About Communication Row
Discover the story behind Communication Row, our commitment to clear, credible, and effective communication, and how we help organisations thrive in high-stakes environments. Learn about our values, our expertise, and the unique approach that sets us apart.
Our founding principle
Communication Row was established to provide practical, senior communications support without the overheads, jargon or distance of large agencies. The consultancy is led by Simon Walton, a lifelong communicator with over forty years’ experience across broadcasting, journalism, public relations, public affairs and stakeholder engagement.
Simon’s background spans senior roles in national media, public sector communications, political campaigning and commercial consultancy. He has worked at board level, with ministers and civil servants, with community groups and campaigners, and with businesses ranging from SMEs to multinational organisations.
Our values
Communication Row recognises the values of independence, professionalism and results-driven thinking while offering a broader, fully integrated communications service. Our approach is straightforward: understand the issue, understand the audience, and communicate in a way that achieves real-world results.
Communication Row: Strategic. Trusted. Credible.
Our promise
"We help you communicate clearly, credibly and effectively when it matters most. Your message, your ambitions will not get shunted off into a siding."
This promise captures:
- Clarity – removing confusion and making messages understandable.
- Credibility – ensuring what you say is trusted by audiences, stakeholders and media.
- Effectiveness – producing tangible results, whether influencing, informing, or protecting reputation.
It’s simple, memorable, and works across all services — from PR campaigns to stakeholder engagement, media relations, or crisis management.