Noble Events has announced the appointment of Craig Pugh as group account director.

Pugh will be an instrumental figure in Noble Event’s refreshed Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and will lead the agency’s account management team, advancing account development, customer service, and ROI and driving growth.

He joins from DRPG, where he served as an account director, managing strategic client relationships and spearheading business growth initiatives, and prior to that spent seven years at FIRST, including two years heading up operations in the Singapore office.

Pugh said: “I am delighted to join the talented team at Noble Events as group account director. The agency collaborates with an impressive portfolio of global brands, and I’m eager to lead the account team, contribute to business growth, and further expand our client base.”

Managing director Sarah Cox added: “We are thrilled to welcome Craig Pugh to the team. His extensive experience and fresh ideas will be invaluable for our new look SLT as we continue to elevate our event offers and deliver exceptional experiences for our clients.

“Craig’s leadership and vision are exactly what we need to drive our company forward in the luxury sector. He has already settled in well and his personality matches our culture perfectly.”