Author: Gary
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Unifying global action with high-quality content
The WeProtect Global Alliance aligns 280+ members to fight online child abuse. I edited their first ever Global Threat Assessment, a crucial document in building international understanding of the issues and how to address them.
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Improving conversion through user experience
I improved 130 websites’ user experiences for Domestic & General, yielding significant conversion rate increases. Over 18 months, I studied user journeys, adapted content and visuals based on real user feedback, and gained stakeholder buy-in. The result: even the lowest-performing site saw a conversion leap from 0.3% to 4.8%.
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Attracting clients in a crowded market
I co-led strategic SEO efforts at Russell Reynolds Associates, working with an agency to understand technical improvements, using SEMRush for content strategy, and supporting internal teams in SEO practices. The outcome was a prioritized plan for technical fixes, improved content creation, and adaptation of key website pages. This led to a 20% increase in search…
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Inspiring consumers
Carphone Warehouse entrusted me to write a weekly column in The Metro, focusing on consumer technology’s future. Despite being sponsored, the content had to meet The Metro’s editorial standards. It was a challenging task that required extensive research. The column’s success led The Metro to continue it even after the sponsorship ended.
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Building relationships
I implemented a successful email campaign strategy at Russell Reynolds Associates, doubling industry benchmarks for engaging business leaders. By analysing customer data and collaborating with stakeholders, I targeted distinct user segments, resulting in high open and click-through rates.
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Guiding senior business leaders
While at PA Consulting, I spearheaded the development of a pioneering quantum technology advisory proposition. Through effective marketing, including a PDF guide and SEO-focused blog, we acquired 84 leads in the first 30 days. This content became PA’s most-visited, leading to significant sales and the establishment of a comprehensive quantum technology offering.
