Retail communications agency Fourninety has appointed John Lawrence to head up its new business development.

Lawrence joins the Leeds-based agency having previously worked as head of sales and strategy at Logistik.

He has worked with brands including The Lloyds Banking Group, BT, Royal Mail and British Airways.

As well as expanding Fourninety's new business portfolio, Lawrence will focus on "promoting the agency's multi-channel capabilities".

Barbara Boyes, managing director at Fourninety, said: "John’s business development experience will prove invaluable in expanding Fourninety’s  potential as a leading retail communications agency during what is proving to be a very exhilarating time for us."

Fourninety employs over 50 staff and counts Argos, Unilever, Diageo and Heinz among its clients.