Packer Forbes appoints new managing director

Packer Forbes has announced the appointment of Joella Webber as its new managing director, a move that will strengthen its leadership team.

Ms Webber has been with the agency for almost six years and was previously employed as an associate director. In her time with Packer Forbes, she has led a broad range of accounts including UK, pan-European and global programmes.

Her appointment follows the recent addition of Sarah Hart – a former director and Munro and Forster, and an industry veteran with two decades of experience – as a senior consultant.

The senior leadership team also consists of chief executive officer Alexa Forbes and associate directors Sarah Close and Gayle Sawyer.

Ms Forbes said: "We've strengthened our senior management to ensure we can continue to deliver our best offering ever whilst supporting our growing team."

Packer Forbes is the longest-standing independent healthcare communications agency in the UK, having celebrated its 20th anniversary last year.