🌍 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗦𝗘: As a global speaker and LinkedIn Learning Instructor, I work with leading organisations including BP, BNP Paribas, Diageo, LinkedIn and Novartis Japan, delivering keynotes and workshops that develop calm, confident leaders from the inside out.

My workshops use powerful hypnotherapy and NLP techniques to fundamentally transform thought and behavioural patterns, ensuring strategies for raising visibility and overcoming workplace challenges. I'm dedicated to addressing high attrition rates, especially for women and diverse talent, by equipping them with the strategies to thrive.

𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗡 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗘𝗦:
1. Use Your Strengths for Impact and Influence at Work: https://bit.ly/49qaUGe 
2. Refresh Your Workplace Social Skills Online: https://bit.ly/3SOwoHF

𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗: I led brand reputation and publicity campaigns for CEOs and senior leaders for over a decade at global companies, including Deloitte Global in New York, Deloitte UK, Grant Thornton, and Experian. My work was regularly featured in media such as Forbes, FT, Reuters, BBC, and Bloomberg. 

𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗣 𝗙𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞:
⭐️ “Marielle you are a unicorn. I learned so much and was mesmerised by the way you delivered your workshop. I’m most definitely  going to use your tips!” LinkedIn, Workshop Attendee.

⭐️ "Amazing personal branding workshop. Thank you once again for sharing your time and knowledge with us; your insightful remarks and engaging presentation style truly captivated the entire audience. The practical tips you shared will undoubtedly prove useful in my own professional and personal life!" Macquarie, Workshop Attendee.

⭐️ “Marielle brings wisdom and empathy to her work, connecting deeply with the challenges facing women. Her guidance is both inspirational and practical, helping her mentees build their self-belief whilst equipping them with actionable tools to build their brands,” - Ian C, Red Bull, Global Leader.

🏆 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦: Workshop Facilitator | Keynote Speaker | Storytelling | NLP Coach and Hypnotherapist | Executive Presence | LinkedIn Strategy. 

📩 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗖𝗧: Send me a DM here on LinkedIn for info on my corporate workshops or 1:1 work.

Marielle Legair

CONFID3NTIAL

Founder of Confid3ntial, A brand strategy and design consultancy for bold businesses who want their brand to do more than just look good.

We help founder-led teams, marketers, and creative departments turn business plans into brands people back, with design that connects, strategy that sticks, and creative that moves fast and means something.

Whether you're scaling, evolving, or just trying to make sense of your brand, we're your thinking partner, creative plug-in, and no-fluff wingman.

You win — we win.

What we do (in plain English):
• Brand strategy & positioning
• Visual identity & logo design
• Rebrands & messaging
• Brand culture & workshops
• Campaign concepts & marketing plans
• On-demand creative support
• Content, assets, design and delivery

Brands we've worked with:
Google, Schuco, The Raheem Sterling Foundation, Paused.com, NY Islanders, CAT/Finning, NHS, PepsiCo (Mountain Dew), Giorgio Armani, DKNY, Puma, Under Armour, Coogi, FUBU, Reign, Hype Williams, Daymond John — and others doing things their own way.

Confid3ntial. Rebels with a cause.
Branding that stands out — and stands for something.

Founder of Confid3ntial - Brand, Design and Strategy Consultancy

Fast-tracking global brands and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with an industry-first approach delivering an actionable strategy document in 5 working days. 

Workshops cover, value proposition, positioning, differentiation, culture, product and service innovation, and business and founder storytelling.

Business transformation strategist

Maven

Maven Featured Instructor

Label Sessions

Label Sessions connects brands to the most interesting leaders from the worlds of design, business, tech and culture.

Together we:
- advise and mentor the leaders inside your brand
- bring in teams and talent to take on big challenges and innovate bigger, faster

In other words, a whole world of innovation on the one Label.

And yes, one Label does also mean in one structure that is easy to work with even for brands in the most sensitive and regulated of industries.

That and the fresh thinking.

Label Sessions Labelmate

ikon

Brand strategy for a range of clients from start-ups to global brands including Westfield, Porsche, Oakley, and F1.

Brand Consultant & Strategist

Wes Henstock Brand Consultancy

As a Level C certified Brand Strategy Consultant, I work and collaborate with numerous clients to help them understand their brand, purpose, positioning, goals, and target audience. I have developed comprehensive brand narratives, updated brand toolkits, and used brand strategy to inform brand identities, creative, and design for companies worldwide.

With my expertise in brand strategy, I have collaborated with website copywriters and marketing teams to ensure that all brand messaging is clear, compelling, and aligned with each client's business objectives. I have helped clients to develop and implement marketing strategies that effectively communicate their brand purpose, and value proposition to their target audience.

Working with both established brands and startups, I have provided customised solutions that meet each client's unique needs. My strategic guidance has helped established brands stay relevant and competitive, while also helping startups establish their brand identity and stand out in their respective markets.

As a consultant, I have added value by providing clients with strategic guidance that enables them to develop and implement effective marketing strategies that align with their brand messaging and goals. My work has helped clients achieve their business objectives and communicate their brand value proposition to their target audience.

Brand Consultant & Business transformation strategist

Finning UK & Ireland

As a Brand Strategy Consultant for Finning/CAT, I brought together UX, CX, web design, and branding strategy to create unique and effective shopping experiences that resonated with customers. Combining UX, CX, web design, and branding strategy, I created new and unique demographically driven shopper journeys within the UK, North & South America.

Brand Strategy, creative development, and brand visualisation of the William Grant & Sons owned Clink* ( Clinkspirit.com ) launched in June 2021, and Theunexpectedstore.com launched in November 2021.

Within both brand developments, I Influenced, contributed, and collaborate on the brand proposition, mission, values, and strategy. Lead and ownership of the brand development and final execution of brand naming, logo, identity, colour story, visual identity, brand system, online & offline brand guidelines, UX and packaging, and other integrated touchpoints.

MJJ Exclusive

Responsible for the rebrand & restructure of marketing department. Managing and directing the marketing team with strategic marketing management in line with the business objectives leading to increased profit ( +30% ) in 2019 with overall growth in brand exposure, website traffic and social medial channels. Successfully creating and implementing the Marketing strategy delivered in line with the overarching business strategy - including campaigns, digital marketing, social media and PR. Oversee the social media strategy to improve brand reputation and global recognition. Working closely with sales team to meet commercial objectives, by providing them with appropriate tools, materials and presentations. Introduced Buisness structure, internal and external processes, personal development, KPIs, goals, as well as internal recruitment, coaching & mentoring programmes.

Skills: Topline marketing strategy, implementing integrated marketing campaigns, Lead and motivate the marketing team, Develop and grow brand identity, Manage product research & development, range building, concept design, digital and social media marketing, Manage marketing P&L & budget control.
Offline - Rebranding, implementation of Buisness process, social media strategy, corporate literature, packaging development, print production and fulfilment management. 
Online - New platform design, rebuild & change over, UX/UI design, digital marketing, digital strategy, dynamic web asset creation & development.

Marketing Director

soak.com

Responsible for the strategic direction and implementation of all brand objectives and visual communications across soak.com, soak.nl and all international online platforms and market places, showrooms and offices in line with the overarching business strategy. Working with and overseeing, Web design & assets, 2d & 3D design, External & Internal Branding, Customer experience, Tone of voice, Interior design, CGI, POS, Above the line marketing, Radio & TV advertising. Marketing strategy, tv planning, media scheduling, brand positioning and instore POS design, concepts & installs.

Head of Brand & Creative

Responsible for the launch of the UK/European rebrand & re structure of the business. Bought in to grow sales & business awareness through above the line, digital, print, social & media marketing & strategy. Managing a team of 6 creatives and project managers. Grew the business to international exposure and exploration to earn a 15% uplift in brand awareness within 2 years of re-brand & launch. Profit growth of 30% Year on year with sales ahead of market trends. Developed management, coaching, mentoring & tetramap™ skills through grassroots programmes. Received the award for biggest contribution to the business in OCT 2016 for my part in this.

Skills:  New start up leadership, Creative direction, blue sky thinking, concepts and ideation, internal & external Brand development,  Logo identity creation. Social media set up, awarness & growth. Brand Marketing & strategy with a customer first approach.

Offline - Press advertising, outdoor advertising, sales promotion, Rebranding, direct marketing, TV production, media planning & buying, radio, showroom point of sale, corporate literature, Interior design, visuals/scamps, signage, print production and fulfilment management.

Online - brand creation, brand management & strategy & awareness , creative direction, internal brand, internal comms, supported with Website design, UX and dynamic web asset creation / development, online marketing strategy, advertising & email marketing support.

Brand Manager / creative director

Brand Architect Co-Engineering Business Transformation. Purpose Driven Strategist | Facilitator | Coach | Hip Hop Connoisseur 👐

As the founder of Confid3ntial, a branding and design agency based in Nottingham, UK, I bring a distinct approach to crafting brand experiences and identities. With over two decades of experience across the UK and USA, my expertise as a Level C Certified Brand Architect enables me to develop strategies for growth and nurture an environment of innovation within the organisations I partner with.

Our mantra at Confid3ntial, "Pixels With Purpose," drives us to work with individuals and companies who are passionate about making a change in everything they do and stand for. This focus on purpose-led brand building allows us to align businesses with their core values, sparking innovation, enhancing team motivation, and strengthening customer loyalty. It's about transforming company purpose into a significant asset, driving profitability and impact.

Throughout my career, I've had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, including the Raheem Sterling Foundation, Schüco, NY Islanders, Infleqtion, Ethosa, CAT/Finning, NHS, Fucov, Ferrari, Pepsi Co. (Mountain Dew), DKNY, and Georgio Armani. These collaborations have not only expanded my portfolio but also deepened my understanding of various industries and how to effectively communicate their unique values through branding.

I believe in the power of strategic branding as a tool to not just attract attention but to create meaningful engagement. My goal is to help businesses transform their brand into a powerful narrative that resonates with their audience, ensuring long-term success and loyalty.

Oh, and if you wanna talk hip hop, we can do that too!

Wes H.

Back on the road in the Big Smoke with Luke, John, and Ash (miss you, Martin), delivering our first strategy session of ’26.

We’re working with a government sector foundation that’s close to our hearts. Meaningful, impactful, and purpose-led.

Proper work, real stakes, and decisions that have to mean something beyond today.

Crew’s in. Minds on. Let’s go!

Wes Henstock

Rebel with a cause | A brand builder helping companies connect with customers and outsmart their competition by seeking opportunities and minimising risk.

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