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Testimonials


Client feedback and testimonials – a select few feedback comments of which we are especially proud!


Clive Christian
“GSD were briefed and outlined on an extremely demanding and bespoke project – in budget, style and deadline – to say they delivered would be a massive understatement. They are not only talented and technically adept, but an absolute pleasure to work with.”
Richard Soddy – Head of Design


Paul Mitchell
“Just received our printed MITCH interloopmailerĀ® and it looks fab! It’s a great product, a designers dream, so would love to produce another (if i get my own way again) in the future. Thanks for the patience with supplying the artwork! we got there in the end! Having great feedback in the office, including the MD, people can’t stop playing with them. Cheers guys.”
Jennifer, Salon Success – Paul Mitchell


Birmingham Science Museum
ā€œGSDĀ® quickly got to grips with our product and guidelines to produce a really clever and striking solution that perfectly
matched our needs. Thanks so much for all your support within a very tough timeframe.ā€

Caroline Durbin – PR Manager


WileyWiley
“We used the interloopmailerĀ® for a promotional piece to advertise one of our books. We were attracted to the unusual design of the piece, but were even more impressed by the professionalism and attention to detail which the whole team at GSDĀ® gave us. It was a pleasure working with them, and I look forward to our next collaboration!”
Sam Crowe – Digital Marketing Manager


0044 Ltd0044 Ltd
“GSDĀ® have been a great resource for our creative needs at 0044.co.uk, particularly for off line campaigns. Their approach is refreshing andthey are very aware of budgetary and timing constraints as well as the need to deliver the right creative results.”
Angus MacLeod – Managing Director


Blackpool Sixth Form CollegeBlackpool Sixth
“Graham Shapiro Design designed and produced our Prospectus and several other pieces of marketing material for our college. The creativity and high standard of the designs really captured the concept of our new brand identity. GSD were excellent to work with from concept to the high standard of the completed publications.”
Jon McLeod – Head of Admissions, Liaison and Marketing


City of Bath College
“I can speak for all of us when I say, our new prospectus looks great. I know it has been a lot of hard work, but it was worth it when the results look so good.”
Jim Kelly – Marketing


Phillips
ā€œThe Prestigo interloopmailerĀ® created just the excitement we needed for our mailshot – the feedback we received has been superb. Thanks GSDĀ®!ā€
Fabienne Gendre – Phillips Project Manager


ConnexionsConnexions
“I receive proofs from GSDĀ® as a pdf which again makes things much easier and quicker. The final products are finished to a high standard and their designs are creative, colourful and eyecatching.”
Stephanie Heighton – Marketing


Dacorum Borough CouncilDacorum Borough Council
“I have been fortunate to work with Graham Shapiro Design for a number of years, during which time the company have never failed to impress with their professionalism, accuracy, reliability and flair. Their customer service is second to none.”
Nick Mowat – Managing Director


Guildhall StaffordGuildhall Stafford
“Reliable, friendly and totally committed to providing the best service -just a few words to describe the team at GSDĀ®. Working with them is alwaysa pleasure. No matter how many times I change my mind they have totalpatience with me and strive to ensure that once the job is finished, I am 100% satisfied with it.”
Anne Graham – Marketing


Motorola
ā€œWe’re more than pleased with our Flip out interloopmailerĀ®. They look fabulous – and the launch went so well.ā€
Becky Cotton – Account Manager


KomatsuKomatsu
“GSDĀ® have produced some of the most effective graphic design projects for Komatsu Europe and Komatsu UK, that include all origination, design and production.”
Jean-SĆ©bastien Blanc – Sales Promotion Group Leader


The Lewis PartnershipLewis Partnership
“We are delighted with the way that Graham and his team took on board the complex nature of our business and then devised a way to bring all of the branding together without losing any of the individual character. The new LP brand oozes sophistication and 21st Century styling with a timeless design which will work as an umbrella brand for as long as we keep expanding”
Chris Lewis – Managing Director


Moodys 1883Moodys 1883
“We are truly lucky to have GSDĀ® as creative consultants, they offer a professional and inspirational service”
Carl Moody – Managing Director


Visit Tees Valley

Visit Tees Valley
“Fantastic reaction to this addictive invention.”
Claire Armstrong – Senior Project Manager


SamsungSamsung
“We needed a way to disseminate a high level of technical information in a manner that would be easily understood by buyers throughout Europe. The designs produced achieved this, in that they were innovative and very effective.”
Peter.F.Smith – Marketing Manager


South Cheshire College
“Excellent long term service from this design company. Would recommend.”
Karen Gee – Director of Marketing


Bristol-Myers Squibb
ā€œFinding a supplier that could come up with great ideas that are also cost-effective was a double bonus. The ā€˜faces’ mailer really turned some heads!ā€
Ian Murray – Marketing


Stafford Borough CouncilStafford Borough Council
“A company which boasts a talented team of dedicated and creative designers and whose competitive quotes do not compromise their outstanding work.”
Donna Halfpenny – Marketing Officer


Siemens
ā€œIf the fantastic internal reaction to this addictive invention is anything to go by, delegate numbers at Innovation Leadership Summit 2011 are looking to be very strong this year.ā€
Ruth Lung – Marketing Director


Stafford CollegeStafford College
“Graham Shapiro Design are a cut above the rest – with innovative, exciting and cost affective designs – keeping Stafford College one step ahead.”
Cathy Webb – Marketing Manager


Apple
“The interloopmailerĀ® is an interesting piece. Key messages could be nicely revealed through it. We’re definitely keeping it on file for projects in the future it might be perfect for”
Harper – Apple Design Team


Staffordshire County CouncilStaffordshire County Council
“The first contact I have had with GSD and everything went very smoothly.The job involved the design of a leaflet, posters and a banner stand. I also needed a bespoke logo creating for our brand. The project management byLyndsay Green was very efficient. Lyndsay was in regular contact with me tokeep up to date with progress. The design was imaginative and very eye catching.The project was delivered right on time and everything I asked for was provided.I wouldn’t hesitate to ask GSD for help again and would recommend them for this sort of work to others.”
Phil Knowles – Marketing


CSIRO (Australian Commonwealth Scientific and Research Organization)
ā€œThank you GSDĀ® for all your assistance with this project. Our young readers enjoyed the intrigue and tactility of the interloopmailerĀ® – and learnt a lot from it too!ā€
Jasmine Leong – Scientific Editor CSIRO Education


Stephen WebsterStephen Webster
“When Graham Shapiro Design guarantee deadlines, we can be confident that they will do all they can to ensure the job reaches us on time, will be of the highest standard, and will be to budget.”
Claire Denham-Smith – Head Designer and Brand Director



Stoke City FCStoke City FC
“7 agencies pitched for our advertising campaign. GSDĀ® had that edge we needed”
Della Birchall – Marketing Director


Komatsu
ā€œFrom the start we were very impressed with the synergy of all elements of GSD®’s KomtraxTM proposal and the capability of the interloopmailerĀ® in particular. It’s a uniquely interesting solution which really encourages recipients to respondā€
Chris Classen – Komtrax Project Manage, Komatsu UK


Synergy HomesSynergy Homes
“Superb company with the skills and attitude to conquer the world.”
John Spencer – Managing Director


The Outward Bound Trust
“The interloopmailerĀ® from GSDĀ® has proven to be an extremely successful marketing tool for us. What’s more, it was so refreshing to come across an agency who offered us an innovative yet cost-effective solution, and who were also so easy to work with.”
Jemma Milne – Marketing Manager


Kirsty ClubThe Kirsty Club
“We at The Kirsty Club have worked with Graham and his team on several occasions producing Christmas Cards and our annual Ball brochures.Without doubt the quality, expertise and professionalism that were put into the final product was second to none.The design skills from GSDĀ®. were absolutely fantastic and quite mind blowing to see what could be achieved on any of the brochure’s and cards.We feel privileged to have had the opportunity to work with Graham and sincerely hope that we shall be able to produce more of the superior design work for our future events.”
Phillip Taylor – Director


Typhoo TeaTyphoo Tea
“Graham Shapiro Design has provided an excellent, professional service in the design and management of our website and continues to respond promptly to all enquiries and requests for updates to be made – all delivered within budget!.”
Sarah Feely – Assistant Brand Manager


Walford North Shrop CollegeWalford College
“Graham Shapiro Design always deliver to the highest standards, and always on time, even on the tightest deadlines. They are flexible and really helpful, with a personal service that makes them a real pleasure to work with.”
Michele Hay – Marketing Manager


West Cheshire College
“Many thanks Graham Shapiro Design, if it wasn’t for your teams innovative ideas, great designs and quick turnaround we wouldn’t have the vibrant new prospectuses and literature available for students, businesses and staff. Thanks for all your hard work.”
Helen Nellist – Vice Principal





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