Iya!

Does marketing feel like solving a Rubik’s Cube… blindfolded?

After over a decade in marketing, working with everyone from local startups to global brands, I noticed something that didn’t sit right. Too many business owners felt overwhelmed by marketing decisions – trapped between expensive agencies and confusing DIY solutions.

What really opened my eyes was seeing how many talented business owners were struggling with disconnected marketing tactics, limited resources, and conflicting advice. These weren’t just statistics – they were real people trying to grow businesses they’d poured their hearts into.

That’s why I created Gather Round Studio. I wanted to build something different: a place where small business owners could get clear, practical marketing support that actually fits their business. Clear guidance, practical strategies, and respect for your budget.

I believe marketing works best when business owners feel confident making their own informed decisions. That’s the difference between temporary fixes and lasting success.

Emily

We're on each other's team

Great marketing comes from understanding different viewpoints – that’s the magic behind Gather Round Studio. 

You bring the expertise and knowledge of your business and your offering and we bring the marketing strategy and logical support.

We’re a perfect balance of strategic and nurturing – two different approaches that combine to give you comprehensive support. 

Marketing should work for you, not the other way round. We’ve experienced the frustration of seeing brilliant businesses being held back by overcomplicated marketing advice. That’s why we’re passionate about making marketing feel more accessible and, dare we say, enjoyable.

Codes to live by

Deep insight, clear action

We combine analytical thinking with real-world experience to identify what’s worth your time, delivering practical marketing advice that actually works for your business.

Curious by nature

We’re constantly learning and testing so you don’t have to. Our commitment to staying ahead means you get reliable marketing guidance that .

Build to last

Quick fixes don’t create sustainable success. While we apply this to our own business, we also focus on teaching you marketing principles and practices that will serve your business for years to come.

Strength in numbers

Small business owners thrive when we support each other. That’s why we actively build connections, share knowledge, and celebrate collective wins – because marketing challenges are better tackled together.

Trust and transparency

We lead with honesty in every conversation and in every decision. It’s not just about being transparent with clients – it’s about building a business we’re genuinely proud of.

Made to measure

Adaptability sits at our core. From how we structure our services to how we share knowledge, every business decision starts with understanding and embracing different ways of working.

The Official Bits

15 years in Marketing for a range of industries and business sizes

Award-winning marketing research

Leadership accreditation from the East Mids Chamber of Commerce

CIM Professional Marketing Qualification

First-Class Marketing Degree