Fuelled by black coffee, Gemma heads up our team of editors and journalists and ensures editorial quality across Summersault's portfolio. She cut her journalistic teeth in the fast-paced world of daily newspapers, before moving into contract publishing, where she has created and developed a host of award-winning titles, brands and communication strategies. She's worked with a wide-ranging list of clients including Pfizer, 3M, Siemens and TUI UK. My kind of communication: "A tome of a glossy magazine, filled with designer wedges, Eddie Izzard, Art Deco and New Romantics. And a covermounted pendant necklace in every issue."

Not a stone (or page) is left unturned in Julia's pursuit of quality. In heading up the busy Production department, Julia has overall responsibility for reproduction, paper specification, buying for all titles, appointing and managing suppliers, scheduling, and purchasing and management of print. She oversees all elements of the mailing and fulfilment process, including personalisation and data preparation, while project managing digital titles and projects. In short, she scrutinises our titles to guarantee top-notch results. My kind of communication: "A magazine with beautiful photography, sharp design, wonderful paper and outstanding print results. It has to be fabulous to the touch and the eye. And preferably filled with Latino hunks!"

If ever a man was ahead of his time, it's Ian. Summersault's creative dynamo is responsible for designing and art directing our cutting-edge communications, crafting them into the targeted titles Summersault is renowned for. His unrivalled attention to creative detail keeps readers engaged in our clients' messages. From creating initial design concepts to ensuring the style of every page supports its editorial values, Ian works with clients and colleagues to create high-quality, strategically driven titles and brands. It's no wonder he's won over 40 awards for communication design. My kind of communication: "A blank sheet of paper, ready to pour my thoughts on to."

Ace accountant David number-crunched his way around the world before settling back in the UK and into the marketing services industry. Summersault isn't the only company to benefit from his financial and commercial skills, as he works across a number of our sister businesses. David ensures we handle client invoices efficiently and accurately. He also produces management information to help with the successful running of the business. My kind of communication: "Doorstop reflections on the Caribbean, with ancient pirate maps, colonial architecture, red-roofed houses and the sounds of calypso and conch shell, washed down with Mount Gay."

When opportunity knocks, Kate's there to answer. With her New Business team, she handles new business enquiries and provides strategic implementation plans for Summersault's growth. Kate has honed her talents through years of experience in overseeing communication strategies for the likes of Tesco, Jaguar and Land Rover. So when a prospective client calls, she can transform their brief into a perfectly targeted solution. As the first face you'll see at Summersault, she makes a great first impression. My kind of communication: "For me, nothing beats a good debate, so I love free-flowing conversations on anything from politics to literature, fashion or art."

Publishing powerhouse Gail Franks took Summersault's helm in mid-2007 and has since been driving the business towards even greater heights. Gail is no stranger to managing businesses, as she has founded and led a number of successful media companies, including Wildfire Communications, a leader in the field of contract publishing and online communications. Gail has an unsurpassed ability to engage audiences in award-winning multi-channel communications that span print and digital media. My kind of communication: "A 1950s-style home-made video, set in Manhattan and full of fashion, dark glasses, kitten heels and open-top cars."