I’m a senior marketing strategist with over eight years’ experience across FMCG startups and the purpose-driven sustainability sector. I specialise in shaping overarching brand and marketing strategies and delivering them through integrated, 360° campaigns spanning digital and social, partnerships, out-of-home, PR, influencer strategy and retail activation. Most recently, I was Senior Partner Marketing Manager at the Fairtrade Foundation, where I worked closely with major UK retailers including Sainsbury’s, Aldi and Lidl to deliver joint, integrated marketing strategies that balanced commercial objectives with ethical storytelling. Alongside this, I’ve worked with early-stage FMCG brands to bring propositions to life from the ground up, owning full marketing strategies and execution in fast-paced, ever-changing environments. I take a highly hands-on, pragmatic approach that allows me to add value quickly, driving growth by rapidly understanding brands, identifying opportunities and translating strategy into action. This is supported by a Diploma in Digital Marketing from the Digital Marketing Institute. My background in FMCG and ethical trade has shaped my approach to marketing, using storytelling to connect emotionally, inspire action and deliver meaningful commercial impact.

Katherine Wood

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I’m a senior marketing strategist with over eight years’ experience across FMCG startups and the purpose-driven sustainability sector. I specialise in shaping overarching brand and marketing strategies and delivering them through integrated, 360° campaigns spanning digital and social, partnerships, out-of-home, PR, influencer strategy and retail activation. Most recently, I was Senior Partner Marketing Manager at the Fairtrade Foundation, where I worked closely with major UK retailers including Sainsbury’s, Aldi and Lidl to deliver joint, integrated marketing strategies that balanced commercial objectives with ethical storytelling. Alongside this, I’ve worked with early-stage FMCG brands to bring propositions to life from the ground up, owning full marketing strategies and execution in fast-paced, ever-changing environments. I take a highly hands-on, pragmatic approach that allows me to add value quickly, driving growth by rapidly understanding brands, identifying opportunities and translating strategy into action. This is supported by a Diploma in Digital Marketing from the Digital Marketing Institute. My background in FMCG and ethical trade has shaped my approach to marketing, using storytelling to connect emotionally, inspire action and deliver meaningful commercial impact.

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I’m a senior marketing strategist with over eight years’ experience across FMCG startups and the purpose-driven sustainability sector. I specialise in shaping overarching brand and marketing strategies and delivering them through integrated, 360° campaigns spanning digital and social, partnerships, out-of-home, PR, influencer strategy and retail activation.

Most recently, I was Senior Partner Marketing Manager at the Fairtrade Foundation, where I worked closely with major UK retailers including Sainsbury’s, Aldi and Lidl to deliver joint, integrated marketing strategies that balanced commercial objectives with ethical storytelling. Alongside this, I’ve worked with early-stage FMCG brands to bring propositions to life from the ground up, owning full marketing strategies and execution in fast-paced, ever-changing environments.

I take a highly hands-on, pragmatic approach that allows me to add value quickly, driving growth by rapidly understanding brands, identifying opportunities and translating strategy into action. This is supported by a Diploma in Digital Marketing from the Digital Marketing Institute. My background in FMCG and ethical trade has shaped my approach to marketing, using storytelling to connect emotionally, inspire action and deliver meaningful commercial impact.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Partner Marketing Manager at The Fairtrade Foundation
February 1, 2023 - November 28, 2025
Responsible for developing and executing joint marketing strategies with major UK retailers. Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure campaign compliance, creative consistency and impactful storytelling around Fairtrade’s mission. Provided category insights to support new business development and strengthen retailer partnerships within the grocery channel. Led The Fairtrade Foundation’s national flagship campaign, Fairtrade Fortnight 2024, delivering a 40% sales uplift across featured categories through integrated B2B and B2C activity.
Senior Marketing Manager at Re:Nourish
February 28, 2023 - February 28, 2023
Defined, implemented and managed the marketing and communications strategy end-to-end. Defined and managed the full marketing budget. Oversaw trade marketing strategy for major retailers (Sainsbury’s, Ocado, Waitrose, Co-op) and led international launches in Germany and Australia.
Marketing Manager at Babease
September 30, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Led end-to-end marketing strategy and execution across multiple channels. Managed budgets and campaigns across paid, social and digital channels. Led consumer insights projects, focus groups, and surveys to inform marketing strategies. Managed trade marketing for Ocado, Waitrose, and Tesco; launched subscription and loyalty programmes and supported product innovation projects.
Field Marketing Executive at Mavericks Snacks
August 31, 2019 - August 31, 2019
Coordinated sampling events, pop-ups, and partnerships to drive brand engagement. Managed field marketing agencies and liaised with brand and social teams for content and activation.
Marketing and Communications Manager at Gato & Co
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Developed and managed the marketing calendar, social strategy, and paid campaigns. Managed the influencer and ambassador strategy and liaised with external agencies.
Senior Marketing Manager at Re:Nourish
September 1, 2022 - February 28, 2023
Defined, implemented and managed the marketing and communications strategy, including full budget ownership. Directed trade marketing with major retailers and led international market launches in Germany and Australia.
Marketing Manager at Babease
October 1, 2019 - September 30, 2022
Led end-to-end marketing strategy and execution across paid, social and digital channels. Directed consumer insights projects, managed trade marketing with Ocado, Waitrose, and Tesco, and launched subscription and loyalty programmes while supporting product innovations.
Marketing and Communications Manager at Gato & Co
November 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Developed and managed the marketing calendar, social strategy, and paid campaigns. Managed influencer and ambassador programs and liaised with external agencies to execute campaigns.

Education

Diploma in Digital Marketing at Digital Marketing Institute
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
BA (Hons) History and Archaeology at Newcastle University
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
A Levels at Emanuel School
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2013
GCSEs at Sacred Heart High School
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2011
Diploma in Digital Marketing at Digital Marketing Institute
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
BA (Hons) History and Archaeology at Newcastle University
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
A Levels at Emanuel School
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
GCSEs at Sacred Heart High School
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011
Diploma in Digital Marketing at Digital Marketing Institute
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
BA (Hons) History and Archaeology at Newcastle University
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
A Levels at Emanuel School
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
GCSEs at Sacred Heart High School
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011
Diploma in Digital Marketing at Digital Marketing Institute
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
BA (Hons) History and Archaeology at Newcastle University
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
A Levels at Emanuel School
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
GCSEs at Sacred Heart High School
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011

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Industry Experience

Retail, Consumer Goods, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment