Left to right: Deborah Lowdon, Robert Ryder and Antonia Edwards.

We have hired three new specialists doubling the size of the company’s workforce. Having only made the transformation from a freelance consultancy to a hiring firm in 2011, the agency has rocketed into the new year by hiring the trio of new recruits.

With over 20 years industry experience in leading companies such as Bradford and Bingley and Rook Matthews Sayer, newly appointed sales manager Deborah Lowdon joins the company to further its growth and development.

Deborah, from Newcastle, said: “I have always admired the work ethos and creative ability of the Colin Harris Web Development team – I am thrilled to be joining the company as it enters this new phase of growth.”

Antonia Edwards, 22 from Morpeth, has been appointed as PR and marketing manager and will be responsible for directing the company’s corporate PR services, social media accounts and marketing campaigns.

Having previously worked for an award-winning North East PR agency assisting on a range of business and consumer accounts, Antonia has built up excellent regional, trade and national press contacts and will be fostering relationships on behalf of the company.

Robert Ryder, 27 from Worcester, joins the team as a PHP website developer following three years extensive experience in the field, after graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Interactive Digital media from Worcester University.

The eponymous Colin Harris said: “All three appointments bring a new dimension to our company, and it’s very exciting to be entering 2013 with three new team members.

“Due to a growth in client and prospect enquiries the past month has seen us be very active with regards to recruitment. This expansion is representative of the plans and developments we hope to continue over the next year.

“We are very lucky to have such a thriving business – we offer a reputable yet affordable service which in this economy I feel is essential for success.”

By Colin Harris