New business appointments at female-led Harrogate firm that is 'one of Yorkshire’s 50 Most Exciting Companies 2025'
Two female Harrogate business leaders who have been making waves since they set up their own successful agency six years ago have made two key appointments.
Founded in 2019 by co-directors Jennifer Brennan and Clare Vokes, leading research agency Harlow Consulting has promoted two key team members as part of its continued investment in its talent base.
Ellie Moore has moved to the role of Research Manager after three years at the agency, while Kirsty Ainslie has been promoted to Research Support & Operations Manager after joining 18 months ago as Research and Operations Administrator.
Picked as one of Yorkshire’s 50 Most Exciting Companies for 2025 by Insider magazine, the fast-growing business maintains a strong focus on team wellbeing and giving back to environmental and community causes.
The consultancy works across a range of sectors, specialising in construction, heritage, arts, and healthcare. Clients include Historic Houses, DCMS, Historic England, the NHS, and the British Film Institute (BFI).
Ellie Moore began her career working in the music and performing arts sector after graduating from the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts.
Whilst working for a London based music charity, she found a passion for research and evaluation.
"This led her to complete a Masters in Social Research Methods at Goldsmith’s University whilst working to improve her skills.
Ellie said: “I joined Harlow Consulting at the end of 2022 with an ambition to do broader research work and, since then I’ve completed more than 40 research and evaluation projects.
"One of the joys of my job is collaborating with passionate people in different sectors.
"Research does change lives. It can push forward innovations as well as identify the best course of action to make positive change.”
Kirsty’s background in administrative support and compliance comes from more than 15 years’ experience in a variety of sectors including Banking, Financial Services, Insurance and Retail.
Kirsty said: “I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to continue to develop my career here.
“Harlow Consulting has a strong reputation and a great culture of wellbeing for its employees, making it a great business to work for.”
More information: https://www.harlowconsulting.co.uk/