Kathryn Read, MIEx (Grad), is an international sales and marketing consultant with nearly 30 years of experience supporting companies to grow niche consumer products in complex and emerging markets. She specialises in helping small and medium-sized consumer goods enterprises break through international barriers, particularly in the food and beverage sector, with a strong emphasis on expansion into Asian and European markets.

Over the course of her career, Kathryn has held key international roles across the automotive and FMCG industries, including almost 2 decades in the infant nutrition sector. Her international track record includes developing export business in over 100 countries, with a particular focus on brand building via distributor management. Fluent in several languages and continually deepening her intercultural expertise, Kathryn combines commercial insight with a deep understanding of the cultural dynamics that drive business success abroad.

Since founding her own consultancy in 2019, Kathryn has supported clients with strategic market entry, partner search, and long-term sales development. She believes that successful international business is built on relationships, and prioritises partnership-driven approaches in her work. When not travelling for business, Kathryn is an avid clarinetist in her local wind orchestra and enjoys hiking and camping with her Rover Scout group.