Katie Pringle is the co-founder of Marigold Marketing and PR and an integrated marketing expert. She has a deep understanding of the social and digital landscape and traditional media mix. She has extensive experience in lifestyle, entertainment & kids, with a specific focus on brands that speak to women. As a marketer, Katie is forward-looking, delivers beyond expectation and is always ready for the unexpected. Her peers say she can see around corners.

Before launching Marigold, Katie ran Pringle Communications, providing social media and integrated marketing strategy. From 2014, she worked as the Marketing and Communications Manager for Food Banks Canada where she transformed their digital presence and developed new fundraising opportunities through digital & social media. Starting in 2008, at Corus Entertainment, Katie worked on the portfolio of Women’s brands, notably managing the successful launch of The Oprah Winfrey Network in Canada. In 2012 Katie was promoted, heading up social media strategy for the Television business, including great brands like YTV, CMT, Treehouse and W Network. Previously, she worked on award-winning marketing and PR campaigns in Hamilton’s retail sector. In addition, Katie is a volunteer for Safetynet Services in Oakville, ON.