Strategic Advisory
For leaders in games, creative tech & startups
I’m just going to say it: It’s brutal out there.
Funding struggles, studio closures, mass redundancies, tech that’s moving so fast it feels impossible to keep up…
I've been a founder, CTO and CPO across nearly two decades in games, creative tech and startups.
Now I bring that hard-won experience to help you think through the difficult decisions.
I act as a strategic advisor and occasional fractional exec to give unbiased feedback without the big salary overhead.
What I help with
Roadmaps, production pipelines and go-to-market strategy
Funding pressure, pitch deck reviews, redundancies and industry turbulence
Team culture and dynamics, including hybrid/remote setups
Studio pivots and difficult structural decisions
Advisory support for investors and incubators backing founders in games and creative tech
Pricing
One-off session (online)
£250 per hour. A single conversation when you need help or a sounding board for a specific problem you’re facing.
3-Month Advisory Package (online)
£1850 for 3 months of regular check-ins. I’l help you with those tricky business decisions and keep you accountable to make sure you reach your goals.
Two 1-hour calls a month for three months (six calls total), with email support between sessions (48hr response, Tuesday–Thursday).
Full Day (online / in-person)
POA - depending on your requirements and travel. Prices start from £1200 per day.
Usually I work with clients in a fractional capacity 1-2 days per month. I can take on a variety of roles in the C-Suite, or simply spend a day with you reviewing your product & plans.
Who this is for
Individuals: Founders, leaders, studio heads and execs.
Industries: Games (AAA, AA, indie, mobile or XR/AR/VR), creative tech and start-ups.
Institutions: VCs, Investors, incubators, universities and accelerators wanting to support their founders and teams with coaching / mentoring.
Why me
I've scaled teams, pitched investors, shipped games to millions of players, secured 7-figure funding twice, and navigated last-minute launches and brutal pivots. I've also battled burnout and imposter syndrome multiple times, which is exactly why I care as much about your wellbeing as your roadmap. Let's make sure your studio, your leadership and you can survive the next big launch.
"Starting a game company isn't easy and can be really draining. A simple chat with Cat gave me back the focus and motivation I had lost... Her knowledge of the industry and network of talented people can be a life saver." Indie Game Developer, Scotland