A Bradford-born public relations specialist who has helped pioneer the global use of digital media has been named as one of the industry’s most promising prospects.

Tim Hoang, 26, is a social media planner in London with agency Porter Novelli, where he is seen as a rising digital media star.

He has been listed in the industry publication PR Week’s annual ‘29 under 29’ list of young achievers.

Among the work for which he was nominated was creating a blog for the BBC about working in PR in London.

At Porter Novelli, Tim is part of the global digital team responsible for work across its network in 60 countries. He is also a member of the Public Relations Consultants’ Association digital group, helping to develop and implement best practice in the PR industry.