The Growth Kind:
a community of growth leaders
A community for inspiration and growth
At the heart of GrowthKind sits a community of the greatest, most innovative marketing and growth leaders in the UK: The Growth Kind. It’s a platform for exceptional people to network, collaborate and learn from one another.
Why join?
The Growth Kind contains a tight community of the top leaders in the UK, from VC and PE funded unicorns, to listed multinationals. The group regularly meet face-to-face to learn from guest speakers and one another, which acts as a platform for continuous learning and partnership.
Testimonials
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"Rowan’s focus on kindness and building genuine relationships is what sets him apart. He’s deeply invested in the senior marketing and growth ecosystem - his dedication to giving back to the community is unparalleled. He’s known as the kindest man in recruitment with good reason. A top headhunter and a great guy."
Mark Evans - Trustee at Cancer Research UK, Honorary Fellow of the Marketing Society and former CMO at Direct Line Group
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"Rowan's dedication to building a strong community of marketing and digital leadership is truly commendable. His proactive approach and genuine interest in people's success make him stand out. He is a reliable and insightful partner, and I highly recommend his services to anyone seeking top-level talent."
Rebecca Hirst - CMO at EY UK, Marketing Director at Samsung and Coca-Cola
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"Rowan operates with high integrity and generosity, and is extremely well-connected. I see him as a trusted partner for my career and any talent challenges my teams face. And I know many of my peers feel the same way."
Gareth Helm - CMO at McDonalds, Zoopla and Homeserve
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“Rowan's approach is refreshingly human — he genuinely cares, setting him apart from his peers. When it comes to key leadership hires, GrowthKind is the partner you want by your side.”
Celia Pronto - Founder at SheCapital, NED at Moto Hospitality and Samworth Brothers, Former MD at Love Home Swap
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“Rowan is a highly skilled headhunter with a strong network of growth leaders. His deep market insight and commitment to the community set him apart. He’s my go-to for support, and I’d confidently recommend him.”
Nick Tran - Former CMO at TikTok and Farfetch
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"Working with Rowan has been a consistently positive experience. His commitment to kindness and transparency stands him out from the crowd. He provides insightful advice and guidance, making him a trusted advisor for both candidates and clients alike - and his network is second to none."
Susan McKay - International CMO at Dun and Bradstreet, TMF Group, Wolters Kluwer
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"I’ve worked with Rowan for over 10 years. He doesn’t just find great people; he finds leaders who drive real growth. He’s always been my first port of call as a sounding board for my team or my own career – I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him."
Barney Harrison - CCO at PureGym, Away Resorts, The Gym Group, Sky
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"I’ve partnered with Rowan as both a candidate and client, and I’ve always been blown away by his transparency, thoroughness and genuine care. He takes the time to understand people and organisations inside out, As a result, his processes are best-in-class, every time."
Nick Lisher - CGO at Depop, Flo Health and Nextdoor
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"Rowan's approach to executive search is truly refreshing. He goes beyond simply filling a role; he cultivates genuine connections and ensures a perfect alignment between candidate and company culture. His dedication to fostering long-term relationships is evident in every interaction. I consider him an invaluable asset."
Stephen Taylor - CMO at Cote, Pizza Express, Samsung, PayPal and Nokia
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"Rowan has a sharp instinct for the nuances of top growth talent and connecting them with opportunities that align on both skills and values. He delivers a personalised, supportive and professional experience. Absolutely someone you want in your corner."
Ben Aronsten - EMEA CMO at Shopify
Join the community
Entrance to The Growth Kind can be gained two ways:
All board level appointments are automatically entered in to the community.
Interested parties can be referred by an existing member.
However, if you’d like to learn more, don’t hesitate to get in touch.