The team behind the agency

  • Simon Davies
  • Paul Turner
  • Gerry Postlethwaite
  • Joanna Papadopoulos
  • Andrew Marsh
  • Mark Collins
  • Charlotte Smith
  • Helen White
  • Lou Every
  • Dawn Butler
  • Claire Sokolowski
  • Kate Hammer
  • Chris Laughton


It’s the people that makes DogStar what it is. We’re a diverse and experienced bunch with complementary skills that span branding, graphic design, advertising, marketing, PR and digital. From this core team we put together project teams that can be supported by our well-established network of specialists across planning, research, public affairs, photography, copywriting and technology. At the end of the day we’re friendly, down-to-earth, hard-working and can be trusted to deliver quality work.


Claire Sokolowski

Claire Sokolowski

Senior Account Executive

Claire is part of the client services team.  She has previous experience working in public relations and event management. Clients she has worked with include the British Science Association, The Fragrance Foundation UK, EC1 New Deal for Communities and Barnet Homes.