About me

Present: INTERBRAND
I am continuing my passion for shaping Client Services & Sales Strategy - to support strategically led pioneering businesses in the creative arena. My strengths are in managing teams specifically focused on relationships, growth and business development.
The Conran Design Group: Most Recent
Business Development & Marketing Director - The strategic development of Organic & New Business Growth across a strong portfolio of clients. Plus Marketing leadership. Added £1 million in organic growth in year 1. Took on role of Business Development and Marketing team leader at agencies request in year 2.
KD: Contract
Consumer Portfolio Leader for Kinneir Dufort -
KD are an expert partner within the Consumer, Industrial and Medical sectors. Skill set includes Brand Strategy & Insights, Human Factors, Design, Engineering, Software & Electronics and Prototyping all in house.
A strong record in delivering intelligent, design solutions which deliver fantastic results for clients globally. The portfolio highlights a wealth of experience of getting successful products to market and having a positive impact on the world. KD is focused on working with clients who wish to improve lives.

Previous:
EU Executive Client Director of Marks Design -
Following a number of key positions as a design leader within Mondelez, Kraft and Cadbury, my knowledge, experience and industry contacts were integral in the shaping of Marks and its 'Design Adaptation' offering in the market. During my time growing & shaping Marks, I successfully pitched this strategy to a number of high profile global organisations like RB, Unilever and Tesco, winning their confidence and over £15m of business with a unique combination of design-led thinking combined with cost and time efficiencies.

Over the years, my natural ability in relationship management has brought me success on both agency and client sides. The breadth of this experience has given me unique insight and consultation capabilities, enabling me to drive effectiveness and efficiency into the management of creative teams and strategic projects.

My creative education began at the University of Hull, completing a BA in English Language and Literature with a specialism in film directing, then worked in a number of key British institutions like the Royal Shakespeare Company and Cadbury (In-House Design Studio).