About Us

Photographer Credit: Jes Lindsay

Courtney Liddle

Co-Founder, Pollen Publishing​ (Public Relations / Communications) 

Courtney is a PR and communications strategist with over a decade of experience helping brands cut through noise with clarity, creativity and purpose. She has led campaigns for global names and emerging brands alike across​ hospitality, fashion, ​beauty, wellness, and technology ​- shaping narratives that earn attention and foster connection.

After working in both agency and consulting roles, Courtney launched Pollen Publishing to demystify public relations and make high-quality communications tools more accessible to small businesses. Her debut product, The PR Guidebook, distills years of industry experience into a practical, empowering DIY resource for founders.

Courtney’s work is grounded in empathy and strategic thinking - shaped not only by professional experience but also an academic background in Psychology. She is guided by the belief that impactful communication is a skill anyone can learn with the right tools and support.

Paul Liddle

Co-Founder, Pollen Publishing​ (Creative Disciplines*) 

Paul is a writer, director, ​editor and photographer with 1​8+ years of experience across music, entertainment, and visual storytelling. He began his career at Channel [V] and Foxtel, crafting pop culture programming, before moving to California to sharpen his skills in the heart of the commercial production industry.

Upon returning to Australia, Paul took on the role of Creative Lead at Secret Sounds, where he helped redefine what music content could look like ​- setting a new creative benchmark in the local scene. ​He later co-founded HOWL Films - a multi-disciplinary creative practice, seamlessly blending storytelling, design, and filmmaking. 

Paul’s work is grounded in authenticity, emotional observation, and a commitment to crafting stories that resonate.​ This same narrative strength recently earned him recognition as a finalist in the 2025 AACTA Regional Landscapes Writing Competition for his feature film script, Bury Your Dead​. 

At Pollen Publishing, Paul brings this rich creative background to small brands, helping shape​ and refine​ brand execution that feel​s both soulful and strategic.

*Creative resources coming soon