As the Concilio team continues to grow we are delighted to announce that Mark Smith has joined as Non-Executive Director.  

A qualified Chartered Accountant, Mark was a founder, COO and CFO of Chime Communications plc from 1994 to 2017. 

Post-Chime, Mark was Non-Executive Chair of The Unlimited Marketing Group, a UK based private equity owned marketing services business before it was sold to Accenture in 2024.  

Mark’s current roles include being Non-Executive Chair of Merit Group PLC (formerly Dods) and also TPX Impact plc, an AIM listed company delivering digital transformation projects for clients.

Mark Smith said:

‘I am delighted to be taking up a position with Concilio having known Nick and his team for several years now.

‘I have always been impressed with their professionalism and industry knowledge and the emphasis they put on giving clients an excellent service. They also know how to have some fun too!’

‘I am looking forward to a successful and enjoyable time with them.’

Nick Dines, Managing Director of Concilio, said:

‘We are delighted that Mark has joined the Concilio team as we continue to grow our offer to the Built Environment industry, which encompasses a Design, Digital, Marketing, Public Affairs and PR offer.

‘Despite what has been challenging conditions we have seen double digit revenue-growth year on year, with 2025 shaping up to be another strong performance.

‘In the first half of the year we have launched Concilio Intelligence, our AI Framework that combines Human Insights and AI Power to help our clients navigate the complex political landscape. 

‘Alongside this we have seen significant project wins across London and the Eastern Region, with clients including Barratt, British Land, HUB, Royal London, Saint John’s College, Shaftesbury Capital, Vistry and Westminster City Council.  

‘I have no doubt that with Mark’s experience he will guide us to grow sustainably and enable us to become the leading agency for Built Environment communications.'