Global communications agency, LEWIS PR, saw a jump in revenues and profits in the last financial year as it expanded its worldwide footprint.

Revenues for the year to the end of July 2009 increased by 11% to £18.6million. Profit before tax rose by 5% to £1.4million, with retained profits growing to £4.1million and year-end cash of £2.3m.

During the year, LEWIS continued to expand its network to 38 offices, with new teams in Tokyo, Bristol and Lisbon. Since the year-end the network has been further enlarged with the acquisition of Antwerp-based Leads Utd, one of Europe’s best known PR firms.

LEWIS expects further strong profits growth in 2010, as it strengthens its traditional technology focus with new social media products and builds its new consumer and travel practice.

Chris Lewis, founder and CEO of LEWIS PR, commented:

“Our results are a tribute to the dedication and sheer quality of the people we employ within the business. Over the last year, we have set out to grow organically and through acquisition, and we have built a stronger foundation from which to grow even further. 2010 will be a further year of transformation for LEWIS as we seek further acquisitions and grow to accommodate larger clients who want global reach and real value-for-money.”

LEWIS celebrates its 15th birthday in June and is planning a series of global events as part of its birthday activities.