AN OTLEY PR agency is celebrating its most successful year so far by adding to its team and rebranding.

Hatch Communications is keen to champion the individuals behind the business - and has recruited three new members to help it expand.

The company is working on a number of high-profile projects this year, involving the likes of The Wensleydale Creamery and the Crabbie’s Grand National.

It has recruited Helen Simpson and Sophie Gannon as account managers, while fellow new recruit Helen Cooper will manage the office and help with project management.

Managing director Jason Madeley said: “2014 was a fantastic year for Hatch with the company building on seven years of success to hit the £1million turnover mark for the first time.

“We’ve redeveloped the Hatch brand to focus on its most important assets - the team - because we want to focus on our relationships with our clients and the media and not be a faceless agency. I’m delighted with how we have developed the brand with this fresh look and our new recruits are set to take us to the next level of client service and experience.

“We have ambitious plans and I’m looking forward to seeing our business continue to grow, offering clients our unique personal approach and, just as importantly, continue to enjoy ourselves in typical Hatch fashion.”

The agency also specialises in social media and events.