Start Communication Ltd is a full-service B2B boutique marketing consultancy, offering a range of strategic and tactical marketing services.

Whether you're looking for executive marketing support, a fractional Marketing Director, freelance tactical activity, or a hand-picked team of independent and trusted specialists, Start Communication is expertly positioned to meet your business needs. The team takes a personal but professional approach to delivering cost-effective solutions... perfect when you need to outsource your marketing requirements; develop strategic marketing plans; or when you need a reliable extension of your team to get the job done.

Start Communication was founded in 2016 by experienced marketing and comms professional, Rachel Chesters. With over 15 years' experience and prominent roles at Head Of and Director level, backed by CIM and IDM certifications, you can rest assured you're working with a highly qualified and knowledgeable marketer. What's more, Rachel has curated a team of the very best independent and freelance marketing experts, with specialist skills covering everything from SEO to social media, copywriting to campaign management, design to digital, PR, events, merchandise and more. Rachel will work closely with you, to understand your business needs, before putting the best possible team in place and taking your marketing to the next level... always with a focus on getting the job done.

Start Communication’s national and international client-base includes organisations in the non-profit, financial services, technology and manufacturing industries. In addition to running Start Communication, Rachel is a charity Ambassador and Trustee.

Rachel lives in Chorlton with her husband and two children. In her downtime, she can usually be found inhabiting the cafes and parks of South Manchester.

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