“We all have something to say, and we need to give ourselves permission to share our stories and expertise with the world around us.”

Catriona Pollard is many things….speaker, trainer, personal branding expert, media expert, author and fibre artist.

Catriona is an accomplished fibre artist with an established reputation as a distinctive artist who uses traditional basketry techniques to transform foraged plant fibres into organic sculptural works. She runs creativity and basketry workshops for individuals and groups as well as an online school of basketry. 

Catriona is an international speaker, trainer and TEDx presenter and is renowned for being an inspiring presenter that shares practical skills and expertise so attendees can immediately implement what they’ve learnt to see real results. Her work as a personal branding and media interview training expert sees her touch the lives of thousands of people with her unique mix of motivation, expertise and guidance.

She develops tailored workshops in nature-based art experiences that enhance team collaboration, resilience, and problem-solving skills through immersive, nature-based creativity workshops. The sessions integrate traditional art techniques with foraged natural materials, offering a refreshing alternative to conventional corporate training.

Her popular book, From Unknown To Expert has helped thousands of people around the world to build their personal brand, understand how PR and social media can help their business, and has inspired them to take action.

She founded CP Communications – a respected and innovative PR and social media agency – which she ran for 20 years until focusing on other aspects of her career.