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Razor - a College Hill Company

News

A selection of recent reports, letters, releases and features from Razor.

14 Jun 2010 - European crisis network expands

11 Jun 2010 - Razor sharpens team with trio of appointments

21 Jul 2009 - Razor sharpens team

14 May 2009 - British Retail Consortium and XL Insurance form strategic alliance

23 Apr 2009 - Razor marks anniversary

16 Apr 2009 - Corporate manslaughter

17 Mar 2008 - Risk Specialist Razor Joins InternationaI Agency College Hill

17 Mar 2008 - College Hill acquires Risk Management Specialist

24 Jan 2008 - Oxfordshire consultancy sharpens up with dual appointment

Press Release: 17 Mar 2008

Risk Specialist Razor Joins InternationaI Agency College Hill

Razor Public Relations, one of the top risk management and communications agencies in Europe, announced today that it has joined College Hill, one of the UK's leading communications consutlancies.

Razor, founded in 1999, has built a leading reputation in international risk management and business continuity, specialising in the food and drinks industry but also operating in manufacturing and property, among other markets. Razor run the DARE risk management service with Campden & Chorleywood Food Research Association (CCFRA), designed to suit food industry operations requirements. They also run a tailored product recall service for the same market with XL Insurance.

Chris Woodcock, founder and Managing Director of Razor, becomes a Managing Partner at College Hill, retaining responsibility for Razor' business portfolio. She commented: "The risk and crisis management skills of Razor fit perfectly into the practice structure of College Hill. Our clients will benefit from a wider range of services and resources."

College Hill Chairman Alex Sandberg and Group Chief Executive Richard Nichols, added: "Chris is exceptionally experienced in the PR industry, and the Razor team has built an enviable reputation. Their specialism in the increasingly important area of risk management communications is a valuable enhancement to the services we provide our clients."

Razor will provide a distinct practice within College Hill with capabilities in London, the US, Asia and Africa. Razor's team will operate from dual offices near Oxford, their original base, and from the College Hill head office in Royal Mint Court, London.

Razor was advised by Pembridge Partners LLP

ENQUIRIES: College Hill +44 20 7457 2020 Alex Sandberg, Chairman Richard Nichols, Group Chief Executive Razor +44 1869 353800 Chris Woodcock Managing Director

Notes to Editors
College Hill:
College Hill is an international business communications consultancy offering a wide range of complementary practice skills to businesses and institutions. With both specialist industry sector teams and specialist practices, College Hill consultants bring to our clients the strategic advice and implementation needed in times of change - such as transactions or crises - as well as in the day-to-day management of their valuation, reputation and ultimately, their business objectives.

Razor:
Razor is a specialist in building and protecting corporate, brand or service reputations. The team is recognised as a leader in the field of issues and crisis communication management, particularly in the food, drink and chemical industries