Belmont, a Belfast-based communications and engagement agency specialising in energy, planning, and infrastructure has appointed Jonny Gallagher as Associate Director.
With a decade’s experience in London leading public affairs for Great Britain’s energy system operator (NESO) Jonny brings a blend of public affairs and corporate communications expertise along with a deep energy sector knowledge that will enhance Belmont’s offer to clients.
Jonny’s experience includes successfully lobbying Government on a range of policy issues, developing industry leading crisis communications plans, overseeing the corporate rebrand for NESO, and undertaking extensive, politically sensitive community engagement.
Belmont, which celebrates its 5th birthday later this year, has established a reputation as the trusted advisor to leading companies delivering large scale infrastructure projects, particularly in the energy sector.
In recent years the firm has worked on projects with an investment value in excess of £1.5 billion, including wind farms, solar farms and battery energy storage systems, as well as major office, student accommodation and hospitality schemes.
Daniel McLaughlin, Founder and Director of Belmont said
“Belmont’s approach is based on specialist expertise, which gives our clients confidence in the advice they receive.
“Jonny is used to operating in a regulated, fast-paced and highly scrutinised environment, meaning he is perfectly placed to provide reassuring, strategic counsel to our clients.
“Whether it is advising on policy matters or communications strategy relating to complex planning applications, Jonny will be a fantastic addition for Belmont and our partners.”
Commenting on his appointment, Jonny said:
“Belmont’s specialist offering is proving hugely valuable to clients, especially those dealing with large-scale development projects and complex policy environments.
“My experience of navigating challenging public affairs, reputational and CEO-level communications challenges across GB fits with that offering and I’m looking forward to working with Belmont’s existing and future clients.”