About Boscobel
We are a specialist strategic communications firm based in London. We help organisations develop their strategy and to communicate responsibly with stakeholders in a fast-moving, digital world. Our ethos is rooted in integrity, loyalty, and reliability, inspired by the Boscobel oak, a symbol of steadfastness.
What We Do
We create value by advising clients on how to navigate financial, political, regulatory and media landscapes. Our expertise spans strategy, positioning, narrative development, thought leadership, and precise, targeted messaging. Acting as discreet and trusted counsel, we guide clients through complex situations.
Sectors
Our experience covers a range of complex situations and sectors, with a focus on financial institutions, infrastructure and education.
Alternatives and Private Markets
Asset Management
Banking
Fintech
Energy
Infrastructure
Education and Charities
High-profile Individuals and Family Offices
Our Team
Our senior team combines decades of experience. We pride ourselves on being insightful partners and honest, trusted advisors when it matters most.
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George Trefgarne
Founder & CEO
George has more than 20 years’ experience in communications, with a particular focus on strategy, thought leadership, financial services and special situations. He began his career at the Telegraph Group as a respected economic and political commentator. He subsequently joined BP as a communications adviser to the chief executive, before spending six years at Maitland as a partner. He founded Boscobel & Partners in 2015. George is a research fellow at the Centre for Policy Studies and an advisory board member at Open Europe. He was educated at Bristol University, where he studied history, and then at the College of Law.
Nicholas Gardner
Associate
Nicholas joined Boscobel in October 2022 as an Associate. He has experience in Financial Communications and Public Affairs across various sectors, including financial services, energy, infrastructure, healthcare and education. He has advised both large quoted companies and start-ups in a range of critical situations, including capital raises, thought leadership, fund launches and complex political and regulatory issues. He attended the University of York where he took a degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics, before obtaining a Master of Research in Economic Philosophy. Nicholas is keen on rugby, cricket and reading.
Tabitha Owers
Associate
Tabitha is an experienced media and political analyst. She focuses on working with financial services, energy and non-profit clients. She previously worked for a political party. She attended the University of York where she took a degree in Politics and International Relations. In her spare time she enjoys riding, reading and volunteers for a charity that supports sick and disabled adults.
Amy Leonard
Senior Advisor
Amy is one of the country’s leading education communications advisers and works with Boscobel on our education clients. She is founder and CEO of Denford Associates and CEO of The Talent Foundry, a social mobility charity. Amy has over 20 years communications experience, including working in Whitehall and for the BBC. In 2019, she was appointed MBE in recognition of her services to young people and education.
Amy Edwards
Digital Associate
Amy has over 10 years experience working with web and digital platforms and has worked with businesses and public sector facilities large and small over the years, including the clients in education, healthcare, finance and non-profit sectors. She supports clients with their online presence as well as facilitating our communications platforms.