THIS IS US
Meet the Collective
Claire Rawlinson - Founder
Claire founded Marketing Bees Collective in 2011 after a career in the bus industry, including serving as Commercial Director at First Bus Manchester. Since then, she has worked with bus operators and transport authorities across the UK, bringing together commercial strategy, marketing and a deep understanding of what matters to passengers. Her entrepreneurial spirit, combined with her in-depth industry knowledge, positions her as a transformative force in the public transport arena.
Claire remains Managing Director of Claire Rawlinson Ltd, but from 2 November 2026, she will take up the role of Transport Commercial Director at West Yorkshire Combined Authority and will no longer work on Marketing Bee's client projects.
Jenna Wilson, Account Director, leads the team’s client work.
Jenna Wilson - Account Director
For 14 years, Jenna has built and executed digital marketing strategies, led product launch collaborations, and crafted standout social media campaigns. First in agencies, then with ASICS SportStyle, and now at Marketing Bees Collective and Jen Mai Studio.
As a marketing professional, she thrives when helping brands unlock their full potential. From project management to storytelling, Jenna brings a holistic approach to every engagement, ensuring that innovation and impact go hand in hand.
Superpowers: digital strategy, product launches, brand storytelling, social media strategy, organisation, and project management.
Jenna leads our client relationships and oversees the delivery of our consultancy work alongside our Collective Bees.
For new enquiries or existing projects, please contact jenna@marketingbees.co.uk
Demi Whittle - Designer
Founder of Studio Seventeen, Demi joined the collective in 2024 and expanded her design skills to public transport!
Demi works with the team on a variety of creative projects. She's involved in different design briefs and helps bring an idea to life, from creating visual content to developing designs that work for different brands and audiences, bringing a fresh creative perspective to each one.
Krissie - Web Design Director
With a passion for design and marketing that spans back to 2007, Krissie stands at the intersection of creativity, purpose, and ethical business practices. Her professional journey is not just about creating visually stunning projects but is deeply rooted in a commitment to building a fairer and kinder world for all beings who share our planet.
Krissie's expertise in design and marketing has been honed over years of dedicated work in the industry. Her creative flair and strategic approach have contributed to the success of various projects, making her a trusted professional in her field. Krissie is particularly proud of her work on the bus liveries for the Marketing Bee clients.
Rejane - Web Designer
With a Professional Diploma in Marketing from CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing, Rejane is a seasoned marketing professional. Her skills in marketing management and business planning underscore her ability to orchestrate cohesive marketing strategies that drive results for bus companies.
Rejane's skills extend to the digital realm, where she excels in crafting and executing comprehensive digital strategies. In an era where online presence is pivotal, her proficiency ensures that bus companies navigate the digital landscape with ease, reaching their target audience effectively.
Victoria Rudi - Designer
Victoria is a versatile graphic designer creating visual communications for brands in a range of industries. She works in print and digital media, bringing ideas to life through campaigns, brochures, presentations and brand materials.
Her approach combines creativity, clear communication and an eye for detail. She also leads on all things illustration for Marketing Bees.
OUR VALUES
The values we believe in
Excellence
We deliver what we promise and go the extra mile. Often, we demand more of ourselves than our clients do.
Transparency
You will always know where you stand with us! If we can do it, we will! If we can't, we will find a way together.
Passion
We know what floats your boat - it's our passion to make your day easier!
Innovation
We have qualifications coming out of our heads, shoulders, knees and toes. There is no one in our Collective who isn't learning something new - always. From marketing, digital trends to sign language and crochet! Learning fires up neurons and keeps us on top of our game.
Equality
We work with and write for a diverse audience. You and your audience.
With a Neuro Spicy team - we've got it covered!
We are also comitted to our Women in Transport membership - giving our time to the Diversity and Inclusion Group for Bus. Making the industry a place for everyone to be.
Commitment
We came, we took the post it note brief and we delivered - with smiles!
We're committed to delivering for you, your audience and ourselves. No one comes to work to do a bad job (do they?!).
