Edinburgh-based PR consultancy, Stripe Communication – part of the Cello owned Tangible Group, has announced that Richard Marsham has been appointed as its new chairman.

Marsham, managing partner of The Leith Agency – also part of Tangible Group – succeeds John Rowley in the role, although Rowley will remain on the board of Stripe.

Juliet Simpson, managing director, explained: “Stripe has grown rapidly over the past three years and as the business continues to evolve and grow, Richard’s experience managing Scotland’s largest marketing communications group will be of huge benefit.”

Marsham added: “As Stripe continues to expand into new client sectors and develops new expertise, it’s an exciting time to take on a new role and I’m looking forward to helping to guide them into their fourth and most successful year yet.”