Future Faces member named ‘Rising Star’ at PRCA DARE Awards 2025

Bronia Hennessy, account director at integrated marketing communications agency, Leopard Co, won the esteemed ‘Rising Star of the Year’ award at the PRCA DARE Awards 2025.

The annual ceremony, which celebrates the very best in Public Relations across the Midlands, saw Bronia (pictured) take home the gold medal as the best talent in the industry right now.

Bronia, a Future Faces member, was awarded the ‘Rising Star of the Year’ accolade in recognition of the outstanding work she delivers for clients, her significant contribution to the growth of the Leopard Co agency and her initiative in inspiring team members, as well as the wider community, to enter this industry and reach their full potential.

The panel was impressed that Bronia was recently promoted to account director earlier this year, which is her fourth promotion in less than two years – having risen from senior account executive in April 2023 to account director in 2025.

Leopard Co was also recognised for the outstanding media relations executed on behalf of Twycross Zoo, with a Highly Commended spotlight on the work.

Bronia Hennessy, account director at Leopard Co commented: “I’m shocked and proud to be recognised as PRCA’s Rising Star of the Year in the Midlands. I’m a proud Brummie, and I look forward to continuing to show the quality of work that is coming out of our region!”

Leopard Co co-founder, Anthony Tattum, commented: “In addition to her outstanding client work, Bronia is a much-loved member of the Leopard Co team. We are incredibly proud of her career as it continues to skyrocket and the ongoing success she is achieving.

“Bronia’s hard work and determination to always be the best, is one of the reasons Leopard Co continues to thrive.

“This recognition for Bronia from the communications industry allows us to reflect on the incredible contribution she makes to the agency. Her future is bright!”

Leopard Co houses a 25 strong team of consultants offering full-service marketing solutions to clients.

The agency works across a range of sectors, with extensive experience, insight and valuable connections in Home & Property, Pet, Hospitality & Leisure, Student, Health, B2B & Tech.

Leopard Co’s central proposition is a promise to clients that ‘your goals are our mission’ – ensuring consultancy outcomes are centred on clear commercial outcomes and impact using its ROAR methodology.

Leopard Co is expert at understanding client objectives and creating purposeful programmes that combine the best blend of activity to achieve real-world results.

For more information on Leopard Co, visit the website.