a track record in organisational comms. Between our Gurus we have amassed over 75+ years of hands-on experience in comms and engagement and provide ready‑to‑use tools, clear frameworks and measurable outcomes.
Check out what our clients say about us here on our Clients page.
Do you have case studies or proof of success?
Of course. We feature a number of client testimonials and case studies on our Clients page
How do you measure project impact?
We obsess on demonstrating results, and we set measurable objectives at the start to ensure the work we do with you hits or exceeds these KPIs.
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