- Why Yawn?

We believe that good marketing is like a yawn. It gets to you and goes around the room.

our story

Based in the fine city of Norwich, Yawn works with a wide variety of clients across the UK.

We combine insight, creative flair and marketing know-how to respond to your brief and spot opportunities for growth.

We’ve collaborated with century-old authorities to rethink their strategic communications. We’ve helped launch startups and products, bringing fresh perspectives to their industries. We’ve supported forward-thinking SMEs in reaching new audiences and refreshing their proposition. And we’ve empowered not-for-profits to embrace digital strategies and think outside the box.

We are proud to be in The Jarrold Group and our offering is enriched by expertise in retail, logistics, property and professional business services.

As part of an East Anglian heritage brand we understand the importance of connecting with local people and communities. We work best with brands who share this passion for people and place.

Account managers at Yawn
Yawn team at work

Meet our team

We’re a close-knit team, and that absolutely includes the dog. From creative minds to strategic thinkers, each member brings their unique skills and expertise to the table.

Sam Edwards

Managing Director

Sam Edwards has a wealth of experience devising strategy and managing marketing campaigns across industries, with a particular focus on standout, creative campaigning. He has his heart screwed on and his head in the right place.

Beyond Yawn, Sam works with The Feed social enterprise as a Non-Executive Director, working to prevent poverty, hunger and homelessness in Norwich.

Grace Appleby

Client Services Director

Grace Appleby oversees all of Yawn's precious relationships with clients, friends, partners and suppliers, and enjoys nothing more than meeting new people.

When not at work, Grace is typically busy on a badminton court or enjoying a networking event.

Jess Ford

Head of Marketing Services

Jess brings over 16 years of client-side and agency marketing experience to the team, with much of this time spent in the food and beverage industry across both B2C and B2B spaces.

In her spare time, Jess is a bit of an old movie buff and, thanks to her six-year-old, can talk at surprising length about dinosaurs.

Beth Crisp

Account Manager

Beth, one of our Account Managers, is a photography graduate who’s an absolute whizz at campaign planning, CRM & marketing automations. Beth has five years of digital marketing experience in-house and in agency under her belt.

Out of the office, Beth splits her time between fitness, food, and fabulous art exhibitions.

Chantele Fletcher

Account Manager

Chantele has over 7 years of experience in marketing and client services, working in a range of industries and sectors.

Out of the office, she can be found exploring new places with her dog, reading a good book, or eating great food with family and friends!

Jade Squires

Social Media Executive

Jade brings her strong knowledge, and experience of digital marketing but her interests and specialities lie within social media and all things creative following a past of education in Fine Art.

Outside of work she enjoys meeting with friends, petting dogs, collecting crystals, freelancing as an artist and playing drums in a touring band.

Eloise Moyes

Digital Marketing Consultant

Eloise has 4 years of experience delivering data-driven, comprehensive SEO strategies for various clients across various industries. She enjoys the analytical and creative aspects of SEO, making each day different!

Outside of work, Eloise is an avid Norwich City FC supporter and enjoys cooking and doing yoga.

Naomi Chapman

Marketing Executive

Naomi, aka Nai, has over five years experience in traditional and digital marketing as well as design, working over a range of different channels and campaigns.

Outside of work, she can be found playing her favourite video games, in the theatre, hanging out with friends and eating good food!

Rob Lewis

Paid Media Consultant

Rob is an experienced paid media expert, with over 12-years full-time Paid Search, Paid Social & Programmatic experience.

During his career he has worked closely planning and managing campaigns for a number of prominent brands and key departments. Outside of work, when not parenting his two kids, he is also a keen cook and enjoys practicing piano (terribly).

Gusta

A Really Very Good Girl

Gusta is an all-rounder with good pedigree and great legs. Although her marketing knowledge is limited and her recall needs a bit of work, she’s just about the perfect office dog.

Sam Edwards

Managing Director

Sam Edwards has a wealth of experience devising strategy and managing marketing campaigns across industries, with a particular focus on standout, creative campaigning. He has his heart screwed on and his head in the right place.

Beyond Yawn, Sam works with The Feed social enterprise as a Non-Executive Director, working to prevent poverty, hunger and homelessness in Norwich.

Grace Appleby

Client Services Director

Grace Appleby oversees all of Yawn's precious relationships with clients, friends, partners and suppliers, and enjoys nothing more than meeting new people.

When not at work, Grace is typically busy on a badminton court or enjoying a networking event.

Jess Ford

Head of Marketing Services

Jess brings over 16 years of client-side and agency marketing experience to the team, with much of this time spent in the food and beverage industry across both B2C and B2B spaces.

In her spare time, Jess is a bit of an old movie buff and, thanks to her six-year-old, can talk at surprising length about dinosaurs.

Beth Crisp

Account Manager

Beth, one of our Account Managers, is a photography graduate who’s an absolute whizz at campaign planning, CRM & marketing automations. Beth has five years of digital marketing experience in-house and in agency under her belt.

Out of the office, Beth splits her time between fitness, food, and fabulous art exhibitions.

Chantele Fletcher

Account Manager

Chantele has over 7 years of experience in marketing and client services, working in a range of industries and sectors.

Out of the office, she can be found exploring new places with her dog, reading a good book, or eating great food with family and friends!

Jade Squires

Social Media Executive

Jade brings her strong knowledge, and experience of digital marketing but her interests and specialities lie within social media and all things creative following a past of education in Fine Art.

Outside of work she enjoys meeting with friends, petting dogs, collecting crystals, freelancing as an artist and playing drums in a touring band.

Eloise Moyes

Digital Marketing Consultant

Eloise has 4 years of experience delivering data-driven, comprehensive SEO strategies for various clients across various industries. She enjoys the analytical and creative aspects of SEO, making each day different!

Outside of work, Eloise is an avid Norwich City FC supporter and enjoys cooking and doing yoga.

Naomi Chapman

Marketing Executive

Naomi, aka Nai, has over five years experience in traditional and digital marketing as well as design, working over a range of different channels and campaigns.

Outside of work, she can be found playing her favourite video games, in the theatre, hanging out with friends and eating good food!

Rob Lewis

Paid Media Consultant

Rob is an experienced paid media expert, with over 12-years full-time Paid Search, Paid Social & Programmatic experience.

During his career he has worked closely planning and managing campaigns for a number of prominent brands and key departments. Outside of work, when not parenting his two kids, he is also a keen cook and enjoys practicing piano (terribly).

Gusta

A Really Very Good Girl

Gusta is an all-rounder with good pedigree and great legs. Although her marketing knowledge is limited and her recall needs a bit of work, she’s just about the perfect office dog.

Sam Edwards

Managing Director

Sam Edwards has a wealth of experience devising strategy and managing marketing campaigns across industries, with a particular focus on standout, creative campaigning. He has his heart screwed on and his head in the right place.

Beyond Yawn, Sam works with The Feed social enterprise as a Non-Executive Director, working to prevent poverty, hunger and homelessness in Norwich.

Grace Appleby

Client Services Director

Grace Appleby oversees all of Yawn's precious relationships with clients, friends, partners and suppliers, and enjoys nothing more than meeting new people.

When not at work, Grace is typically busy on a badminton court or enjoying a networking event.

Jess Ford

Head of Marketing Services

Jess brings over 16 years of client-side and agency marketing experience to the team, with much of this time spent in the food and beverage industry across both B2C and B2B spaces.

In her spare time, Jess is a bit of an old movie buff and, thanks to her six-year-old, can talk at surprising length about dinosaurs.

Beth Crisp

Account Manager

Beth, one of our Account Managers, is a photography graduate who’s an absolute whizz at campaign planning, CRM & marketing automations. Beth has five years of digital marketing experience in-house and in agency under her belt.

Out of the office, Beth splits her time between fitness, food, and fabulous art exhibitions.

Chantele Fletcher

Account Manager

Chantele has over 7 years of experience in marketing and client services, working in a range of industries and sectors.

Out of the office, she can be found exploring new places with her dog, reading a good book, or eating great food with family and friends!

Jade Squires

Social Media Executive

Jade brings her strong knowledge, and experience of digital marketing but her interests and specialities lie within social media and all things creative following a past of education in Fine Art.

Outside of work she enjoys meeting with friends, petting dogs, collecting crystals, freelancing as an artist and playing drums in a touring band.

Eloise Moyes

Digital Marketing Consultant

Eloise has 4 years of experience delivering data-driven, comprehensive SEO strategies for various clients across various industries. She enjoys the analytical and creative aspects of SEO, making each day different!

Outside of work, Eloise is an avid Norwich City FC supporter and enjoys cooking and doing yoga.

Naomi Chapman

Marketing Executive

Naomi, aka Nai, has over five years experience in traditional and digital marketing as well as design, working over a range of different channels and campaigns.

Outside of work, she can be found playing her favourite video games, in the theatre, hanging out with friends and eating good food!

Rob Lewis

Paid Media Consultant

Rob is an experienced paid media expert, with over 12-years full-time Paid Search, Paid Social & Programmatic experience.

During his career he has worked closely planning and managing campaigns for a number of prominent brands and key departments. Outside of work, when not parenting his two kids, he is also a keen cook and enjoys practicing piano (terribly).

Gusta

A Really Very Good Girl

Gusta is an all-rounder with good pedigree and great legs. Although her marketing knowledge is limited and her recall needs a bit of work, she’s just about the perfect office dog.

Sam Edwards

Managing Director

Sam Edwards has a wealth of experience devising strategy and managing marketing campaigns across industries, with a particular focus on standout, creative campaigning. He has his heart screwed on and his head in the right place.

Beyond Yawn, Sam works with The Feed social enterprise as a Non-Executive Director, working to prevent poverty, hunger and homelessness in Norwich.

Grace Appleby

Client Services Director

Grace Appleby oversees all of Yawn's precious relationships with clients, friends, partners and suppliers, and enjoys nothing more than meeting new people.

When not at work, Grace is typically busy on a badminton court or enjoying a networking event.

Jess Ford

Head of Marketing Services

Jess brings over 16 years of client-side and agency marketing experience to the team, with much of this time spent in the food and beverage industry across both B2C and B2B spaces.

In her spare time, Jess is a bit of an old movie buff and, thanks to her six-year-old, can talk at surprising length about dinosaurs.

Beth Crisp

Account Manager

Beth, one of our Account Managers, is a photography graduate who’s an absolute whizz at campaign planning, CRM & marketing automations. Beth has five years of digital marketing experience in-house and in agency under her belt.

Out of the office, Beth splits her time between fitness, food, and fabulous art exhibitions.

Chantele Fletcher

Account Manager

Chantele has over 7 years of experience in marketing and client services, working in a range of industries and sectors.

Out of the office, she can be found exploring new places with her dog, reading a good book, or eating great food with family and friends!

Jade Squires

Social Media Executive

Jade brings her strong knowledge, and experience of digital marketing but her interests and specialities lie within social media and all things creative following a past of education in Fine Art.

Outside of work she enjoys meeting with friends, petting dogs, collecting crystals, freelancing as an artist and playing drums in a touring band.

Eloise Moyes

Digital Marketing Consultant

Eloise has 4 years of experience delivering data-driven, comprehensive SEO strategies for various clients across various industries. She enjoys the analytical and creative aspects of SEO, making each day different!

Outside of work, Eloise is an avid Norwich City FC supporter and enjoys cooking and doing yoga.

Naomi Chapman

Marketing Executive

Naomi, aka Nai, has over five years experience in traditional and digital marketing as well as design, working over a range of different channels and campaigns.

Outside of work, she can be found playing her favourite video games, in the theatre, hanging out with friends and eating good food!

Rob Lewis

Paid Media Consultant

Rob is an experienced paid media expert, with over 12-years full-time Paid Search, Paid Social & Programmatic experience.

During his career he has worked closely planning and managing campaigns for a number of prominent brands and key departments. Outside of work, when not parenting his two kids, he is also a keen cook and enjoys practicing piano (terribly).

Gusta

A Really Very Good Girl

Gusta is an all-rounder with good pedigree and great legs. Although her marketing knowledge is limited and her recall needs a bit of work, she’s just about the perfect office dog.

Sam Edwards

Managing Director

Sam Edwards has a wealth of experience devising strategy and managing marketing campaigns across industries, with a particular focus on standout, creative campaigning. He has his heart screwed on and his head in the right place.

Beyond Yawn, Sam works with The Feed social enterprise as a Non-Executive Director, working to prevent poverty, hunger and homelessness in Norwich.

Grace Appleby

Client Services Director

Grace Appleby oversees all of Yawn's precious relationships with clients, friends, partners and suppliers, and enjoys nothing more than meeting new people.

When not at work, Grace is typically busy on a badminton court or enjoying a networking event.

Jess Ford

Head of Marketing Services

Jess brings over 16 years of client-side and agency marketing experience to the team, with much of this time spent in the food and beverage industry across both B2C and B2B spaces.

In her spare time, Jess is a bit of an old movie buff and, thanks to her six-year-old, can talk at surprising length about dinosaurs.

Beth Crisp

Account Manager

Beth, one of our Account Managers, is a photography graduate who’s an absolute whizz at campaign planning, CRM & marketing automations. Beth has five years of digital marketing experience in-house and in agency under her belt.

Out of the office, Beth splits her time between fitness, food, and fabulous art exhibitions.

Chantele Fletcher

Account Manager

Chantele has over 7 years of experience in marketing and client services, working in a range of industries and sectors.

Out of the office, she can be found exploring new places with her dog, reading a good book, or eating great food with family and friends!

Jade Squires

Social Media Executive

Jade brings her strong knowledge, and experience of digital marketing but her interests and specialities lie within social media and all things creative following a past of education in Fine Art.

Outside of work she enjoys meeting with friends, petting dogs, collecting crystals, freelancing as an artist and playing drums in a touring band.

Eloise Moyes

Digital Marketing Consultant

Eloise has 4 years of experience delivering data-driven, comprehensive SEO strategies for various clients across various industries. She enjoys the analytical and creative aspects of SEO, making each day different!

Outside of work, Eloise is an avid Norwich City FC supporter and enjoys cooking and doing yoga.

Naomi Chapman

Marketing Executive

Naomi, aka Nai, has over five years experience in traditional and digital marketing as well as design, working over a range of different channels and campaigns.

Outside of work, she can be found playing her favourite video games, in the theatre, hanging out with friends and eating good food!

Rob Lewis

Paid Media Consultant

Rob is an experienced paid media expert, with over 12-years full-time Paid Search, Paid Social & Programmatic experience.

During his career he has worked closely planning and managing campaigns for a number of prominent brands and key departments. Outside of work, when not parenting his two kids, he is also a keen cook and enjoys practicing piano (terribly).

Gusta

A Really Very Good Girl

Gusta is an all-rounder with good pedigree and great legs. Although her marketing knowledge is limited and her recall needs a bit of work, she’s just about the perfect office dog.

Sam Edwards

Managing Director

Sam Edwards has a wealth of experience devising strategy and managing marketing campaigns across industries, with a particular focus on standout, creative campaigning. He has his heart screwed on and his head in the right place.

Beyond Yawn, Sam works with The Feed social enterprise as a Non-Executive Director, working to prevent poverty, hunger and homelessness in Norwich.

Grace Appleby

Client Services Director

Grace Appleby oversees all of Yawn's precious relationships with clients, friends, partners and suppliers, and enjoys nothing more than meeting new people.

When not at work, Grace is typically busy on a badminton court or enjoying a networking event.

Jess Ford

Head of Marketing Services

Jess brings over 16 years of client-side and agency marketing experience to the team, with much of this time spent in the food and beverage industry across both B2C and B2B spaces.

In her spare time, Jess is a bit of an old movie buff and, thanks to her six-year-old, can talk at surprising length about dinosaurs.

Beth Crisp

Account Manager

Beth, one of our Account Managers, is a photography graduate who’s an absolute whizz at campaign planning, CRM & marketing automations. Beth has five years of digital marketing experience in-house and in agency under her belt.

Out of the office, Beth splits her time between fitness, food, and fabulous art exhibitions.

Chantele Fletcher

Account Manager

Chantele has over 7 years of experience in marketing and client services, working in a range of industries and sectors.

Out of the office, she can be found exploring new places with her dog, reading a good book, or eating great food with family and friends!

Jade Squires

Social Media Executive

Jade brings her strong knowledge, and experience of digital marketing but her interests and specialities lie within social media and all things creative following a past of education in Fine Art.

Outside of work she enjoys meeting with friends, petting dogs, collecting crystals, freelancing as an artist and playing drums in a touring band.

Eloise Moyes

Digital Marketing Consultant

Eloise has 4 years of experience delivering data-driven, comprehensive SEO strategies for various clients across various industries. She enjoys the analytical and creative aspects of SEO, making each day different!

Outside of work, Eloise is an avid Norwich City FC supporter and enjoys cooking and doing yoga.

Naomi Chapman

Marketing Executive

Naomi, aka Nai, has over five years experience in traditional and digital marketing as well as design, working over a range of different channels and campaigns.

Outside of work, she can be found playing her favourite video games, in the theatre, hanging out with friends and eating good food!

Rob Lewis

Paid Media Consultant

Rob is an experienced paid media expert, with over 12-years full-time Paid Search, Paid Social & Programmatic experience.

During his career he has worked closely planning and managing campaigns for a number of prominent brands and key departments. Outside of work, when not parenting his two kids, he is also a keen cook and enjoys practicing piano (terribly).

Gusta

A Really Very Good Girl

Gusta is an all-rounder with good pedigree and great legs. Although her marketing knowledge is limited and her recall needs a bit of work, she’s just about the perfect office dog.

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We work across a range of sectors, from e-commerce to education and tourism to technology. Whether industry leaders, local heroes, startups or heritage businesses, we bring the same passion, honesty and open mind to everything we do.

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