Alexandra Carr

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Alexandra Carr is a Member of The Chartered Institute of Public Relations and has worked in communications roles for over 20 years. Prior to her current position she worked for The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (UK) and Transport for London. Alexandra joined PPL PRS as PR & Communications Manager in December 2017, bringing together her love of writing and music.

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In the Press

Working together in harmony

Leicester-based charity Pedestrian won the Charity and Business Partnership Award, for their partnership with PPL PRS, at the Voluntary Action

Alexandra Carr 16 November 2023

Seasonal Music

What music to play at Christmas

What music to play at Christmas Christmas As each year passes, the festive season seems to arrive earlier and earlier.

Alexandra Carr 7 November 2023

In the Press

PPL PRS Collections Team win Team of the Year at Enterprising Women Awards 2023

The PPL PRS Collections team were crowned winners as Team of the Year at the East Midlands Chamber of Commerce

Alexandra Carr 10 October 2023

Seasonal Music

Rugby World Cup

The Rugby World Cup is set to go ahead in October, and as a venue owner or manager you may

Alexandra Carr 6 September 2023

In the Press

PPL PRS join forces with professional motorcycle racer, Brayden Elliott

Local music venture joins forces with professional motorcycle racer, Brayden Elliott as partners for the 2023 season

Alexandra Carr 21 August 2023

Success Stories

Langlands Garden Centre

Since opening their first store in Shiptonthorpe in 1964, Langlands Garden Centre have become one of the best known and

Alexandra Carr 17 May 2023

Seasonal Music

Coronation celebrations fit for a king

On Saturday 6th May, King Charles III will be officially crowned at the Coronation at Westminster Abbey.

Alexandra Carr 18 April 2023

In the Press

Punk era exhibition to be hosted in Leicester

Punk era exhibition to be hosted in Leicester, with support from local businesses and organisations.

Alexandra Carr 17 April 2023

In the Press

Music licensing business named as finalist in Contact Centre Culture Award

Music licensing business, PPL PRS Ltd, has been recognised by the UK Contact Centre Management Association Awards as a finalist

Alexandra Carr 23 March 2023

Health & Wellbeing

Music: The secret weapon for menopause relief

PPL PRS is marking International Women’s Day 2023 by launching ‘PPL PRS’ Guide to Menopause’.

Alexandra Carr 7 March 2023

Seasonal Music

Get off to a flying start during the Grand National

Whether it’s organising sweep stakes, setting up the big screen, or stocking up on extra drinks …

Alexandra Carr 6 March 2023

In the Press

PPL & PRS for Music joint venture – PPL PRS Ltd – Marks fifth anniversary

PPL PRS Ltd is today celebrating its fifth anniversary.

Alexandra Carr 28 February 2023

Health & Wellbeing

Our Menopause in the Workplace Pledge

It is estimated that there are around 13 million people who are currently peri or menopausal in the UK, which

Alexandra Carr 13 December 2022

Benefits of Music

British national anthem lyrics

How many times, over the years, do you suppose you’ve heard the national anthem?

Alexandra Carr 20 November 2022

Engagement

Three Lions on as per usual

Taking place during November and December, the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 starts this month!

Alexandra Carr 18 November 2022

In the Press

PPL PRS & HQ Community Project join forces to support local musicians

PPL PRS & HQ Community Project join forces to support local musicians Leicester-based music licensing company, PPL PRS Ltd, and

Alexandra Carr 19 August 2022

In the Press

PPL PRS become Official Music Partner of Leicester Tigers

Leicester based music licensing company, PPL PRS Limited, have signed a new partnership agreement with Leicester Tigers, which will see

Alexandra Carr 10 August 2022

Benefits of Music

Pup Rock – your dog’s favourite music

Have you ever questioned if your dog were a person, who their favourite artist would be? Would they be a

Alexandra Carr 8 August 2022

Success Stories

Calder Vets

Music can ease anxiety and also aid recovery time after a stressful situation, but what about for animals? We spoke

Alexandra Carr 26 July 2022

In the Press

The World Reimagined

PPL PRS are proud to be working with The World Reimagined project which will arrive in Leicester this August.

Alexandra Carr 14 July 2022

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