About me

I began my career in music publicity (well I began by babysitting but...) before leading marketing campaigns for prominent brands, and then serving as Head of Communications and Head of Culture Marketing at Red Bull. Since 2020, I've been a trusted advisor and project consultant, partnering with startups, established brands, and creative agencies to transform their operations and strategic approaches. When you need to solve the problem, set the strategy, reinvent the process, win the client, develop the team or grow the business…you need critical thinking. A new perspective, grounded in purpose and potential, will generate new possibilities and lead to progress.

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Projects credited in

• Red Bull Music FestivalRed Bull Music Festival London assembled 100+ artists over 16 events across four weeks of activity, covering live gigs, concept shows, club nights and talks.

Work history

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Founder & Principal AdvisorThe Elevator
Mar 2024London, United Kingdom
Whether a startup setting their foundation, an SME scaling up, or a large enterprise exploring new ventures, The Elevator enhances strategic thinking and operational effectiveness. We provide senior-level advisory and project partnership on-demand, helping businesses navigate the complexities of growth and brand building without the commitment of full-time executive salaries. Benefits of partnering with The Elevator: - Access to senior-level expertise on-demand - Strengthened leadership teams - Enhanced strategic direction and confidence - Improved operational capabilities - Increased revenue and brand reputation - Meticulous attention to detail - Fresh perspectives and innovative solutions
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Advisor & Project ConsultantClaire Ruddock Consultancy
Feb 2021 - Mar 2024London, United KingdomFreelance
Advising and project work whilst also studying for an MA. Focused on startups, brands, and creative agencies invested in positive cultural change. Supported business planning, brand development, marketing strategy, business operations, project management, and internal culture. Clients included Culture3, Forward Slash, Lazy Oaf, Spotify, The Malachite Group, The Stack, Virtuoso, Warm Street, and more.

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Skills

• Marketing Strategy
• Communications
• Brand Strategy
• Music Marketing
• Storytelling
• Diversity
• Social Inclusion
• Leadership
• Cultural Context
• Consumer Culture

Education

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BA (Hons) Media & Cultural Studies (grade 2:1)Solent University (The Institute)
Sep 1997 - Jun 2000Southampton, United Kingdom