Strategic Positioning & Growth Advisor for Executives and Business Owners
Hi, I’m Anna Kate, and I specialize in helping accomplished executives secure C-suite roles and business owners attract premium clients through strategic positioning that creates measurable growth.
My Mission
I'm dedicated to helping leaders stop being the best-kept secrets in their fields. Whether you're an executive ready for your next C-level move or a business owner ready to grow your revenue, I help you position yourself strategically so the right opportunities come to you.
I Work With Two Types of Leaders
Executives seeking to position themselves for senior leadership roles, board positions, and the recognition their expertise deserves.
Business owners and consultants ready to stand out in crowded markets, attract premium clients, and command the rates their expertise warrants.
What unites you both? You're ready to show up in your leadership - and you need strategic positioning to make it happen.
My Approach
My path to becoming a Strategic Positioning & Growth Advisor combines analytical rigor with creative storytelling - a blend that comes from diverse experiences across education, performance, and business.
I hold a Master's degree in Literature from Northwestern University (Go Wildcats!), where I honed my ability to craft compelling narratives and analyze what makes communication truly resonate. My background in higher education administration taught me how to navigate complex professional environments and understand what leaders really need to succeed.
But here's what might surprise you: I also have an improv background, from Second City in Chicago, which fundamentally shapes how I work with clients. Improv taught me to listen deeply, think quickly, and help people find their authentic voice under pressure - skills that are invaluable when helping leaders discover and articulate what makes them uniquely valuable.
Over the past eight years, I've partnered with over 500 clients, helping them:
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Define Their Unique Value
Uncover and articulate what makes them different, not just qualified
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Create Strategic Positioning
Develop resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and brand strategies that open doors
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Build Sustained Visibility
Establish presence that attracts ongoing opportunities
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Accelerate Their Growth
Achieve measurable results - from C-suite roles to revenue increases
Why Strategic Positioning Matters
In today’s competitive landscape, being good at what you do isn't enough. You need to be seen as good at what you do.
For executives, strong positioning means the difference between being passed over and being pursued for C-suite roles.
For business owners, clear positioning means the difference between competing on price and commanding premium rates.
Your expertise deserves to be recognized. Strategic positioning makes that recognition, and the growth that follows, inevitable.
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Why Work With Me?
✓ Strategic Focus: I'm not just creating documents or profiles—I'm advising on your overall positioning strategy for growth
✓ Proven Results: 92% of my clients secure new executive roles or high-value business opportunities within six months, and 97% experience increased visibility
✓ Revenue Impact: Executives achieve $50K-$100K+ salary increases; business owners attract premium clients and grow revenue
✓ Dual Expertise: I understand both executive career advancement AND business development positioning
✓ Authentic Approach: My improv background means I help you find your genuine voice, not create a fake persona
Beyond the professional
I'm a proud Tarheel (University of North Carolina Chapel Hill) turned Wildcat, now living in Evanston, Illinois, in Northwestern's backyard!
When I'm not helping leaders position themselves for growth, you'll find me vintage shopping (there's something about the hunt that appeals to my strategic mind), engaging in spirited debates about superhero lore with my son, or ensuring my Stranger Things coffee mug stays properly caffeinated.
As a mom and dog-mom living just outside Chicago, I understand the challenge of balancing ambitious professional goals with real life. That's probably why I'm so passionate about helping my clients maximize their professional impact: because I know how precious time and energy are, and I want to make sure yours counts.
Let’s Connect
If you're ready to show up and start positioning yourself for the growth you deserve, let's have a conversation. Whether you’re an executive ready for C-suite opportunities or a business owner ready to attract premium clients, strategic positioning is how you get there..