Melissa Magson Marketing and Design Consultant

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Working inside a hotel teaches you something very quickly.

Marketing and operations are not separate things.

If the booking journey is clunky, occupancy drops. If expectations aren’t clear, reviews dip. If the experience doesn’t match t

I went to something a couple of weeks ago that completely stopped me in my tracks.

@liedownandlisten - Metamorphosis, by the incredibly talented Christina McMaster, held in a 12th century church in the centre of York.

No phones, no movement and no

It’s amazing how quickly we form an impression.

We’ve all done it.
Seen a beautifully written post on Instagram with captivating photos. Clicked through to the website… and then quietly wondered what on earth we’re meant to

Brunch today at The Old Liquor Store, one of my local favourites.

A setting full of character, plenty of space for private chats without feeling on top of the next table and staff who have that lovely knack of making you feel looked after without ev

Have you ever stopped to ask where your customers actually find you?

One of the biggest misconceptions in marketing is that you need to be seen everywhere.

A lot of businesses end up posting everywhere because they’re not quite sure where the

Some evenings stay with you for all the right reasons.

Last night, as a guest of Middlethorpe Interiors, I spent the evening at the new Wyse London store in Stonegate, York. A beautiful historic building, rich with panelled walls, origina

Good work rarely needs explaining.

You can usually feel when the thinking has been done properly.
I’ve always been drawn to that sense of coherence - and it’s the same quality I look for and build in the brands I work with.

A warm hello to 2026 - and a big hello if you’re new here.

This year, I’m being clear about how I want to show up, both in person and online about my business and what I’m here for.

I don’t believe in marketing for marketing

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Melissa Magson Marketing & Design

Commer House, Station Road, Tadcaster, LS24 9JF

Thoughtful marketing and design for hospitality and lifestyle brands

Helping good businesses show up well