It’s a job that can sometimes
involve hard yards. But that should be no problem for the Duke and Duchess
of Cambridge’s new PR chief – a triathlete who has competed for Great Britain.
The couple have hired Lee
Thompson, a high-flying executive from a top US TV network.
The Leeds University graduate,
who is in his mid-30s, helped boost CNBC’s YouTube audience by 600 per
cent.
Before working at the London office
of the US network, the British-born fitness enthusiast worked at the
Association of Chief Police Officers and top PR firm Freuds.
The Duke and Duchess of
Cambridge have hired Lee Thompson, a triathlete who has competed for
Great Britain
His appointment comes after
the Cambridges faced criticism earlier this year for what was described as a
‘tone deaf’ tour of the Caribbean.
The couple faced protests in
parts of Belize, Jamaica and the Bahamas as they represented the Queen.
Despite the criticism, the
Cambridges remain the two most popular members of the Royal Family after the
Queen.
Provided by Daily Mail His
appointment comes after the Cambridges faced criticism earlier this year for
what was described as a ‘tone deaf’ tour of the Caribbean
Their children played a
leading role during the Platinum Jubilee weekend and William was cheered by
crowds when he delivered a speech during the Party at the Palace concert.
The appointment comes as the
Cambridges are expected to announce a move to Windsor.
