A few words from colleagues:

David Tremayne, The Independent (F1):  "We media types can be demanding, especially when we get the scent of a good story. A lot of what passes for PR in F1 these days comprises efforts to deflect or discourage, rather than to facilitate. But every so often someone comes along who just 'gets it', and knows how to put a story across properly, in a way in which everyone benefits. Meet Emma Buxton, without question one of the top three PR people currently in the business. If you are seeking someone who understands motorsport and/or music, and the media, you need look no further."

Joe Saward, Grandprix.com:  "Formula 1 is a world where there are a lot of people asking for a lot of things and it is not easy to balance the demands with the availability of the star names. Most teams adopt a policy of saying no first and then only having to deal with the most persistent journalists who will not take no for an answer. Emma was always different. If you wanted something, she would get it and if the person needed could not be there is person there would still be an answer. For an F1 writer that is a real bonus as most teams leave you hanging on until the last moment and then leave you in the lurch. In addition to that Emma did the job with grace and imagination - and a very rare thing indeed, politeness. I recommend her highly."

Tony Jardine, Jardine International Media Communications agency and TV pundit: "Emma brought her expertise and contacts to Jardine International to work across two diverse campaigns, one an up and coming young driver and the second a new game launch project with Sony PlayStation one of our biggest clients. Both were hugely successful. As I expected, Emma threw herself into the thick of the action using all her communications skills, including her writing and contacts, but mostly using her charm and diplomacy to influence coverage from the media and action from suppliers! It is always important in a 'people business' to possess the right chemistry to be able to work affectively with both the clients and the press, but at the same time be totally organised. Emma has all of those skills and I look forward to the next time she works on projects for Jardine International as she is an expert PR practitioner, now I've said that she won't be free for months!!!"

Jason Swales, Radio 5 LIVE (Producer):  "I have worked with Emma for many years while she was with the Honda F1 Team and the Super Aguri F1 Team. I have always found Emma to be very professional and dedicated to who she is working for and with. She has a great attention to detail and to the needs of the media as well as the client. I can honestly say she is a joy to work with!"

Jonathan Farger, Sony Computer Entertainment Enterprises (PR):  "I've been fortunate enough to work with Emma on numerous occasions, most recently for the launch of the Nissan GT Academy, and MotorStorm for PlayStation 3. It's sometimes easy to take peoples hard work for granted, although I can say, with hand on heart, Emma is a true professional, and a perfect ambassador for anyone she represents. I'm hopeful that our paths will cross again soon, in the meantime, I'd highly recommend her credentials to anyone considering working with her."

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