Kirsty is a marketing leader with a focus on mission-driven organizations, currently serving as Head of Marketing at the non-profit Ark Curriculum Plus. Her experience spans marketing campaigns and communications in the education sector at Teach First and in public service at Transport for London. She holds an MA from The University of Edinburgh.
Her career began in the media and entertainment industry, with roles at BBC Studios and Maverick Television. This background is complemented by her interest in major media companies like WarnerMedia and Sony Pictures Entertainment, suggesting a passion for creative communications and large-scale media production.
She has unique experience managing customer marketing initiatives focused on driving behavior change from her time at Transport for London.
Kirsty McLaughlan
Head of Marketing at Ark Curriculum Plus
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Overview
Topics They Care About
Educational Marketing
Leads marketing for a non-profit curriculum provider and previously at Teach First, with a stated mission of helping every child fulfil their potential.
Social Impact
Her career choices, including her current role at a not-for-profit and past position at Teach First, demonstrate a strong commitment to mission-driven work.
Team Leadership
Frequently posts about hiring for her "small, busy team, " emphasizing finding passionate people and nurturing talent within her department.
Media Appearances
Kirsty has no verified media appearances
Work History
2-2025
Head of Marketing at Ark Curriculum Plus
1-2022 - 2-2025
Head of Marketing Campaigns at Teach First
4-2018 - 1-2022
Customer Marketing and Behaviour Change Manager at Transport for London
4-2016 - 4-2018
Marketing Manager at BBC Studios
9-2014 - 3-2016
Business Development and Marketing Manager, Maverick Digital at Maverick Television
Education
2015 - 2015
Education details unavailable from Squared Online
MA (Hons) from The University of Edinburgh
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Location : Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Head of Marketing at Ark Curriculum Plus
