Mat Gazeley is a seasoned communications professional currently serving as the Senior Manager (Director) at HSBC Innovation Banking since September 2019, where responsibilities include leading PR and corporate communications for the UK, enhancing media engagement, and managing the bank's brand reputation across the UK and Nordics. Prior experience encompasses notable roles in public relations and corporate communications at organizations such as SVB UK, PrettyGreen, Folk2Folk, and Zopa, where Gazeley developed strategic PR initiatives and managed media relations to drive brand awareness and corporate reputation. Gazeley's career also includes positions with Bite and Ruder Finn, supported by a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations from the University of Westminster.