I am a versatile Marketing Manager with over 15 years of experience in shaping and growing brands across both B2B and B2C sectors. My current focus is on bespoke, design-led brands, where I lead marketing for Inglis Hall, a maker-led architectural interiors business specializing in contemporary kitchens. I excel in translating craft, materiality, and process into brand narratives that resonate with design-literate audiences, balancing creativity and commercial ambition.

Laura Francis

I am a versatile Marketing Manager with over 15 years of experience in shaping and growing brands across both B2B and B2C sectors. My current focus is on bespoke, design-led brands, where I lead marketing for Inglis Hall, a maker-led architectural interiors business specializing in contemporary kitchens. I excel in translating craft, materiality, and process into brand narratives that resonate with design-literate audiences, balancing creativity and commercial ambition.

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I am a versatile Marketing Manager with over 15 years of experience in shaping and growing brands across both B2B and B2C sectors. My current focus is on bespoke, design-led brands, where I lead marketing for Inglis Hall, a maker-led architectural interiors business specializing in contemporary kitchens. I excel in translating craft, materiality, and process into brand narratives that resonate with design-literate audiences, balancing creativity and commercial ambition.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Growth Marketing Manager at Inglis Hall
March 1, 2024 - Present
I manage marketing across brand, content, digital and communications for Inglis Hall, ensuring the brand is understood as a maker-led architectural interiors business. I lead PR, digital channels, and launch new products while collaborating closely with founders.
Brand and Marketing Non Exec Consultant at Kellie Miller Arts Gallery
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Consulting on the overall brand and marketing approach for a mature art gallery, focusing on positioning, messaging, and digital communications to engage relevant audiences.
Marketing Director at 10X Banking
November 1, 2022 - February 1, 2024
Led the marketing function for a core banking technology platform, developing brand and go-to-market strategies that resulted in successful launches in multiple countries.
Head of Marketing at Deeper Insights
November 1, 2021 - November 1, 2022
Led a brand and marketing transformation program for an AI technology start-up, resulting in recognition as a top consultancy firm.
Head of Marketing and Brand at Form3
March 1, 2019 - November 1, 2021
Built the brand and marketing function from scratch for a fintech company, supporting significant business growth.
Group Marketing Director at Aquila Heywood
February 1, 2016 - February 1, 2019
Transformed a mature brand into a modern business, ultimately leading to its acquisition by Equiniti.
Senior Manager, Global Product Marketing at Elekta Ltd
March 1, 2009 - February 1, 2016
Led global product marketing for oncology software, launching it in several countries.
Various Post Grad Marketing Roles at PWC and IBM UK
February 1, 2009 - February 1, 2009
Worked in various marketing roles after graduation.

Education

BA Honours Business Studies at Northampton
September 10, 1998 - April 10, 2000
Marketing

Qualifications

CIM Strategic Marketing
January 1, 2013 - February 12, 2026
CIM Advanced Diploma in Marketing
January 1, 2007 - February 12, 2026
BA Honours Degree, Business Studies
January 1, 2000 - February 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Professional Services, Financial Services, Retail, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Software & Internet
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