David Hartley

David Hartley has over four decades of experience in marketing, creative direction, and copywriting. Currently serving as Deputy Director of Marketing & Outreach at Samaritans since March 2021, David also operates David Hartley Copywriting as Creative Head and Copywriter. Previously, David was the Creative Director, Owner, and Founder of Hartley-Stone Ltd from 2001 to June 2019. Earlier in his career, David managed advertising at IPC Electrical & Electronics Press from 1981 to 1987, overseeing various publications. Educational qualifications include a DMSIAD and East Anglian diploma in Graphic Design and Marketing from Suffolk College of Art and Further Education, along with O and A levels from Ripon Grammar School.