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Communications | Media | Coaching

Katie King is a communications consultant, media contributor and marketing coach with over 17 years of experience across hospitality, travel and luxury brands.

Having working closely with leading global and local PR agencies including Baccus, MMGY Hills Balfour, Burson and more, she provides high-impact support across press release writing, media relations, campaign development and account delivery - combining senior in-house experience with hands-on execution.

PR SUPPORT
High-impact press release writing
Strategic media pitching and relations
PR strategy development
Campaign ideation and headline creation
Press trip planning and hosting
PR account management, support and administration

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"Working with Katie on various content pieces was an absolute pleasure. From day one, her professionalism and creativity shone through. Not only did she consistently deliver high-quality work that captured the essence of our clients, but she also always met deadlines, which was crucial for our fast-paced environment.
 
What impressed me most was her ability to think outside the box and suggest innovative ways to amplify our content. She didn't just write words on a page; she brought our vision to life. I highly recommend Katie to anyone looking for a talented and dedicated copywriter who can elevate their clients messaging."

Jenna Saunders 
Associate Director - Burson Global

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In the Media

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"Katie provides outstanding social media support for our clients. She has amazing ideas and has many year's worth of experience in creating top notch content. 

When Katie is working on our campaigns, she brings fantastic energy to the project and we see results from ger work in terms of engagement and traffic,  She is an asset to our team here at Poppy-PR."

Tina Clough
Owner |  Poppy P

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Executive Coaching & Marketing Mentorship
for Leaders, Founders & Future Talent

Katie King provides executive coaching for hotel leaders, hospitality business owners and university students, supporting those looking to elevate their marketing, build independence or achieve academic success.

A lecturer for more than five years, specialising in PR and Marketing at Leeds Beckett University, recognised as a leading hotel marketeer within the MENA region and Highly Commended at the Hotelier of the Year Awards 2019, her coaching is grounded in real-world experience and extensive strategic experience. She has also previously taught at Nottingham Trent University and delivered business coaching through the European Union Regional Development Fund.

Coaching covers brand positioning, marketing strategy, PR, career development and university degree support, with each programme tailored to individual goals.

For a tailored coaching plan, drop Katie a line here: hello@katiekingandco.com

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Expertise & Experience

Katie King brings two decades of experience across hospitality, travel and luxury brands, with a career shaped by senior in-house marketing roles at globally recognised names including Jumeirah and Burj Al Arab, widely regarded as the world’s most luxurious hotel. She later served as Director of Marketing for the iconic Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel, leading its launch in Dubai in 2018 — experience that underpins her deep understanding of both brand positioning and commercial performance.

Alongside her consultancy work, Katie is a lecturer in PR and Marketing, the Founder and Creative Director of Maison Studio 8, and the founder of The Phoebe Foundation, an animal welfare charity set to launch in 2027.

Career History

Freelance PR Consultant
Katie King & Co Ltd
2020 – Present

University Lecturer 
Leeds Beckett University / Nottingham Trent University
2021 – Present

Maison Studio 8
Founder & Creative Director
2020 – Present

Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel, Dubai
Director of Marketing
March 2018 – July 2020

Rixos Hotels UAE
Cluster Head of Marketing
April 2016 – March 2018

H Hospitality Collection
Cluster Director of Marketing
December 2014 – April 2016

One&Only Resorts
Assistant Director of PR
April 2014 – December 2014

Jumeirah Group
PR Manager – Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
PR Manager – Cluster (7 Properties)
PR Executive – Cluster & Burj Al Arab
April 2011 – April 2014

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