Paying tribute to Vicky Harrop

We are extremely sad to announce that Vicky Harrop sadly passed away on Wednesday 16th April 2025 after suffering a long battle from an extremely rare cancer. Her funeral was held earlier this week in Marbella, Spain with close family and friends.

Back in 2022 Vicky was diagnosed with Thymic Carcinoma after finding a small lump in her neck. After undergoing various tests it was confirmed that she had the rare cancer, so rare that it accounts for only 1% of all cancers globally (1.5 people in 1 million are diagnosed). Due to the rarity of the cancer and its aggressiveness Vicky underwent a range of treatment aimed at slowing down the spread of the tumors in hope that she could eventually remove them surgically. Vicky maintained a pragmatic and positive approach to the treatment and was determined that she would beat the cancer. 

Vicky lived an invigorating life and shared it with friends and family across the globe. Her infectious smile and laughter would carry down corridors and light up any room she entered and it’s why her career was so fruitful as a graphic designer. For 12 years she ran her own company “Studio of Creatives’. It was her impeccable approach to life that enabled Vicky to run many businesses, and help a tremendous number of people along the way, amongst those closest to Vicky acknowledge that she was an incredible networker, connecting people and businesses to cultivate a positive change in the world. 

Vicky worked for the biggest companies and brands globally and was at the top of any roster requiring extra support. She worked tirelessly with dedication and enthusiasm which is why she was so highly regarded in the industry. Most recently Vicky became a core team member of Cureative Studio managing the European division. 

A message from Managing Director Wayne Brown 

“Vicky was a life long friend, we shared a very special connection from the moment we met back in 2012 working for Manning Gottlieb OMD. Working together never felt like work, it always felt like two friends playing together in the playground. No matter how late we were working together she always had time for a practical joke to keep the mood upbeat and positive. We worked at numerous agencies spreading our joy for design, and most recently together at 

Cureative Studio where she led our European division, helping us to deliver work overnight for our APAC clientele. 

Vicky always had a special place in my heart, her infectious laughter and tenacity for life was rare. She always encompassed a drive that I have not come across in many people and it's something that she taught me to embrace in life. Vicky leaves a huge void at Cureative, but more importantly in the lives of every individual that knew her and that is something we will all need to adjust to in time. For now I send out my heartfelt condolences to all that knew Vicky, and we ask that you respect the families privacy at this time”