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Commercial strategy and implementation for a new era of aerospace!
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a new era in aerospace

The companies rising now are the ones willing to think differently.
The aerospace sector is moving through one of its most significant transitions in decades. AI-enabled systems, automation, advanced air mobility, micro-launch, in-orbit servicing and sustainable flight technologies are reshaping global competitiveness.

The key to future success lies in mastering niche skills, embracing disruptive technologies and refining advanced processes, and the organisations gaining real traction are the ones that do this with agility, intention and boldness in how they respond to change.

Meanwhile, supply-chain pressures are increasing: rising aircraft demand, labour shortages, limited production capacity and the global race to build next-generation aerospace capability. These challenges cannot be addressed with yesterday’s mindset. They demand forward-thinking leadership, sharper commercial strategy and in many cases, a cultural shift from how things have traditionally been done.

The good news? Seasons like this create extraordinary opportunity. While incumbents look right, innovators often rise from the left, bringing new capabilities, new energy and a new way of solving long-standing problems.

Built for Aerospace Organisations That Refuse to Stand Still

The companies shaping the next era of aerospace are not the ones maintaining the status quo. They’re the ones willing to question long-held assumptions and pursue commercial clarity with conviction.
The Launch Strategist acts as both strategic partner and implementation engine  helping you break through the barriers that slow technical organisations down. From sharpening your narrative to building commercial systems that scale, we bring a fresh perspective grounded in deep sector expertise.

our approach

Strengthens social and economic relevance, whilst driving revenue
Builds narratives that resonate with customers, partners and investors
Creates growth pathways that reflect both opportunity and responsibility

Advancing Next-Generation Aerospace

Strategy and implementation for organisations shaping the future of flight and space
AI, automation, AAM, new-space and sustainable flight are transforming the sector. Old playbooks no longer work. TLS helps aerospace organisations strengthen their relevance, accelerate growth and build resilience in an industry being redefined in real time.
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our strategic edge

Where commercial strategy meets hands-on implementation.

Most aerospace consultancies advise from a distance. The Launch Strategist works inside the business with you.

We help aerospace and space organisations:

  • Improve commercial traction and market presence
  • Unlock new customer, investment and partnership opportunities
  • Build resilient, future-ready business models
  • Translate engineering excellence into commercial impact 
  • Strengthen their social and economic relevance

What makes us different?

  • Strategy and implementation (not one or the other)
  • Deep aerospace and new-space industry expertise
  • Quick wins that lead into long-term transformation programmes
  • Purpose-driven approach grounded in sector impact

The Launch Strategist helps organisations navigate complexity with clarity, and move from technical strength to commercial success.

Leadership aerospace

YOUR FIRST STEP: THE FLIGHT PATH STRATEGY SESSION

A focused strategic catalyst designed to create an immediate breakthrough.

In 90 minutes we:

  • Solve one high-value commercial or strategic barrier
  • Generate immediate momentum
  • Identify deeper issues limiting growth
  • Prioritise actions for the next 30–90 days
  • Determine if TLS is the right long-term partner

Flight Path is the gateway to every engagement — a high-impact, low-risk first step that delivers clarity fast.

Testimonials

Our clients give us high praise

We're committed to driving results for our clients!

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Add Fire Power

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Katrina really helped our business and mentored our Marketing Manager for several months. During this time she gave us a better structure and helped our marketing team to be more effective. Whilst her specialism is start ups, she also added significant value to our BAU. Would highly recommend to anyone needing input to either add fire power to your existing team or to give you support if you’re launching a new business or product line. She is a pleasure to work with.
Jason Blakey
Co-Founder
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Gleeson Recruiment Group

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Knows Aerospace

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Katrina of The Launch Strategist was great in breaking the process of marketing down into actions that can be taken. Her webinar provided a useful guide to being intentional in planning to get more out of your efforts. The Launch Strategist approach encourages a view of marketing which is a whole company effort and infuses everything you do. Katrina obviously understands the Aerospace industry in terms of its culture and challenges and had some valuable practical advice for building the profile and visibility of a company in the supply chain. She delivered her talk in an engaging and thought-provoking way with energy and humour.
Nicola Deards
Tecnology Manager
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Midlands Aerospace Alliance

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Impactful advice

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Katrina Douglas delivered impactful communications and PR coaching workshops as part of the Future of Air Mobility Accelerator. Her sessions were clear, engaging, and full of practical advice—helping startups refine their messaging, build media confidence, and communicate their value with clarity. A fantastic asset to the programme.
David Watters
Accelerator Programme Manager
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Connected Places Catapult, FOAM

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The Missing Piece

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The Launch Strategist is the missing piece you need in your Marketing strategy. It’s the bridge between lots of ideas and actually creating a workable and digestible strategy to get you where you want to be. Katrina’s methods and systems are leading edge. She expertly guides you through and out of the fog of your brain into a bright path that is easy to follow. We loved working with Katrina.
Denise Nurse
Co-Founder
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Black Founders Hub

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absolute God-send

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Katrina has been an absolute God-send. Her clear focus and professionalism are second to none. Thanks to Katrina our company's profile has risen significantly. She has helped us get from ideation to finally trading as a fully-fledged company. The insights that Katrina has assembled through the development of toolkits used in her 6P framework have set us on a path to commercial success. I'm still trying to nab her as my head of marketing and communications but she wants to continue to help as many people as possible launch their legacies. She's an amazing find and it's been an absolute blessing to work with her.
André Skepple
CEO and Founder
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FullSpektrum®

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Strategic Thinker

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​Katrina Douglas successfully managed our UK marketing team for more than 4 years, and I have to admit that she is one of the best professionals I’ve had the privilege to manage. She is not only a highly competent marketer and a great strategic thinker, but she is also a very smart and ambitious business person, constantly fighting for success through hard work and determination. I also want to put into relief Katrina’s people skills, because she is a very respectful person, sensitive and open to others, who constantly shows her great ability to actively listen and to always find the right words. Katrina was appreciated by everyone everywhere and is definitely a great value for any company!
Georges Coradinho
Head of Marketing Europe and North America
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Ionos

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Methodical

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Before we started working with The Launch Strategist, we had no roadmap for our content marketing. The strategy was there, but it was top level and we needed to turn that into something actionable. Katrina was great to work with, knowledgeable, methodical and understanding of our particular business needs. We now have confidence in the direction we are taking and a fully actionable plan to take our ideas, products and services to market.
Freccia Benn
Co-Founder
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Lumify Energy

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Marketing Machine

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Katrina is a marketing machine. She is thorough efficient and effective. She understands the importance of scalable marketing, and has a vast depth of expertise in digital and online marketing.
Richard Gamble
CEO
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Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer

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Hands on Mentality

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I have been working with Katrina on many sales projects during the past years with 1&1. She has been a great partner supporting our efforts to get a field sales force going in the UK. I very much appreciated Katrinas hands on mentality and the great work in preparing sales material for our sales force. I specifically am very thankful for taking the lead in organizing the 1st attendance of 1&1 at the business Show in London. We were able to present ourselves in a very professional way thanks to her. I fully recommend Katrina and am happy to provide further info.
René Grunwald
Head of Product Management
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GMX Intl., 1&1 Mail & Media GmbH

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Highly recommended

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Katrina's style, quality of content, and delivery format were exactly what an early stage start-up like mine required. The outputs have given us a great foundation to build on and we look forward to welcoming Katrina back as we take our next steps. Highly recommended!
Michael Ekpe
Founder
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did you know

Global aircraft demand is projected to double over the next 20 years, while the aerospace supply chain is already operating at or near capacity.

WHO WE WORK WITH

TLS partners with organisations shaping the next era of flight and space:

Growth-focused aerospace SMEs

Tier-2 and Tier-3 suppliers strengthening their positioning

AAM innovators (eVTOL, autonomy, vertiports, regional mobility)

New-space companies (micro-launch, constellations, in-orbit servicing)

Engineering-led teams lacking commercial capacity

Organisations preparing for investment, expansion or partnerships

Aerospace-adjacent companies entering the sector (AI, automation, materials, robotics)

If your organisation wants stronger traction, clearer direction or long-term competitive relevance — we can help

Your Growth Pathway

The Flight Path Strategy Session is the starting point.
The Growth Pathway shows where you go next.

Strategic Blueprint

Implementation Projects

Ongoing Strategic Partnership

Strategic Blueprint

A complete commercial and organisational roadmap built for the next era of aerospace.

Includes:

  • Market positioning
  • Value proposition & messaging
  • Customer segmentation
  • Go-to-market strategy
  • Revenue growth drivers
  • Impact narrative
  • Partnership &investor readiness
  • Organisational priorities

Outcome: a clear 12–18 month strategy for commercial relevance and sector impact‍

Implementation Projects

Hands-on delivery to turn strategy into tangible traction.

Execution support in:

  • Commercial development & BD systems
  • Market positioning & strategic messaging
  • Communications and content strategy
  • Team capability-building
  • Customer acquisition infrastructure
  • Partnership and investor development
  • Proposal, bid and funding support

‍‍Outcome: measurable commercial momentum

Ongoing Strategic Partnership

Long-term advisory for leadership teams navigating change.

You gain:

  • Ongoing strategic direction
  • Decision-making support
  • Accountability and progress monitoring
  • Fast response to sector shifts and market pressures

Outcome: resilience, relevance and sustained growth

About The Founder

The Launch Strategist is led by Katrina Douglas, a seasoned strategist with over 20 years of experience helping organisations grow, innovate and lead through change.

Her mission is simple:


To help aerospace organisations strengthen their impact, increase their relevance and build businesses that endure in a rapidly evolving sector.

With a background spanning commercial strategy, innovation, and organisational leadership, Katrina brings a rare blend of insight, clarity and hands-on execution to every engagement.

Trusted by decision makers who built successful legacies

Catapult Connected Places
SFE
Gleeson Recruitment Group
Full Spektrum
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