Katie AddlestoneMarketing, Growth and Culture Manager

About ¶

Katie joined Harwood & Co in 2024, bringing with her 10 years' of marketing experience, both in house and agency side.

She has worked across an array of sectors, including veterinary, independent education, FMCG, fashion and health and fitness. Her previous roles saw her work with global and national brands such as Royal Canin, Carlsberg and The Happy Egg Company.

At Harwood & Co, Katie is responsible for creating and executing the firm’s marketing strategy, identifying new opportunities for growth, as well as ensuring that the company culture and values are cultivated and maintained. She also keeps our social calendar busy by organising our internal, client and fundraising events, the latter of which help support our chosen charity.

Katie is passionate about travel and exploring other cultures, and has visited over 50 countries. She is an avid reader and runs regularly, including taking part in the 2024 Rob Burrow Leeds Half Marathon. Katie volunteers once a week with the Refugee Council.

Key Achievements ¶

Led the project to create and launch a new website for the firm.
Implemented our internal newsletter "Harwood Hearsay."
Created a CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) committee, responsible for running fundraising initiatives for our chosen charity.

What our clients say

"I have used Harwood & Co for debt recovery and more complex litigation for over 15 years. They are professional and very effective. I have and will continue to recommend them to my clients when the situation arises and would highly endorse their services."

David Wilson, Wilson & Co

What our clients say

"Redwood Collections have worked with Harwood & Co for over 15 years. Throughout this time, they have consistently delivered an unparalleled level of service and success in debt and litigation matters. We have complete trust that any client who chooses to engage with Harwood & Co will be looked after with professionalism and integrity, and can expect the best possible outcome. We would not hesitate to recommend their services."

Stuart North, Redwood Collections

What our clients say

"I was recommended Harwood & Co and that recommendation was truly deserved. I found them to be very helpful, professional and prompt in all actions we requested of them. I found the fees to be reasonable and were always disclosed up front.”

Matt Evans, Doncaster Rovers Ltd

What our clients say

"I mostly deal with Joe, Gareth & Carol. They are all friendly and approachable and I feel I can always pick up the phone if I need some advice, they’re very generous with their time. They seem to “get” our business and will always guide me through the various options with the pros and cons for each. They are also always willing to speak with our directors should the need arise, sometimes I ﬁnd directors will take on board advice directly from Gareth or Joe than via me."

Denise Martin, Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward

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