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Why Choose Evocatus Media?

At Evocatus Media, our unique combination of broadcast experience and military precision sets us apart. Our trainers are industry veterans who bring real-world insights and practical strategies to every session. We are committed to helping you develop the skills needed to communicate effectively and confidently in any situation.

Ready to enhance your media skills? Contact Evocatus Media today to learn more about our training programs and how we can help you achieve your communication goals.

Our Story

Evocatus Media was conceived through the convergence of diverse yet complementary worlds. Our founders, seasoned professionals with extensive backgrounds in both the BBC and the military, saw an extraordinary opportunity to blend their unique skill sets. The meticulousness and strategic acumen fostered in military operations, combined with the creativity and communication prowess honed at the BBC, formed the cornerstone of our company. This distinctive fusion enables us to offer unparalleled media training, equipping individuals and organisations with the skills necessary to navigate and excel in the modern media landscape. At Evocatus Media, we believe in the power of clear, confident communication, and our journey is driven by a commitment to helping our clients achieve mastery in this critical area.

Our Mission

At Evocatus Media, our mission is to empower our clients with the ability to communicate effectively and confidently across all media platforms. By leveraging the combined expertise of our team, we provide training that enhances storytelling capabilities, builds resilience, and ensures adept media engagement. We strive to be the catalyst for our clients’ success in mastering the intricate dynamics of today’s media landscape.

Our Values

Excellence: We are dedicated to providing top-tier training and services that help our clients reach their highest potential.

Integrity: Our operations are guided by transparency, honesty, and a commitment to ethical practices.

Innovation: We continually seek out and implement innovative training methods and technologies to stay at the forefront of the industry.

Collaboration: We value the collaborative process, working closely with our clients to tailor our training to their specific needs.

Resilience: We instil resilience in our clients, preparing them to handle any media challenge with confidence and poise.

Our Team

Our team at Evocatus Media is comprised of highly skilled professionals who bring a wealth of experience and diverse perspectives to our training programs.

Former BBC Associates: Our team includes former BBC professionals who have extensive experience in broadcast journalism, media production, and training. Their deep understanding of the media industry is instrumental in shaping effective communication strategies for our clients.

Ex-Military Personnel: Our ex-military experts bring a strategic and disciplined approach to communication training. Their expertise in crisis management, strategic planning, and disciplined execution enhances our training offerings, preparing clients for a wide range of scenarios.

Our Approach

Evocatus Media’s approach to training is immersive, practical, and tailored to the unique needs of each client. We focus on real-world application and hands-on learning to ensure our clients gain the skills and confidence required to succeed in any media environment.

Customised Training Programs: We develop personalised training programs that address the specific communication challenges and goals of our clients.

Real-World Simulations: Our training incorporates realistic simulations that mimic real-world media environments, providing practical experience and invaluable practice.

Expert Coaching: Our team offers personalised coaching and constructive feedback, helping clients refine their skills and improve their performance.

Cutting-Edge Facilities: We utilise advanced facilities equipped with the latest technology to create an engaging and effective training experience.

About

Welcome to Evocatus Hospitality

At Evocatus Hospitality, we serve up coffee of the highest quality and delectable cakes right from our distinctive Tuk van. Our mission is simple: deliver exceptional quality with a focus on local sustainability. We’re all about supporting the locals, sourcing every ingredient from suppliers within a 30-mile radius. This commitment ensures that what you get is fresh, flavourful, and crafted with care. Whether you’re in need of a quick pick-me-up or a moment to savour, Evocatus Hospitality promises a superior taste of local craftsmanship with every visit.

Our Story

Evocatus Hospitality was born out of a passion for great coffee, locally sourced treats, and a love for community. We saw an opportunity to bring something special to the streets — a coffee bar that not only serves up fantastic beverages and treats but also supports local businesses and fosters community spirit. Our Tuk van, a symbol of our journey and dedication, is a beloved fixture in its location, allowing us to bring our offerings directly to you day in and day out.

From the start, our vision was clear: combine high-quality products with exceptional service, all while celebrating and uplifting our local suppliers. This philosophy has guided us since day one and continues to be the cornerstone of our operations.

Our Commitment to Quality

Quality is at the heart of everything we do at Evocatus Hospitality. We believe that great taste starts with great ingredients. That’s why we partner with local suppliers who share our passion for excellence. From the coffee beans we brew to the flour and eggs in our cakes, every component is carefully selected to ensure the highest standards. By sourcing locally, we not only guarantee freshness but also support the sustainability and growth of our community.

We take pride in our meticulous process of selecting suppliers, ensuring that every partnership is built on trust, quality, and mutual respect. This attention to detail allows us to deliver a product that’s not only delicious but also ethically and sustainably sourced. Our customers can taste the difference that quality ingredients and careful craftsmanship make in every bite and sip.

Our Values

Community, quality, and sustainability are the core values that guide us. We’re more than just a coffee and cake van; we’re a part of the local fabric, striving to make a positive impact through our business practices. By choosing Evocatus Hospitality, you’re not just enjoying a delicious treat; you’re supporting a network of local businesses and contributing to a more sustainable food system.

We believe in building strong relationships with our customers, suppliers, and the community. Our Tuk van is a local hub of connection, where people can come together over a shared love of great coffee and cakes. We’re committed to reducing our environmental footprint, using eco-friendly materials and practices wherever possible. Our goal is to create a business that not only thrives but also gives back to the community and the planet.

Join Us on Our Journey

We invite you to join us on our journey as we bring the best of local flavours to your doorstep. Visit our Tuk van at its regular spot and stay connected with us through social media to keep up with our latest offerings and community events. Whether you’re a coffee connoisseur, a cake lover, or simply someone who appreciates quality and community, Evocatus Hospitality is here to make your day a little brighter.

Thank you for being a part of our story. We look forward to serving you soon!

About

MILITARY TECHNIQUES FOR THE CIVILIAN WORLD

The idea behind Evocatus was born on the prairies of Alberta, in Western Canada. The British Army Training Unit, Suffield, is where the British Army trains its heaviest and fastest-moving forces, and in 2011 that training had reached unparalleled levels of complexity, as we prepared units to deploy on operations in Afghanistan. To support training for the thousands of troops in the training audience we provided a complete live simulation, including a Higher HQ to provide orders and direction, a conventional enemy force, an insurgent force, a Pashtun-speaking civilian population, helicopters, journalists and horrific simulated casualties. Behind the exercising troops was a large team of observers, whose job was to capture evidence of what happened in each scenario; this, combined with radio recordings and GPS tracking of everything that took place was turned into After Action Reviews, which we used to help the training audience recognise the strengths and weaknesses in their performance.

Having learned to design and plan live exercises on this scale within defence, it was an obvious progression to the idea of running similar (usually less complex) exercises for the business world to build and train teams, test contingency plans and help to identify risks.

Although we love live exercises in the fresh air, we do recognise that sometimes more can be achieved through bringing exercises indoors and turning them into games, getting people engaged using game design methods developed by the hobby industry and by the film and TV industry. We’ve also recognised that the engagement we can achieve through interactive games is crucial for communicating dry or complicated issues, most effectively at the start point for change management programmes, where cultural changes are required.

We help organisations to think, communicate and train through games and exercises, from simple tabletop games to solve problems and devise strategies through to realistic scenario simulations. We specialise in scenario based team building across the South West.

We work with a global network of like-minded allies, with whom we deliver a bespoke, world-class service anywhere in the world.

EVOCATUS: VETERAN

Evocatus is the Latin word for Veteran. In Ancient Rome, most soldiers served a single term and then retired with a pension. Some, however, chose to sign up for a further term, becoming truly professional soldiers, from whom officers, including the famous Centurions, would be drawn. These men were the Evocati; literally, those who had been called to serve. When we were first setting out into the civilian world, Evocatus seemed an appropriate name for a company whose mission is to apply experience as military trainers and leaders in the business world.