Our Team
At KAD Advisory, we’re called on when the stakes are high and the message has to land. We help leaders find the words that move markets, calm storms and build trust. Our team brings sharp thinking, stakeholder planning and smart storytelling to make complexity sound simple and strategy feel human.
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Director
Karen Davis is a strategic communications advisor known for helping CEOs, boards and brands navigate moments that matter - from complex change and crisis to growth, governance and transformation. As the founder of KAD Advisory, she brings deep expertise, calm clarity and creative insights to high-stakes environments across sectors and geographies.
Karen’s career spans senior leadership roles at Xero, IBM and PwC, where she built and led global communications functions across Australia, the UK, US, Japan and emerging markets (including China and India). Her strength lies in turning strategy into story - helping businesses shape reputation, rally teams and land impact at the leadership and board tables.
Her approach reflects her collaborative mindset: KAD Advisory brings together specialists from a trusted network to deliver agile, senior-level solutions. From working with listed tech firms and start-ups and scale-ups like Magentus, Anna.Money and Locatrix, to supporting leadership employee communications, city developments in Africa, Karen brings both breadth and experience.
A graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) she has a deep understanding of board governance and corporate positioning. Whether advising on executive visibility, organisational change or brand reputation, Karen is valued for her judgement, discretion and outcomes-focused approach. With her at the table, clients gain a seasoned partner who knows how to cut through noise, work as a team and deliver messages that move people and business forward.
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Natalie Harms is a passionate communications expert with over 25 years of experience in PR, strategy, and storytelling. She thrives on tackling challenges, connecting the dots, and helping businesses craft impactful messaging. Her expertise spans executive coaching, issues management, campaign development, and content creation.
Specialising in Analyst Relations (AR), Natalie has spent over 20 years working with leading technology companies like IBM and Xero to build strong relationships with industry analysts. AR plays a crucial role in shaping brand reputation, influencing sales, and driving market awareness in the B2B tech space. At its core, her work is about fostering trust, providing insight, and helping businesses navigate change.
