Mark Payton is an experienced media professional with a diverse background spanning over three decades. Currently serving as a Complaints Committee Member for the Independent Press Standards Organisation since January 2019, Mark also acts as a Compliance Consultant for The Trust Project and a Business Mentor at SETsquared Partnership. Mark Payton Consulting, founded in July 2018, showcases expertise as an editorial director and strategist across various publishing sectors. Previously, Mark held leadership roles at Haymarket Media Group, including Editorial Director, where responsibilities encompassed content strategy and the oversight of renowned publications. Early career experiences include positions at Benn Publishing and UK Press Gazette, cementing a strong foundation in journalism and editorial management. Mark's educational background includes a pre-entry journalism degree from the University of the Arts London.
