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Kate Hardcastle | PepTalk Expert Speaker
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Kate Hardcastle

Drive sustainable consumer engagement and long-term business growth with Kate Hardcastle MBE, speaker, and global leader in consumer engagement.
Kate Hardcastle | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Customer Experience
Marketing
Artificial Intelligence
Kate Hardcastle
Drive sustainable consumer engagement and long-term business growth with Kate Hardcastle MBE, speaker, and global leader in consumer engagement.
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Kate's unique insight into the retail landscape was timely and on target to help our community understand the challenges ahead. Kate's presentation and speaking style are both very natural and professional and she combined personal anecdotes, practical concepts, tools and advice with sage advice that was interesting, insightful and relevant. | Director | Seiko | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-037aa1c3dfd274f903a3f8a448b02059-rdetvdyj.png
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About Kate Hardcastle

Founder of 'Buy Smarter, Buy Greener' movement
Trusted consumer expert on BBC, ITV, and Channel 4
MBE recipient for contributions to business and entrepreneurship
Global go-to consumer specialist and speaker Kate Hardcastle is a multi-award-winning international business consultant, broadcaster & author. She works with some of the world’s biggest brands, including Disney, Marks & Spencer & EVRI, to reimagine customer engagement.

A highly respected media business presenter & reporter, she has created & featured in documentaries and prime-time TV and radio shows. With a career as a business advisor to top brands, Kate has developed transformative strategies that improve profit, process, brand longevity, and social responsibility. She is the founder of the sustainability campaign Buy Smarter, Buy Greener.

Kate, an in-demand keynote speaker, regularly delivers insights on consumer behaviour and business innovation. She was awarded an MBE by Her Majesty The Queen for services to business & entrepreneurship. She also hosts The Rock N Roll Business Podcast, sharing success stories with actionable lessons. Her first book The Science of Shopping is out this year.

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Email kate.hardcastle@getapeptalk.com, and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.

Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to Kate Hardcastle directly.

What topics does Kate Hardcastle specialise in?  

Kate Hardcastle specialises in talking about consumer engagement, sustainability, strategic insights and more.

What is Kate Hardcastle's speaking style like?  

Kate Hardcastle energises audiences with her insightful and engaging delivery. Her presentations blend personal anecdotes with practical advice, making complex topics accessible and relevant to diverse sectors. __

Does Kate Hardcastle offer virtual speaking engagements?  

Yes, Kate Hardcastle offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

Why Should You Book Kate Hardcastle?

Unlock unparalleled consumer insights with Kate Hardcastle MBE, the original voice of the consumer. As a trusted advisor to global brands like Disney and American Express, Kate's expertise in consumer engagement and sustainability drives growth and innovation. Book Kate now to transform your business strategies and address today's challenges directly.
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Kate's unique insight into the retail landscape was timely and on target to help our community understand the challenges ahead. Kate's presentation and speaking style are both very natural and professional and she combined personal anecdotes, practical concepts, tools and advice with sage advice that was interesting, insightful and relevant. | Director | Seiko | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-037aa1c3dfd274f903a3f8a448b02059-rdetvdyj.png
Working with Kate Hardcastle for our first London event was an incredible experience. What truly stood out was her ability to speak with such depth and clarity about retail and consumer trends. Her absolute passion for the subject shone through in every word, making the discussion both insightful and inspiring. Kate’s expertise and genuine enthusiasm carried across throughout the entire session, captivating both the audience and the panel. Beyond her knowledge, she was approachable, professional, and an absolute pleasure to collaborate with. We couldn’t have asked for a better expert to join our panel and are already looking forward to working with her again! | | X-Hoppers | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-815c41997268af09af96f2dc41dc4c21-hfrrqtg6.png
Kate’s dynamism when hosting our events has helped engage the Fragrance Foundation in a new way to its members, her knowledge, passion and expertise has helped to elevate our offering. | Linda Key Jackson – CEO Fragrance Foundation UK | Fragrance Foundation UK | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-f195e8f26c8b29a3e5612a6bdccc0f4b-5enkuzp2.png
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Jeff Wagner, Head of Content
Kate Hardcastle has supported Financial Times conferences as a panellist, host, and interviewer. She is a skilful moderator and speaker who livens-up the drier topics and invariably contributes a fresh take on the critical issues facing the retail industry. | Jeff Wagner, Head of Content | |
Kate's unique insight into the retail landscape was timely and on target to help our community understand the challenges ahead. Kate's presentation and speaking style are both very natural and professional and she combined personal anecdotes, practical concepts, tools and advice with sage advice that was interesting, insightful and relevant. | Director | Seiko | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-037aa1c3dfd274f903a3f8a448b02059-rdetvdyj.png
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We have many emails from delegates, staff and local businesses, telling us that they really enjoyed listening to Kate and found her inspiring. She helped us put on a fabulous Conference | | Advantage Travel | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-26f57f37a88148c1e3d17a503a2399ee-pppivvqg.png
Kate's unique insight into the retail landscape was timely and on target to help our community understand the challenges ahead. Kate's presentation and speaking style are both very natural and professional and she combined personal anecdotes, practical concepts, tools and advice with sage advice that was interesting, insightful and relevant. | Director | Seiko | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-037aa1c3dfd274f903a3f8a448b02059-rdetvdyj.png
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