Travel writer
Mark is first and foremost a freelance travel writer, writing principally about business travel, skiing and family travel for The Times newspaper and website as well as business travel publications such as Buying Business Travel, On Business and Connect.He is also co-founder and editor of Public Sector Travel, the publication for professionals involved in the procurement and management of travel, meetings and fleet in government, the NHS, universities and other public bodies. He has won several awards for his business travel writing, including best news writer and best features writer as well as an outstanding achievement award for the launch of Public Sector Travel.
Science, tech and business writer
Mark also writes frequently about business, education, science and technology for a range of publications, both in print and online. He is the author of seven books including Better Living Through Science: The Basic Scientific Principles You Need to Solve Every Household Conundrum
Social media consultancy
Mark is a fervent believer in the value of social media and has long been an avid user, both professionally and personally, of social media channels such as Twitter . Mark offers expert advice to travel companies on the use of social media tools, including Twitter, Facebook and Foursquare, as part of an integrated marketing mix. Mark is also co-founder of Social Travel Market, a two-day fringe conference that sits alongside London’s World Travel Market, one of the world’s most important travel exhibitions.
White papers
Mark researches and writes white papers for companies looking for in-depth analysis that can establish their thought leadership in a particular sector. His background as a scientist gives him the research skills to ensure that white papers are both rigorous and revealing. He is also skilled in the use of visualisation tools to add imaginative charts to white papers. Please contact Mark to discuss concepts and rates.
Bespoke events and speaking
Mark is experienced in developing event concepts for travel companies and creating engaging programmes. He has also moderated many travel conferences, including Public Sector Travel’s Engage round table forums, sessions for the Advantage group of travel management companies and Social Travel Market, a fringe conference on the use of social media in travel. Contact Mark to see how he could develop bespoke events for your company or to engage him as a speaker or moderator.
Copywriting and client communications
With many years’ experience in writing for The Times online, Mark knows very well what sort of concepts work well online and how this differs from the world of the printed word. He has also worked with many travel companies on their communications strategy with clients, both in print and online. If you need to develop a new email newsletter or website aimed at clients, Mark can share his expert knowledge of what works and what doesn’t. Contact Mark to find out how he could help your company.