Following a competitive tendering process, Norwich-based marketing agency Shorthose Russell has been appointed by the prospective partners of Ashton KCJ to manage their re-brand project in light of the upcoming merger.

Ashton KCJ will launch on 1 October 2011 and will build on the strength of both firms - Ashton Graham and Kester Cunningham John - while extending their expertise across the eastern region and beyond.

Shorthose Russell will work with staff and stakeholders from both firms to define Ashton KCJ’s new brand and identity.

Simon Smith, currently CEO of KCJ, said: “We’re delighted to appoint Shorthose Russell in preparation for our merger. Shorthose Russell really impressed us with their grasp of the brief, their understanding of the legal profession and their experience in merger projects.  We’re looking forward to working with them.”

Mark Harvey, Managing Director at Shorthose Russell, said: “We’re really excited to be part of the team that will create a new brand strategy and identity for Ashton KCJ.  They have an exciting future ahead of them and we are working hard to create an identity that will grow with the new firm.”

About Shorthose Russell
Shorthose Russell is one of the East of England’s leading communication specialists. The business has specialist PR, design and digital marketing teams knitted together with experienced and creative marketing communications expertise. The business works with national and regional clients across a range of sectors including tourism, public sector, business-to-business and consumer. Find out more here: www.shorthose-russell.co.uk