Judy Dobias

Instagram: @CamronPR

Twitter: @camronpr

Judy began her career in publishing in London, working in the communications departments. After 7 years she decided she wanted to set up her own company which initially focussed on authors and books. It was only a year or two that she moved away from this sector. Joined by Penny Little, who had been working with Terence Conran at Habitat for a number of years, she decided to focus on the world of design. She went on to build Camron Public Relations - the leading agency for design communications with offices in London, Milan, New York, and Shanghai. Her ingenuity, graciousness, and generosity have spawned a worldwide following of grateful superfans across the industry, two of which happen to be the founders of Alpha Kilo.

What is your idea of perfect happiness?: My idea of happiness, especially now, is to get on a plane with a destination to one of the places I love most - Venice, Palma or anywhere in the Swiss mountains with no return date on the ticket for a while.

Which living person do you most admire?: The person I most admire now is Jacinta Ardern. She has clarity, empathy and has led New Zealand out of this current crisis and others since she has taken her leadership role.

What is your greatest extravagance?: Staying at wonderful hotels.

What is your current state of mind?: Ready to escape lockdown.

What do you consider the most overrated virtue?: My sense of humour.

Which words or phrases do you most overuse?: ‘That is just not going to happen.’

Which talent would you most like to have?: I wish I could paint - pictures, not houses.

If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?: My impatience.

What do you consider your greatest achievement?: Building such a talented team at Camron.

Where would you most like to live?: Where I am right now, London.

What is your most treasured possession?: My growing glass collection.

What is your favorite occupation?: Reading or heading to a ballet at The Royal Opera House.