What clients & the industry says…

“Phil and the team have been an incredible help for us through a range of challenges we’ve faced as a new business. Always on the other end of the line, Phil has been brilliant counsel for us and we’re hugely grateful for the support, wisdom and technical expertise we’ve been able to access when necessary. Would highly recommend.”
- Jordan Schwarzenberger, CEO at Arcade Media & Manager of the Sidemen -

“Phil's expert knowledge of the entertainment industry, laser-sharp legal eye and excellent communication all make him an invaluable support but, really, it's the fact that he is a lovely guy who is incredibly trustworthy that makes him a true superstar.”
- Justin Girdler, CEO at Diving Bell Group -

“Phil is a brilliant commercial and legal mind and he’s able to understand the idiosyncratic needs of an industry. He’s been invaluable to my business and always thinks in terms of bigger frameworks and long-term strategy. He has unrivalled experience in the digital talent space, and is a pleasure and joy to work with. I couldn’t recommend his services any more highly.”
- Abigail Bergstrom, CEO at Bergstrom Studios -

“I’ve known and had the pleasure of working with Phil for many years. He’s able to see the big picture and the intricate detail at the same time. Combined with his commercial acumen and deep knowledge of the media, talent and management industries, he’s easily one of the most effective executives in the industry today.”
- Cliff Fluet, Joint Head of Media & Entertainment at Lewis Silkin, MD of Eleven Advisory & Chair of the Ivors Trust Academy -

“I can’t tell you the details, but if I could then you would use Phil Hughes as your commercial & legal consultant forever more, just as I do.”
- Sam Chapman, leading talent & entrepreneur -

“I’ve really enjoyed working with Phil over the years, he’s always been a trusted adviser I can go to for commercial and professional advice. He has an incredible amount of experience in the talent industry and I know that any advice he gives will always be totally genuine, realistic and practical.”
- Lily Pebbles, leading digital first talent, podcaster & author -

“In a career you meet only a handful of people who are able to change the fortunes of an entire business. Phil is one of these people. I’ve worked with Phil on and off (but mostly on) for 20 years and can honestly say he is one of the best operators I have ever come across. He possesses a strategic mind but with one eye on the detail and has the smarts and experience to make these qualities highly effective for any business. On top of all of this, he’s a really good egg.”
- Dominic Smales, Founder of Gleam Futures and Founder at The Glo Project-

“Phil is one of the most phenomenal people I have had the pleasure of working with. He is incredibly smart, approaches everything with meticulous consideration and detail, always provides an alternative view, is great at keeping the focus on the greater strategy and receives the respect of everyone who works closely with him. He’s also incredibly kind, thoughtful and funny.”
- Lucy Loveridge, MD, Social at YMU -

“Phil is a great leader and has a wonderful ability to create and visualise commercial and operational strategies, from big picture down to the finer details. He has unparalleled experience in the digital talent ecosystem, meaning that he often finds or creates effective solutions - creating pathways rather than just following well trodden paths. To top it all off he is also a genuinely lovely guy to work with. 10/10 would recommend.”
- Chris Davis, Commercial Director -