Kate Shanks

Kate Shanks is a communications expert with extensive experience in various leadership and consultancy roles. Currently serving as the Head of Comms at Accelerated Capability Environment (ACE) since March 2024 and as a Client Partner at smart/tasking since June 2022, Kate also founded Cosy Meerkat in June 2018 to enhance internal communications and employee experiences. Previously, Kate was the Managing Director at theblueballroom ltd from February 2012 to March 2018, where strategic direction and operational leadership were provided. Additional roles include Deputy Managing Director - Client Services and Account Director at theblueballroom, Trustee at ivo.org, and Head of Recruitment Advertising and Design at Prospectus. Kate's career began in client services roles with companies such as Peter Lockyer Advertising, People Media, and Barkers Group. Kate holds a BA in Science, Society, and the Media from the University of the West of England, along with a BTEC in Health Studies and A levels in English and Psychology from Exeter College.