We are currently updating famous fans for Hendo’s. Richard Hawley, David Blunkett MP and Paul Potts CBE, Chairman of the Press Association, have all been mighty helpful and forthcoming in their loving of Sheffield’s favourite relish. Sean Bean is a major fan as are the Blades and Owls, in fact the more people I talk to the more love we get.

One slight disappointment was Michael Palin’s agent who informed us that “Michael does not do advertising or promotional work”. Hmmmm I am sure there is a contradiction in there somewhere.

However the vast majority of people are clamouring to show their support for this charming and unusual brand that remains so close to how it was 100 years ago. But where are the female Sheffield fans, I know they are out there….go on show your love.

Here’s a little teaser shot ahead of going to print and web with all of the famous fans, and if anyone else wants to get in touch to show their support please feel free to email clare@d4pr.com or call us on 0114 276 9512

In Sheffield for under a year and our Clare has already made quite an impression.

“A year ago, The Star Business Monthly teamed up with Ben Sequerra, now Chief Executive Officer of Pro Sheffield, to discover the 35 most influential young business people in South Yorkshire. That first list of talented individuals - all under the age of 35 - proved so popular that a whole new list has been drawn up for 2009.”

Clare Williams was on the list and attended the awards with a rather large grin on her face. “It is such a brilliant feeling to be recognised in your area of expertise, not only that, I knew nothing about it until Ben Sequerra contacted me for a photo!” To read the full article please click here

(As Clare hates her photo being taken she will not thank us for pointing out, her piccie is in the top right!!)

Anyone want to join me in sticking it to the man? I think we already have to be perfectly frank. We are doing some amazing work at the moment, Clare has been lecturing at Sheffield University and may have some further exciting news in the next few days to announce.

This is all bucking the current trends and goes to show that when you stand by your guns, continue to work hard and smart, whilst demonstrating extremely high standards of work, you can do anything you set your mind to and we are happy to take you with us for the ride.

Watch this space closely for news on our latest projects, some brilliant ones coming up and thank you to those of you who have complimented us on our wonderful new site. D4 is as strong as ever, doing some fantastic web development jobs (check that blog), long term projects with clients and has been in the press quite a lot lately.

As we said, quite simply, exciting times!

There is a lot happening at D4 HQ.

D4PR, before even being offically launched, is in high demand. We have some rather stupendous clients in the offing so watch this space…..for the moment we are remaining tight-lipped and not even the tickle sticks will get it out of us. If you pop round and bring us some cake, then that might be an entirely different matter, but just remember you didn’t get it from us.

Tony Christie - Made in Sheffield Film Review

Tony Christie is not everyone’s cup of tea, but I can guarantee, whether you are a fan of his music or not, you will fall for his unaffected charm. Creative Sheffield’s project, designed to increase exposure to this lovely city is wonderful. And who wouldn’t be interested in a project worked on by Tony Christie, Richard Hawley and other well-loved Sheffield creative types?

My only concern is echoed by other Sheffield folk: we quite like Sheffield being a well kept secret. If everyone discovers this creative, boutiquey, bijou city with it’s stunning architecture, uncommonly friendly people and fascinating colloquialisms, nestled in God’s back garden, they’ll all want to come here.

The film I previewed on this project, whilst initially suffering from some comical editing hiccups (taken in the natural good humour inherent in our village-city) achieved what it set out to do. I asked my peers their opinion, which wasn’t entirely necessary as they were visibly glowing with pride.

It’s all summed up rather wonderfully by the pub landlord featured in the film: Sheffield folk all have an opinion on where they live, perhaps due to being permanently surrounded by views, may perhaps be unaware as to quite how creative their city is, but protect it fiercely whatever the weather. After all, who else will?

Tony Christie - Made In Sheffield cover of Arctic Monkeys, Only One Who Knows