Meet the
team

Hayley has created a team of talented associates that bring extremely strong skillsets, knowledge and experience to projects.

Led by Hayley, And So The Story Goes may be small, but it is mighty with flexibilty to quickly grow to meet project demand as and when needed.    

Hayley Griffith, PR & communications

Hayley created And So The Story Goes Ltd in 2020 under a different name following nearly two years of being immersed in the maritime industry and port life as Head of Communications at the Port of Southampton. 

She has nearly two decades of experience in comms and six years in the maritime industry, with a particular skill set in crisis comms. Her knowledge, organisation and attention to detail make her one of the best in the business for strengthening reputation and raising profiles within the maritime industry. 

Hayley is a Member of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (MCIPR). Being part of this Royal Chartered body for Public Relations brings reassurance to all clients of Hayley’s commitment to the highest professional standards and continuous professional development.  

Hayley faces the camera leaning against her desk holding a stack of newspapers and magazines as an example of publications to pitch to

Alex Griffith, Designer 

Alex has a First Class Honours Degree in Graphic Design and nearly two decades of experience building brands and supporting them as they grow with all aspects of design as Fith Creative.
He specialises in building websites, designing brand identity and creating marketing materials.
As well as being husband and wife, Hayley and Alex have been collaborating on design and PR projects for many years.

Mike and Sara, drone image specialists

Mike and Sara run Solent Sky Services a Portsmouth-based company specialising in drone video and image capture for corporate videos.
With an extensive list of equipment, cameras and drones, and with all the relevant licenses to operate drones, they are guaranteed to capture stunning footage to deliver a unique angle on the story we’re telling.
Mike and Sara have been working with Hayley since 2020 creating engaging content for websites, social media and news story B Roll.

Andrew Sassoli-Walker, award winning photographer

Andrew has worked with Hayley for around five years capturing some of the Port of Southampton’s significant events. From deliveries of key infrastructure to cruise ship naming ceremonies – in the presence of Her Majesty the Queen and the Duchess of Cambridge no less. 
 
With a few awards to his name, Andrew has been using his camera to capture stunning imagery for international shipping companies, ferries, cruise lines, ports and aerospace clients for years as Solent Photographer. 
 
Andrew has in-depth knowledge of ports and the maritime industry and brings this knowledge, passion and enthusiasm to each photography project.

Amber Badger, Copywriter

Amber has worked in communications for over a decade on international, national and regional clients. Amber brings her specialities of copywriting, social media marketing, email marketing to the team. You can find out more information about Amber on Wild Wordsmith 

Helen Mortimer, comms support

As a former journalist and experienced copywriter and communications professional Helen has 15 years of experience under her belt, with an excellent eye for a story and the ability to create content with character.  
She also has a solid background in the maritime industry, having spent more than two years working for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency.