Our Team
We are an agile team of experts, who combine diverse specialisms and work as trusted, long-term collaborators. Between us we have an eclectic range of experience, from the intensity of start-ups to the complexity of blue chip organisations.
We are based in Sheffield, a city of makers and storytellers, in an art deco building on the banks of the River Don.
With a dedicated room for workshops, and a mess room for hands-on testing and tinkering, it’s a creative and atmospheric space to host and inspire our clients, from around the UK and across the world.
Our Team
Dave Greasley
↗ Dave is an organisational consultant, brand strategist and the founder of 3800. He cares about solving complex problems and building deeper connections between companies and people.
He’s worked across process, brand, environment, digital and experience for blue-chip companies, global franchises, and public sector organisations.
Sam Lightfinch
↗ Sam is a storyteller, strategist and speaker. He loves turning business strategies into memorable and effective stories that achieve business goals while winning hearts and minds.
He’s told stories in text, film and experiences for global brands, universities, charities and national campaigns.
Georgina Williams
↗ Georgina is a behavioural science practitioner. She’s fascinated by the nature of transformation and the conditions that help people reach their potential, by understanding their barriers, drivers and decisions.
She’s worked across mental health, social work and coaching for multinational companies, national health organisations and creative consultancies.
Solomon Cook
↗ Solomon is a problem solver and designer, specialising in motion and animation. He’s interested in blending technology and creativity to make things shaped by big thinking, and small details.
He’s worked on product launches, new apps and company acquisitions for complex, international organisations.
Jack Salmons
↗ Jack is a designer and art director. He anchors his creative outputs in truth and simplicity, and is driven by his desire to communicate purpose clearly to all audiences.
He’s produced brand campaigns, identities and films for global companies in the finance, entertainment and transport sectors, among others.
Rachel Wakelin
↗ Rachel is a strategist, writer and editor.
She likes to get into the detail of an organisation and find compelling ways to authentically tell their unique story.
She’s created brand and communication strategies, written books and film scripts, edited magazines and managed projects in the education, arts and culture, placemaking and live experience sectors.
Upcoming Roles
Our upcoming roles are displayed here to show where we're heading and to kick-start some early conversations. If you like what we're about and you align with the role title, let's have a coffee.
In many ways, 3800 is an experiment.
What we do is different, which is why we had to invent a phrase to describe our part-agency, part consultancy model – an improvement studio.
We’re ambitious, but we’re not in a hurry. And so we’re very thoughtful about how we grow and what work we say yes to.
We could be the right place for you if you want to help us figure out what 3800 can become – we want your career here to develop as you do.
We pride ourselves on caring about everyone’s wellbeing, above and beyond their work. Amongst our benefits, we offer everyone regular sessions with our in-house coach, to help them flourish in the fullest sense.
All of our roles are in-house, in our Sheffield studio. We know that’s not for everyone, but we believe the best work happens when people get together.
Our Values
Own your seat at the table
Be confident in your craft, and let your expertise light up the room. Never settle – push yourself to constantly learn and improve. Let passion fuel your professional growth.
Think like a scientist
Ask good questions. Keep an open mind. Take the time to understand the context and diagnose the problem. Know when to put your ideas into action, and learn through testing.
Add substance and soul
Memorable work has depth and heart. It creates connection and has a lasting impact. Understand people. Go beyond what is expected and set new standards.
Raise the village
Share your talents, time and stories generously. Lead with humility and enthusiasm. Water the plants. Take responsibility for creating a place we all want to be. Enjoy the journey.
Our Studio
Improve, all ways.