About The Creativity Bank

Hi, I’m Milly

Hello, I’m Milly: brand designer and professional problem-solver, with nearly a decade of experience in marketing strategy, and a naturally tech-savvy mind.

I’ve worked in lots of different fields, from fine art galleries and arts charities, to teaching art in special education settings, to years of experience within the marketing and design industries – so I know there’s no single approach that works for every situation. 

I love bringing my bank of experience into new projects, with the confidence I’ll always be able to find a creative way forward.

“Growing up on the south coast now based from a hillside home studio in the Cotswolds nature is the root of my inspiration”

Why The Creativity Bank?

MEANINGFUL CONNECTION MATTERS

When I worked in an art gallery, it was great to be surrounded by beautiful visual art all day, every day, but actually most of my job was about repetitive tasks and passionless selling. I felt completely out of touch with other creative people. 

So I switched to working for an exciting marketing start-up, using my problem-solving skills to help small businesses launch successfully… but as the company grew, I realised that once again I was missing that authentic person-to-person connection.

Now one of my joys is working closely with explorers, healers and fellow creatives, discovering what inspires you, and weaving that into our work together. 

In fact, it’s something I have in common with most of my clients, who seek to connect with others in innovative, life-changing ways. I work with artists, healers of all kinds (acupuncturists, nutritionists, naturopaths), mental health advocates, sustainable product brands, explorers with a passion for travel, and more!

Could we work well together?

I resonate with how you’re feeling. You want someone to bring creative solutions to your business, but not just anyone. You want someone you can trust. You want someone who understands. My clients felt the same way you do.

Whether it’s a design element, or a plan for growth, it’s all tailored to you.

  • You instinctively know that a standard template approach doesn’t fit the way you work.

  • You’d like to feel empowered to make the changes you need to, collaborating on a way forward that feels natural.

  • You’re passionate about building an ethical business, with sustainability at its heart, and making a positive impact with whatever you do.

Let’s unlock our creativity!

So many creative and intuitive people feel the same way I used to: too much time spent on systems and launches, not enough time aligned with your unique gifts and the core reasons for doing what you do.

Occasionally I feel like marketing strategy might not be the most meaningful way to change the world… but then I see the impact my clients go on to have after we’ve worked together, and I know I’m part of the solution too.

Sounds perfect! Let’s get started.

A few facts about me -

  • I love to travel and explore with my husband to be and our dog, spending time outside on long walks and hikes. In lockdown I fell in love with the beauty of the UK all over again, especially the Cotswolds.

  • My passion for holistic health and wellbeing started in my early twenties, when traditional medicine wasn’t making much difference for me. I tried acupuncture and nutritional approaches to help my body heal, and never looked back.

  • Wild swimming is my latest passion! Whether in the sea or lakes you will find me where the cold water is!

  • Discovering how to live more sustainably is a constant lesson, but I’m learning everyday to make positive changes for the planet, from the food I eat to the products I use. 

  • And of course, I love art and creativity in all its forms!

  • "Milly is and will continue to be a very important and valued partner to Hornbeam Workplace Wellbeing."

    When I started my business I created and managed my own website through an off the shelf hosting site and created a logo on an online store. It was ok and did the job, however as my business was evolving and growing it no longer hit the mark.

    As soon as I met Milly we hit it off, she took the time to understand me and my business and helped me to identify what I wanted from my website and my brand in the future. I felt her service was personal, that I was important to her and as a result I now have a beautiful brand and logo that looks professional and fits my business as it grows.

    My website is bespoke and has a wonderful flow, the colours and design is exactly what I wanted, even if I didn’t really know what that was at the beginning of this process. I would absolutely recommend Milly and the Creativity Bank for any business looking for something personal and a little bit special. Milly is and will continue to be a very important and valued partner to Hornbeam Workplace Wellbeing.

    Claire Bennet - Hornbeam Workplace Wellbeing

  • "Milly goes above and beyond"

    I'm really enjoying working with Milly on my website, she is professional, friendly and brings creativity, elegance and class into her work and she makes the whole experience fun! Milly has been so understanding throughout the project and very accommodating. She has really taken the time to understand the 'Shift' branding and what we stand for and gives insightful and reflective feedback.

    Milly has connected me with SEO and Copy writing specialists which has saved me so much time than if I were to source them myself. She has also helped me with photography and videography. Milly goes above and beyond throughout the website research, design and creation process.

    Robin Watkins-Davis - Shift Movement

  • "Milly was a delight to work with. I hope to be working with Milly to promote my publishing business and my fantasy series for many years to come!"

    Milly was a delight to work with. She even read my novel to ensure that she created exactly the right feel for the wonderful video trailers she created.

    She's also helped me enormously with social media (not my forte). I hope to be working with Milly to promote my publishing business and my fantasy series for many years to come!

    Rosalind Tate - Author - The Shorten Chronicals

  • I trust her judgement implicitly and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone.

    Right from the moment I met Milly I knew we were going to be great friends. She is sunshine in human form and my day is invariably brightened by her presence.

    Milly has an eye for detail and aesthetic that she weaves into every interaction, and thus is always my first port of call for advice or guidance on everything from my own business to home design. I trust her judgement implicitly and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone.

    Briony Cobb - Moonshadow Yoga & Holistic Health Coaching

  • "Milly is a creative soul with a wealth of knowledge and expertise. I was blown away by the technicalities of brand design and the importance of understanding the purpose of what you are trying to achieve with your business marketing."

    Milly is a creative soul with a wealth of knowledge and expertise. I was blown away by the technicalities of brand design and the importance of understanding the purpose of what you are trying to achieve with your business marketing.

    Her solutions look fantastic but the true value lies in the amount of thought behind each design. She takes your ideas and turns them into what your clients need to see, in order for them to be effective. Your branding is being built to last.

    I am hugely impressed with Milly’s services and will confidently recommend her to my clients, friends and family and networking colleagues.

    Chris Adams - Chronic Pain Specialist