Chris Thornhill
Co-Founder & CEO at Growth Animals- Claim this Profile
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Thomas Drinkwater
I’ve been fortunate enough to work with Chris at Goodwood for three years and have been continually impressed by his very natural and strong ability to inspire and lead a team to success. Not only can Chris bring a diverse breadth of marketing experience but also a powerful desire to succeed in everything he does. Chris deals with business challenges with a strong sense of calmness. He is pragmatic in his approach, not afraid to make tough decisions and has a good sense of humour too!
Peter Hammarstedt
Chris delivered growth for us across multiple brands and markets, combining his ability to apply strong strategic thinking with a passion for leading and coaching others. He consistently got the most out of his team and our partner markets, ensuring they consistently had the insights and tools they needed, to activate maximum business growth.
Thomas Drinkwater
I’ve been fortunate enough to work with Chris at Goodwood for three years and have been continually impressed by his very natural and strong ability to inspire and lead a team to success. Not only can Chris bring a diverse breadth of marketing experience but also a powerful desire to succeed in everything he does. Chris deals with business challenges with a strong sense of calmness. He is pragmatic in his approach, not afraid to make tough decisions and has a good sense of humour too!
Peter Hammarstedt
Chris delivered growth for us across multiple brands and markets, combining his ability to apply strong strategic thinking with a passion for leading and coaching others. He consistently got the most out of his team and our partner markets, ensuring they consistently had the insights and tools they needed, to activate maximum business growth.
Thomas Drinkwater
I’ve been fortunate enough to work with Chris at Goodwood for three years and have been continually impressed by his very natural and strong ability to inspire and lead a team to success. Not only can Chris bring a diverse breadth of marketing experience but also a powerful desire to succeed in everything he does. Chris deals with business challenges with a strong sense of calmness. He is pragmatic in his approach, not afraid to make tough decisions and has a good sense of humour too!
Peter Hammarstedt
Chris delivered growth for us across multiple brands and markets, combining his ability to apply strong strategic thinking with a passion for leading and coaching others. He consistently got the most out of his team and our partner markets, ensuring they consistently had the insights and tools they needed, to activate maximum business growth.
Thomas Drinkwater
I’ve been fortunate enough to work with Chris at Goodwood for three years and have been continually impressed by his very natural and strong ability to inspire and lead a team to success. Not only can Chris bring a diverse breadth of marketing experience but also a powerful desire to succeed in everything he does. Chris deals with business challenges with a strong sense of calmness. He is pragmatic in his approach, not afraid to make tough decisions and has a good sense of humour too!
Peter Hammarstedt
Chris delivered growth for us across multiple brands and markets, combining his ability to apply strong strategic thinking with a passion for leading and coaching others. He consistently got the most out of his team and our partner markets, ensuring they consistently had the insights and tools they needed, to activate maximum business growth.
Experience
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Growth Animals Marketing | B Corp
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United Kingdom
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Marketing Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Co-Founder & CEO
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Sep 2020 - Present
I lead the talented, creative and inspiring bunch of 'animals' at Growth Animals, the ethical marketing agency that prides itself on growing businesses bottom line and positive impact, with clever, helpful and inspiring marketing. I lead the talented, creative and inspiring bunch of 'animals' at Growth Animals, the ethical marketing agency that prides itself on growing businesses bottom line and positive impact, with clever, helpful and inspiring marketing.
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Dementia Support
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Member Board Of Trustees
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Nov 2019 - Present
I am on the non-exec board for a fantastic small charity, which has great ambitions to improve support for dementia sufferers and carers across the UK. My role is to provide specialist advice across marketing, communications and fundraising, to the board and to their team of full-time staff. I am on the non-exec board for a fantastic small charity, which has great ambitions to improve support for dementia sufferers and carers across the UK. My role is to provide specialist advice across marketing, communications and fundraising, to the board and to their team of full-time staff.
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The Goodwood Group
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United Kingdom
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Events Services
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300 - 400 Employee
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Head of Marketing & Communications - Motorsport, Entertaining & Hospitality
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Jul 2019 - Sep 2020
I lead a team of 12 highly skilled Brand/Product marketers and PR professionals, responsible for developing, promoting and growing our rich portfolio through digital and traditional marketing & communications, across Motorsport (Festival of Speed, Revival, Members' Meeting, the Goodwood Road & Racing Club) and E&H (Hotel, Restaurants, Health Club, Social Club, Weddings, M&E).
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Head Of Marketing - Motorsport, Entertaining & Hospitality
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Feb 2018 - Jul 2019
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Head of Motorsports Marketing
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Sep 2015 - Feb 2018
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Carlsberg Group
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Denmark
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Food and Beverage Services
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700 & Above Employee
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International Marketing Manager - NAB Portfolio
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Aug 2013 - Aug 2015
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International Brand Manager - Somersby, K1664 & Grimbergen
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Jul 2012 - Aug 2013
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Brand Manager - Tuborg & Holsten
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Apr 2010 - Jun 2012
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Assistant Brand Manager - Tuborg & Holsten
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Dec 2008 - May 2010
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International Marketing Graduate
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Dec 2006 - Dec 2008
Brand management , New Product launch facilitation, and cross functional project leading across UK and Finnish markets.
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Auto Trader UK
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Software Development
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700 & Above Employee
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Marketing Research Assistant
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2005 - 2006
Data mining and analysis to provide value adding insight to the national brands. Data mining and analysis to provide value adding insight to the national brands.
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Education
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Alliance Manchester Business School
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2002 - 2005
Alliance Manchester Business School
BSc, Management with Marketing
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