John Cotton is a communications and marketing specialist with over 20 years’ experience working with prestigious brands. His career has taken him across a wide mix of industries—from arts and culture to luxury travel, yachting, aviation, hospitality, science and tech.

He’s spent over 15 years leading communications for Ballet Black, alongside working with brands such as Hamilton Princess, Four Seasons Los Angeles, EYOS, Caladan Oceanic, Singapore Airlines and Star Alliance. 

John’s work spans UK and international PR, marketing, brand positioning, sponsorship, digital content and influencer engagement. He’s developed partnerships with global tourism boards, major luxury hotel groups, and luxury brands including LVMH, Ferragamo and Orlebar Brown.

He’s well connected internationally, with experience working across the UK, Europe, the US and Southeast Asia.

Outside of work, John has a lifelong love of the arts, music and travel. He enjoys painting, long walks, wine tasting, singing - and, of course, a good night out.

Favourite song: Comfortably Numb by The Scissor Sisters 

Queer Icon: Madonna 

Favourite Cardion Arts moment: I loved the Ultraviolet exhibition opening party, we closed the whole Soho street.

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@johndavidcotton

Photo by Kevin Kane