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Steven
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Chief Marketing Officer

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Hi! My name is Steven,
I’m a Chief Marketing Officer based in Manchester, UK.

An experienced marketing leader with over 25 years in brand, digital, and growth marketing roles across tech, media, and education. Comfortable balancing strategy and hands-on delivery, with a focus on launching new products, building teams, and driving measurable results. Recently focused on launching AI and data products, building B2B consultancy brands, and supporting revenue diversification in high-growth tech environments.

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CV Download
Mini MBA Brand Management
FPL Draft App

Latest blog posts

One Day a Week CMO for Hire

I’m opening up some time for fractional consultancy – typically one day a week – to support growing businesses that need senior marketing thinking, but don’t need (or can’t justify).. Read more

Why We Can’t Let AI Skip a Generation

We’re all talking about how AI is going to change everything, and it probably will. But in the rush to automate, accelerate and outsource, we risk something bigger. Leaving behind.. Read more

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