Clarity that moves your business forward.
For clarity, direction and momentum during the pivotal transitions that shape your business - when complexity clouds the path ahead or a new level of growth demands a new level of focus.
I work with founders, CEOs and leadership teams who need to realign their growth strategy and harness their brand and marketing, to reach the next stage of growth with intention and impact.
I AM HERE TO HELP YOU
Clarify your growth strategy & know how to achieve it.
CEOs and COOs often come to me when earlier traction is slowing down, when they have a new vision or they've reach a point of complexity that they know is limiting the success of the business.
They know their brand & marketing need attention, but they don’t always understand what good looks like or it might just be that leadership or marketing capacity is bogged down with the business as usual.
That's where I come in. I'm board-level growth leader with 20 years' experience in designing and leading growth strategies, strengthening brands and optimising marketing performance.
I'll help you optimise your business as a growth engine to achieve your vision, by becoming an extension of your team, when you need me.
Need help getting on the right track?
Having worked as a permanent, interim and consultant CMO, I founded Distinct Position Ltd to free me up to work in a flexible and efficient way, to bring clarity and focus during the pivotal transitions and decisions that shape businesses.
This means I can work alongside your business and add value in a way that makes most sense for the goal, project or solution we’re working on.
Take the first step to clarity by sending me an email today. The next step is a conversation to explore where you are today and options for getting you where you want to be.
Every project starts with one simple goal:
To move your business forward
Pre-project or partnership
Clarity Audit™
For new clients or investors who need an objective perspective on limitations, opportunities and priorities for growth.
Post-project or partnership
Clarity Pulse™ or Clarity Compass™
A monthly or quarterly pause, reflect and refocus to ensure business, brand and marketing activity remain aligned. Or adhoc sessions when you need them.
Growth planning
Growth Roadmap™
Diagnose what’s working, what’s blocking growth and create a focused roadmap.
Growth projects
Growth Alignment™
Phased projects to align business, brand and marketing activity for sustainable growth.
New ventures
Brand Genesis™
Evaluate and shape a new business idea into a Brand Playbook ready for design or investment.
Repositioning
Brand Evolution™
Deep-dive to evolve or refresh your Brand Playbook, ready for the next chapter.
Sliding investment model based on the complexity of your business. Please email kate@distinctposition.co.uk for details.
Professional experience
A proven track record of unlocking growth in competitive B2B markets like professional services, financial services, SaaS and recruitment.
Testimonials
Kate was the driving force behind the biggest rebranding project in our companies history, leading a long and detailed yet effective process that culminated in a new brand and marketing playbook which we are all very proud of.
It was Kates experience and strategic expertise that made this possible whilst project-managing many different ideas, personalities and interests from each corner of the world, never compromising her own values - no mean feat. The legacy she has left with Cobalt is a strong and lasting one - thanks, Kate.
Marcus Davies Bateman
Managing Director
Kate is an inspirational leader who excels in strategic thinking and possesses formidable analytical skills.
During our time working together, I consistently witnessed Kate's ability to navigate complex challenges with a strategic mindset. Her knack for identifying opportunities and crafting effective marketing strategies set her apart.
One of Kate's most admirable qualities is her dedication to driving positive change within the business. Her inclusive approach fosters a sense of unity and cohesion within cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless execution and outstanding outcomes.
Hazel Hunt
Senior Global People Business Partner
Kate has always demonstrated a conscientious, intelligent, and very considered approach to marketing and communications.
Sincerity and dedication are watchwords I would associate with Kate - a reliable and effective asset, and with a great demeanour too, to have working with or for you.
Colin Paterson
Head of Marketing
I worked with Kate on a proposition strategy for a major brand within the Adecco Group portfolio.
She brought real insight and creativity to the project, as well as a client-focused and pragmatic mindset. A pleasure to work with.
Jon Waters
Business Development & Client Solutions Director
Kate is a friendly and enthusiastic team player with a real passion for strategic marketing, insight and development.
A truly positive and experienced professional.
Kim Smith
Business Operations Manager
Kate is an amazing strategic marketeer with real passion for what she does. She quickly develops genuine and strong relationships with the client, whilst understanding their needs & ambitions.
Kate gets under the skin consumer tension / problem and flexes marketing theory to meet the client & consumer need. Kate is always professional, focussed and willing to listen. She is emotional intelligence personified!
It was was an absolute pleasure to work with Kate on projects for brands like Tesco and I hope we get to work together again!
Michelle Soloman
Brand and Communications Consultant
