I am an award-winning communications and omni-channel global brand and marketing leader and entrepreneur with a strong background in strategic communications, community building, branding, marketing, PR, visual and graphic design, art, and illustration across retail, luxury, travel, tech and sustainability markets. Recognised as a leader in digital transformation, community engagement, and empowerment, I focus on building strong communities and driving economic development through innovative technology and AI-driven campaigns. Over the years, I have founded and scaled successful agencies, collaborating with government, non-profits, startups, and businesses of all sizes. I bring extensive experience in creative direction, campaign management, stakeholder engagement, and media strategy. My work has been acknowledged with multiple awards and extensive media coverage, reflecting my commitment to empowering local communities and supporting business resilience and growth.

Kathy Kyle

I am an award-winning communications and omni-channel global brand and marketing leader and entrepreneur with a strong background in strategic communications, community building, branding, marketing, PR, visual and graphic design, art, and illustration across retail, luxury, travel, tech and sustainability markets. Recognised as a leader in digital transformation, community engagement, and empowerment, I focus on building strong communities and driving economic development through innovative technology and AI-driven campaigns. Over the years, I have founded and scaled successful agencies, collaborating with government, non-profits, startups, and businesses of all sizes. I bring extensive experience in creative direction, campaign management, stakeholder engagement, and media strategy. My work has been acknowledged with multiple awards and extensive media coverage, reflecting my commitment to empowering local communities and supporting business resilience and growth.

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I am an award-winning communications and omni-channel global brand and marketing leader and entrepreneur with a strong background in strategic communications, community building, branding, marketing, PR, visual and graphic design, art, and illustration across retail, luxury, travel, tech and sustainability markets. Recognised as a leader in digital transformation, community engagement, and empowerment, I focus on building strong communities and driving economic development through innovative technology and AI-driven campaigns.

Over the years, I have founded and scaled successful agencies, collaborating with government, non-profits, startups, and businesses of all sizes. I bring extensive experience in creative direction, campaign management, stakeholder engagement, and media strategy. My work has been acknowledged with multiple awards and extensive media coverage, reflecting my commitment to empowering local communities and supporting business resilience and growth.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Founder and Director at DigiKind Ltd
November 1, 2020 - Present
Founded a multi-award-winning digital and creative communications agency empowering local communities, small businesses, non-profits, and local government through digital transformation, creative campaigns, placemaking, and business support. Responsible for company launch, scale-up, creative direction, branding, identity, business development, marketing, winning high-value contracts, partnership building, digital transformation implementation, grant management, project and event management, mentoring, stakeholder engagement, and AI-driven communication campaigns. Clients include local councils, business improvement districts, and educational tech companies. Achievements include multiple community business awards, extensive media coverage, significant footfall increases, and training over 600 businesses in digital innovation and resilience.
Co-Founder and Partner at Amplia Group
June 1, 2015 - Present
Co-founded an award-winning global PR and communications agency, responsible for launch, business development, marketing, creative direction, branding, client relationship management, PR, recruitment, sales, and delivery management. Delivered marketing strategies, branding assets, and sustainability and safety campaign support securing over £250,000 in government funding. Achieved wide media coverage and industry recognition including Agency of the Year (2019) and Campaign Live shortlist.
Communications Consultant (Freelance) at Self-Employed
June 1, 2015 - September 3, 2025
Provided strategic business development, digital communications, marketing, graphic design, and web development services upon permanent emigration to the UK. Clients included Granicus/GovDelivery (Europe and US) and Clinton Global Initiative’s electric school bus launch. Pro bono for Royal Academy of Dance, Rotary International, and Special Olympics Surrey.
Director of Communications at Administrative Conference of the United States (ACUS)
March 1, 2012 - September 3, 2025
One of the founding employees tasked with launching the independent federal agency. Created agency identity, brand platform, communications strategy, and digital presence. Managed print and digital communications and stakeholder engagement. Responsibilities included press liaison with Congress, White House, regulatory agencies, SCOTUS, academia, and media resulting in successful legislation passage and increased brand awareness.
Director of Marketing & Communications at National Strategies Inc. (NSI)
July 1, 2010 - September 3, 2025
Led marketing and communications with a $1M budget for NSI, managing brand development, creative direction, and market expansion for VC-backed companies and NSI offices nationally. Managed contractors, staff mentoring, and interdisciplinary teams. Delivered market research, competitive analysis, and government contract engagement strategies.
Director of Marketing & Communications at Capgemini NA Public Sector / Capgemini Government Solutions (CGGS)
April 1, 2009 - September 3, 2025
Led communication strategies, creative direction, branding, and PR for US public sector IT consultancy. Developed and executed CGGS’s communication practice, go-to-market, and marketing plans. Managed high-value contract sales and delivery teams and a $1M budget. Organized management change conferences in 2008 and 2009.
Founder and Director at DigiKind Ltd
November 1, 2020 - Present
Founder of a multi-award winning digital and creative communications agency focused on empowering local communities, small businesses, non-profits and local government agencies through digital transformation, creative campaigns, placemaking, and business support. Responsible for company launch and scale-up including creative direction, branding, identity, business development, marketing, grant management, partnership building, stakeholder engagement, and delivering omnichannel communication campaigns. Clients include government entities, non-profits and businesses. Achieved multiple awards and significant media presence while training and supporting hundreds of businesses and engaging thousands of citizens using AI technology.
Co-Founder and Partner at Amplia Group
June 1, 2015 - Present
Co-founder of an award-winning global PR and communications agency. Responsibilities include agency launch, business development, creative direction, strategic relationship management, communications, design, media relations, PR, recruitment, sales, and program management. Delivered branding, marketing materials, advocacy, and media coverage for clients in sustainability and safety. Recognised as Agency of the Year and shortlisted for multiple prestigious awards with successful media placements including NPR.
Communications Consultant (Freelance)
June 1, 2015 - September 3, 2025
Provided strategic business development, digital communications, marketing, graphic design, and web design/development services to clients in Europe and the US including Granicus/GovDelivery and Clinton Global Initiative. Delivered pro bono work for arts and community organizations.
Director of Communications at Administrative Conference of the United States (ACUS)
March 1, 2012 - September 3, 2025
One of the founding employees at ACUS, an independent federal agency serving as a nonpartisan government consultancy. Responsible for launching the agency from strategic, operational, IT and communications perspectives including brand identity, communications strategy, and web presence. Developed print and digital communications directing stakeholder engagement. Efforts contributed to legislation passage, earned national media coverage, and increased agency brand awareness. Engaged with senior US government officials and media regularly.
Director of Marketing & Communications at National Strategies (NSI)
July 1, 2010 - September 3, 2025
Led marketing and communications for a business providing market research and competitive analysis including managing a $1M budget. Directed creative direction, branding and design for VC-backed companies and national expansion of NSI offices. Managed contractors, mentored staff and led cross-functional teams to implement marketing and public relations launches.
Director of Marketing & Communications at Capgemini North America Public Sector / Capgemini Government Solutions (CGGS)
April 1, 2009 - September 3, 2025
Led communications strategies, creative direction, branding, corporate communications and PR for multiple US government IT consultancy engagements. Developed go-to-market strategies and PR plans, managed $1M budget, sales and delivery teams on high value contracts. Successfully closed $25M in sales within one month in healthcare. Served initially as senior consultant and program manager before transitioning to director role.

Education

Applied Sociology (Stats/Methods) at San Diego State University
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2004
Applied Sociology (Stats/Methods) at San Diego State University
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2004

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Industry Experience

Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services