Kathryn Ellis

A working-class, first-generation graduate, Kathryn has spent 20 years building a career in advertising while championing opportunities for others. Her research into gender inequality in creative departments has supported inclusive talent initiatives, while she has spent a decade educating and mentoring students on diversity. She founded Margot, a female-first consultancy and community within McCann Worldgroup, and was shortlisted for the 2024 IPA iList. Kathryn is currently completing a PhD exploring how diversity influences creativity in advertising alongside leading strategy for major UK brands as part of Audience Collective.