Jebb, who has worked as PR consultant for the Meetings Industry Association (MIA), will retain his role at MIA as well as taking on the new position.
He will lead the communications strategy of the agency, which specialises in PR and marketing services for the event, business tourism and meetings sectors. The company's clients include Merlin Events, RSA House and Harbour & Jones.
Eugenie Tham, managing director of Big Wednesday PR, said: "I set out this year to considerably expand the breadth of services Big Wednesday PR offers, so when I was introduced to Richard during the summer and was impressed by his track record in the meetings and event industry, I asked him to come on board."
Jebb added: "Over the past 15 years, I have seen the big players in the meetings and event sector realise the potential that a considered and strategic approach to PR and marketing can deliver in terms of business success. Big Wednesday PR’s focus is on delivering long-term results and we’re working with clients that share this vision."
Jebb has previously worked with Accor Hotels, De Vere Hotels, Millennium Hotels, Sodexo Prestige, Excel London and Chelsea FC.
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