Authentic Marketer

Authentic Marketer specializes in crafting customized marketing strategies for service-based businesses that build trust, attract leads, and generate sales.

We've worked with a wide range of small businesses and leading brands such as Bean Ninjas, SYSTEMology, Realise Business, and Hub Australia. Our work has been featured in leading publications such as Forbes, Inc., Valiant CEO, and Huffington Post.
 
Our services include:
- Developing marketing strategies and ongoing coaching
- Writing compelling articles that rank on Google
- Getting authors and business owners booked on podcasts to promote their work

Want some help to level up your marketing in 2023? DM me to schedule a complimentary 15-min marketing blastoff call.

Fractional CMO & Marketing Consultant

The Trusted Voice

The Trusted Voice is a membership that helps you build your marketing, personal brand, and increase your sales online. You’ll get access to a supportive community and proven marketing strategies designed for success.

I coach TTV members through monthly check-ins and Content Lab workshops to help them build visibility, publish consistently, and grow their personal brand.

Marketing Coach

Our Kinds

Our Kinds is an innovative startup and movement dedicated to shifting consumption culture through supply chain redesign. Our first goal is to make the single-use takeaway cup redundant globally by fostering community partnerships and leveraging technology.

I'm excited to join the team as Chief Marketing Officer. I will lead the marketing strategy for raising capital and communications and also influence the culture, systems, and ways of working.

Fractional CMO

Academy of Entrepreneurs

At the Academy of Entrepreneurs, we redefine education. 

Our International Business College offers students a unique experience: learning directly from entrepreneurs, engaging in real projects, networking with top leaders, exchanging ideas with like-minded peers, and receiving coaching, public speaking, and investor pitch training. Join us and access our extensive investor network.

Award-winning programs:
- BSB50120 Diploma of Business
- BSB60120 Advanced Diploma of Business

As a mentor and lecturer, my role is to guide and support aspiring entrepreneurs in developing real-world marketing and business skills.

Lecturer and Mentor (Digital Marketing)

Birchal

Birchal simplifies fundraising so that forward-thinking businesses can build communities of engaged supporters and get back to shaping the future we all want to see.

Birchal is a market-leading equity crowdfunding platform. Early-stage businesses have now raised over $289 million across 380 successful CSF offers through the CSF platform since it commenced in 2018.

As Fractional CMO at Birchal, I lead strategic planning and hands-on execution one day per week. My role includes overseeing marketing KPIs, guiding team management, resource allocation, campaign execution, and delivering progress reports.

Heatseeker

Heatseeker is an AI-powered SaaS platform that helps scale-ups and start-ups quickly run experiments and navigate through data to enhance market fit, validate new features, and identify customer segments.

As Head of Marketing at Heatseeker.ai, I develop our GTM strategy and lead a dynamic team in crafting compelling narratives, executing data-driven campaigns, and enhancing our market presence and growth. (In other words, making sure we're the hottest thing in town 😉)

Head of Marketing

Journey

As a Growth Marketing Mentor at Journey, I supported the growth marketers on our team by providing coaching and guidance. I helped them navigate client relationships, manage workload challenges, and develop problem-solving strategies. My role was to offer support, share insights, and help them build confidence in delivering effective marketing solutions while balancing their responsibilities.

Growth Marketing Mentor

Helping Saas companies scale revenue and build a rockstar brand in the accounting industry.

Journey is a global consulting firm with a decade of experience. We help Saas providers succeed in the accounting industry all over the world.

We exist to help you accelerate sales, product adoption and brand awareness within the accounting community.

As Growth Marketer, my primary objective is to assist Journey clients in maximizing their revenue by enhancing their pre and post-sales funnels. I am responsible for creating and fine-tuning persuasive email marketing campaigns and optimizing content at various stages of the customer journey, all aiming to drive higher conversion rates.

Growth Marketer

The Growth Hub Global

The Growth Hub helps property professionals grow their businesses through outsourcing with virtual assistants so that they can focus on the things in their business that matter most. Creating greater freedom, more impact, and fulfilling your purpose in business and life.

With our specialized marketing strategy session, you can leverage TGH's framework to identify areas of improvement in your marketing efforts and create a custom 30/60/90-day action plan tailored to your specific growth goals.

Get in touch if you'd like to learn more.

Marketing Strategist

The Growth Hub is a strategic growth partner for Australian real estate companies. Our experienced growth experts and virtual assistants support real estate professionals in optimizing their businesses for growth, freeing up their time to focus on the things that matter most. 

Our holistic approach positions us as a true virtual growth hub for scaling real estate businesses, providing the support and resources needed to drive growth and achieve business goals. 

As fractional CMO, I am responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies that support the company's growth. This includes leading the marketing team, driving brand awareness, generating leads, and establishing The Growth Hub as an invaluable real estate services industry resource.

SmartQMS

SmartQMS helps Australian scientific laboratories and medical tech companies build smart quality management systems that improve compliance and quality. All while enabling them to obtain and maintain ISO certification easily. 

As CMO (Chief Marketing Officer) at SmartQMS, I'm responsible for developing and executing the company's marketing strategy, focusing on increasing brand awareness, generating leads, and driving revenue growth through effective marketing campaigns and initiatives.

Bean Ninjas

Bean Ninjas offers best-in-class bookkeeping, accounting, virtual CFO, and tax services for 7 and 8-figure eCommerce businesses looking to scale.

The Bean Ninjas Podcast provides insights and case studies to help 7-figure and 8-figure eCommerce businesses scale and reach an exit by improving their eCommerce finances and accounting. 

As Podcast Producer, Anfernee oversees the entire production process of the podcast, including planning, recording, editing, publishing, and promoting the episodes.

Podcast Producer

Bean Ninjas offers best-in-class bookkeeping, accounting, virtual CFO, and tax services for 7 and 8-figure eCommerce businesses looking to scale.

As Learning & Community Lead, Anfernee was responsible for devising strategies to consistently attract and retain new clients, positioning the Bean Ninjas brand as a trusted resource for financial training and community among digital entrepreneurs. His efforts aimed to deepen client relationships, ensuring they remained engaged and found enhanced value over time.

Results:
- Launched and organised a series of bi-weekly learning webinars with expert speakers for BN community at the start of COVID
- Launched BN community slack group and managed engagement with members
- Designed and facilitated an internal cohort-based Emerging Leaders training program for the BN team
- Designed, launched and promoted a Xero Financial Literacy course (DIY and cohort-based) 
- Produced the BN podcast, incl. sourcing and booking expert guests and promoting the podcast

Marketing Coordinator / Learning & Community Lead 

Fractional CMO, Marketing Consultant, and Content Creator for 6-figure+ Accounting & Real Estate firms. | Follow for posts about authentic marketing, online business & personal wealth

Some people think of marketing as just getting more eyeballs on something. But the best marketing doesn’t just grab attention—it teaches, builds trust, and creates real connections. That’s the kind of work I do.

I’ve:
✔ Helped 200+ students across nine schools in Laos develop leadership & problem-solving skills through hands-on learning (DFC Laos).
✔ Grown organic traffic by 400% in six months for an online bookkeeping service by refining its content, SEO, and podcast strategy.
✔ Hosted a virtual summit with 500+ attendees and 25 speakers, bringing global experts together to discuss remote business growth.
✔ Led marketing strategy for innovative companies Hub Australia, Birchal, Heatseeker.ai, and Our Kinds—helping them scale, attract high-quality leads, and build sustainable growth engines.


⭐ What I Actually Do ⭐

I help mission-driven organisations create impact through education, content, and community. 

Sometimes, that looks like:
🎯 Facilitating a workshop that helps founders cut through marketing overwhelm.
✍️ Creating content that simplifies complex ideas so people actually engage with it.
🤝 Building communities that feel like real conversations—not just another Slack group that everyone forgets about.

I’ve worked with Digital Marketing Collective, Frank Team, and Realise Business, helped Bean Ninjas scale their Financial Literacy for Xero Users course, and built learning experiences that connect, educate, and inspire.

I’ve shared my approaches in Forbes, Inc., Valiant CEO, Agorapulse’s Agency Summit, and The Content Byte podcast. I believe marketing isn’t just selling—it’s about teaching and creating lasting value.

⭐ What I’m Focused on Now ⭐

I’m moving from fractional CMO work to teaching, coaching, writing, and community-building—work that better aligns with my Projector Human Design.

🌍 Community for Migrant & Minority Professionals – Exploring workshops & memberships to help professionals grow wealth in career, business & life.
🎤 Teaching & Speaking – Leading digital marketing & business courses with academies & organisations.
✍️ Writing & Content – Writing for major publications, finishing my books Dare to Escape & Trust Signals.
🚀 Coaching Startups – Helping founders build content engines with hands-on strategy & execution.
🏡 Tiny Home Life – Planning an off-grid move for more freedom & sustainability.

⭐ What’s Next? ⭐

Are you looking to create impact through education? Whether you need a facilitator, writer, or strategist to help bring your ideas to life, let’s chat.

📩 DM me, and let’s explore how we can work together.

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🤘 Chad Barnier

Inner West Council

Local Democracy Group - LGBTQ+

Sydney Bi+ Network

Leadership Team

Star Observer

Columnist

Give It To Me Bi

Co-host of "Give It To Me Bi," a podcast dedicated to amplifying bi+ voices. We explore the diverse experiences within the bi+ community through insightful discussions, personal stories, and expert interviews.

Our mission is to create a platform where bi+ individuals feel seen, heard, and valued, while fostering greater understanding and inclusivity. Join us as we dive into the topics that matter most to the bi+ community, and help us celebrate the richness of bi+ identities.

Producer & Podcast Co-Host

The Firm

The Firm serves as a global hub where accountants can connect, share pivotal life lessons, and discuss the experiences and opportunities that have shaped their careers.

Our platform features content that dives deep into the technical, technological, and practice management challenges professionals face today. Whether it's understanding the impact of AI on accounting, tackling M&A complexities, or mastering firm leadership, The Firm connects you with the knowledge you need. 

We prioritise both depth and freshness—ensuring that you either gain deep industry knowledge or discover new insights to apply in your practice.

Podcast Host - Statement Brand

Journey | Saas consultancy for the accounting industry

As the Head of Brand and Creative at Journey, I'm at the forefront of an exhilarating evolution in the growth marketing arena, especially for SaaS and service providers in the accounting industry. Our mission at Journey is not just about marketing; it's about being a catalyst for growth and innovation in a niche yet dynamic sector.

💡 I'm thrilled to be part of this journey, leading a team of creative minds and collaborating with visionaries.

Head of Brand and Creative

Helping Saas companies scale revenue and build a rockstar brand in the accounting industry.

Journey is a global consulting firm with a decade of experience. We help Saas providers succeed in the accounting industry all over the world.

We exist to help you accelerate sales, product adoption and brand awareness within the accounting community.

Jono Fleming Group

Creative Director at Jono Fleming Group, where homes and humans collide

Creative Director

Brand Manager

Chad Barnier Design

Owner

Services Australia

Supporting the transformation of Services Australia by actively identifying and implementing innovative improvements to operational processes, team engagement, and communications. Supporting customers contacting Services Australia during COVID-19 crisis, I have enjoyed applying my advanced communication and problem-solving skills to achieve good outcomes for clients and the organisation. My dispute resolution and influencing abilities have been repeatedly demonstrated in this role with clients and staff alike. 

🔹 2021 CEO’s Innovation Challenge - 2nd Place Voting Stage for my innovative idea to reduce  bottlenecks in the Medicare enrolment process and use the full capacity of available software to automate, streamline, manage and track the process.  
🔹 Identified a security issue and supported the design and implementation of a national solution to ensure high-risk customers flagged for Centrelink Services are also identified and addressed when using Medicare services.
🔹 Provided high-quality customer support by translating complicated processes and technical jargon into simple terms to empower them to make informed decisions. 
🔹 Advocated for and contributed to LGBTQIA+ language standards and Hard-of-Hearing accessibility standards for staff training and inductions to align with best practice and evidence-based approaches. 
🔹 Zone Sydney No. 1 Customer Service representative for fourteen consecutive months during COVID-19 response.  
🔹 Provided coaching, mentoring and support for colleagues and staff concerning change and processes, including customer service, digital accessibility, personal development and claims processing.
🔹 Coordinated innovative practices as a Ways of Working Subject Matter Expert to foster team collaboration, resilience, connection, and ultimately, create healthier ways of working.

Customer Service Officer APS 4

Customer Service Officer APS 3

I enjoyed coordinating the internal and external communications of SBN to help this volunteer-run, grassroots organisation continue to improve the lives of bi+ people across Sydney. My work is underpinned by intersectional frameworks, and I use a community-based, person-centred, and evidence-based approach.

Communications Coordinator

🚀 Head of Brand and Creative at Journey | Growth Marketing Enthusiast 🎨

📍 Sydney, Australia

As the Head of Brand and Creative at Journey, my passion lies in the art of branding and the science of growth marketing. Leading a dynamic team, I collaborate closely with growth marketers to forge powerful brand narratives and fuel business growth for our clients in the accounting tech startup space.

🔮 I'm driven by innovation and bold creative ideas. Constantly venturing into new realms of growth marketing and brand development, I advocate for the integration of thoughtful design and strategic storytelling. My leadership style is deeply rooted in empathy and understanding, fostering a collaborative and inspiring environment for my team.

🏆 Proud of our recent punk rebrand at Journey, which you can explore in detail here - https://www.letsjourney.io/blog-post/journey-rebrand

📚 Outside the office, I am an avid collector of vinyl records (particularly musical theatre and showtunes), a reader, an ex-professional musician, a wishful writer of musicals, a passionate activist, a proud father to the cutest kid and ugliest dog, and a devoted partner.

#Branding #GrowthMarketing #CreativeDirection #ThoughtLeadership #EmpatheticLeadership

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