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Tom Spearman-BlackTS

Tom Spearman-Black

Marketing & Brand Consultant

€695/day
Brighton, GB
15+ years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Tom

With more than 25 years of experience in marketing for brands including Hackett, Belstaff, Ted Baker and Selfridges, I help businesses create and build brands, connect with consumers, and drive brand awareness and commercial growth,

My background spans brand marketing, creative direction, retail marketing, trade marketing, public relations and social media.

I combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution, ensuring that every campaign aligns with business objectives while creating meaningful customer experiences. From brand positioning and campaign development to retail activation and customer acquisition, I bring a comprehensive approach to marketing that balances creativity with performance.

What I can provide:

  • Brand Strategy & Positioning
  • Brand Development & Management
  • Creative Direction
  • Consumer/Retail Marketing
  • Public Relations
  • Social Media / Influencer
  • Integrated Marketing Campaigns
  • Customer Acquisition & Retention
  • Marketing Strategy & Planning
  • Product Launches
  • Content & Creative Development
  • Multi-Channel Marketing
  • Marketing Team Leadership
  • Agency Management
  • Market Research & Consumer Insights
  • Digital Marketing Strategy

What I can deliver:

  • Brand growth strategies that support business objectives
  • Customer-focused marketing campaigns that drive engagement
  • Creative leadership from concept through execution
  • Retail marketing that can increase traffic and sales
  • Clear communication and collaborative project management
  • Results-driven solutions

Why Work With Me?

I bring the perspective of a senior marketing leader with a proven track record of building brands, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering impactful marketing initiatives. Whether you need strategic guidance, campaign leadership, brand development, or marketing consulting, I provide practical, actionable solutions.
  • English

    Native or bilingual

Can work on-site
Brighton (up to 50km)

Experience

  • AUTHENTIC BRANDS GROUP
    DIRECTOR OF MARKETING, LIFESTYLE, EMEAI
    September 2024 - December 2025 (1 year and 3 months)
    Strategic planning and execution, long-term brand development, and support for licensing partners to enhance consumer engagement and commercial success.

    Global Marketing lead for Ted Baker, Hunter, Judith Leiber, Vince, Barneys New York and Hervé Leger
    Brand Strategy Creative Social media Partnerships
  • TED BAKER
    MARKETING DIRECTOR
    June 2023 - August 2024 (1 year and 2 months)
    Executive Team member responsible for leading the global marketing strategy and creative plus PR, social, influencer, retail and data & insight across all territories. Creating global relevance for the brand and increasing sentiment and awareness whilst driving sales across retail, e-commerce and wholesale
    Brand Strategy Creative Brand content Social media Copywriting
  • TED BAKER
    HEAD OF BRAND MARKETING
    November 2021 - June 2023 (1 year and 7 months)
    Developed the global brand marketing strategy and delivered across all communications channels. Led end to end management of all brand campaigns whilst managing creative and comms teams to deliver 360 marketing activity.
    Brand Strategy Creative, Content and Tone of Voice Brand content

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Education

  • BA(HONS) Fashion Promotion & Illustration
    SURREY INSTITUTE OF ART & DESIGN
    2000
    BA(HONS)

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