Meet
the team
The vast experience and skillset of our team ensures clients receive honest, strategic advice that supports them in achieving their objectives through innovative stakeholder engagement and activity.

Alyson
English
Managing Director
As Managing Director, Alyson shapes strategy, growth, and creative delivery across a wide range of client sectors and a portfolio of local, national, and international accounts. A Chartered PR Practitioner with a Digital Marketing Diploma and a BA in Public Relations, she specialises in crisis management and integrated communications across both B2B and B2C audiences. She also holds a Diploma in Company Direction from the Institute of Directors.

Stephen
Smith
Chairman and Founder
Since founding Lighthouse Communications in 2009, Stephen has overseen the development of a global client base and an award-winning team. Widely regarded as a leading crisis management practitioner, he has decades of media, marketing and communications experience having previously held various roles within the BBC.

Stephen
McGrath
Director of Global Communications
Stephen is a communications specialist with over 20 years’ experience shaping stories and managing reputations across multiple sectors. He has led corporate and global communications programmes for businesses, public bodies, and financial services organisations across Europe and beyond. His work spans strategic communications, media engagement and high-profile campaigns.

Mark
Sterling
Head of Corporate Communications
With over 25 years’ PR and media experience, Mark leads a team delivering integrated PR, marketing, and social media strategies for blue-chip clients in property, professional services, and telecoms. A former BBC journalist and Belfast Telegraph sub-editor, he excels at crafting engaging stories that boost media exposure beyond expectations.

Carly
Rodgers
Head of Digital
As Head of Digital, Carly specialises in social media management, digital strategy, web copy, and online reputation. With 11 years’ experience, she creates multi-channel campaigns that align with clients’ offline strategies, offering tailored digital support from training to full campaign delivery to help achieve corporate goals.

Molly
Cullen
Account Lead
A Chartered PR Practitioner, Molly is an Account Lead at Lighthouse, creating integrated marketing and PR campaigns across websites, social media, and digital platforms. With expertise in both traditional and digital PR, she excels in social media management, content planning, and digital strategy. Molly holds a First-Class (Hons) BSc in Communication, Advertising, and Marketing from Ulster University.

Conor
McVeigh
Senior Content Producer
Conor is a motivated multidisciplinary designer and content specialist with over ten years’ experience in design, video, and photography. He leads projects from concept to completion, consistently creating innovative content that not only looks great but also aligns with clients’ brand, marketing, and communications objectives.

Sophie
Elliott
Senior Designer
Sophie is a Graphic Designer with over ten years’ experience creating bold visuals that tell a story. Specialising in motion design, branding, campaigns, and social media analytics, she combines creativity and strategy to help brands stand out. Sophie has worked with global and local clients across diverse industries.

Dearbhla
Mac Donald
Senior Consultant
Dearbhla, a First-Class (Honours) graduate in BSc Communication, Advertising, and Marketing with a Diploma in Professional Practice, is a Senior Consultant with experience across law, professional services, aviation, and motor retail. She applies her skills effectively to help clients achieve their goals and objectives.

Sarah
McConnell
Consultant
Having graduated with a 2:1 in BSc (Hons) Business and Public Relations, Sarah recently joined the team as a Consultant. She has experience across sectors including manufacturing, property development, aviation, and motor retail. As a digital native, Sarah combines creativity and social media expertise to deliver effective client campaigns.

Gareth
Stewart
Junior Consultant
Gareth recently joined the team as a Junior Consultant, bringing enthusiasm for working with diverse clients and learning from experienced professionals.
A BSc (Hons) Communication, Advertising, and Marketing graduate with a Diploma in Professional Practice, he’s passionate about using his experience
in communications, engagement and event planning
to deliver creative PR solutions.

Aoife
Keely
Junior Consultant
Aoife is a Junior Consultant at Lighthouse Communications and a First-Class Honours graduate of Ulster University with a Master’s in Communications and Public Relations. With experience supporting clients across media, events and brand campaigns, she now contributes to campaign planning, content development and media engagement to help clients achieve measurable results.

Naomi
McLean
Junior Consultant
Naomi is a Junior Consultant at Lighthouse Communications and a BSc (Hons) Communication, Advertising, and Marketing student at Ulster University. Passionate about storytelling and strategy, she brings creativity and attention to detail to her work while gaining hands-on experience and contributing to real campaigns.
Meet
the team
The vast experience and skillset of our team ensures clients receive honest, strategic advice that supports them in achieving their objectives through innovative stakeholder engagement and activity.
Want to join our team?
Whether you are an experienced professional or keen to kickstart your career in communications, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV to careers@lighthouseni.com
