Open to new client partnerships & collaborations

Data-driven marketer & strategist.

Head of Marketing Technology at We Are Crank. 18+ years driving performance marketing, paid media, and ecommerce growth across Meta, Google, and LinkedIn.

Cai Thomas
Cai ThomasHead of Marketing Technology Bath, UK
Experience 18+Years experience
Growth 268%Peak quarterly growth
Purchases 219%Peak purchase growth
Core channels
  • Meta
  • Google
  • LinkedIn
  • WhatsApp
Tech stack
  • HubSpot
  • Salesforce
  • Zapier
  • Shopify
AI tools
  • Claude
  • ChatGPT
Designed with AI

This website was designed by AI. Let me show you how we can help your marketing team effectively use AI.

Get in touch

Clients at We Are Crank

B2B and B2C

B2B

B2C

01

About

With over 18 years of experience across B2B and B2C marketing, I specialise in performance strategy, marketing technology, and paid media execution. Currently Head of Marketing Technology at We Are Crank, I help brands scale sustainably and profitably in competitive markets.

My background spans the full growth stack — from advanced conversion tracking and server-side data infrastructure to creative paid media strategy across Meta, Google, and LinkedIn. I've led cross-functional developer teams as CTO, rebuilt mobile platforms from scratch, and worked with ecommerce brands, high-growth startups, and businesses raising seed to Series D funding.

Away from screens, I serve as Treasurer for Farmborough Pre School and previously sat on Farmborough Parish Council — a reflection of my belief that good strategy, in any context, starts with understanding your community.

  • Meta Ads
  • Google Ads
  • LinkedIn Ads
  • Server-Side Tracking
  • eCommerce Growth
  • B2B Lead Gen
  • Marketing Strategy
  • CRO
02

Numbers that speak for themselves

A selection of outcomes delivered for clients across ecommerce, B2B, and high-growth startups.

219%Increase in purchase volume via Meta & Google Ads (2025)
268%Quarter-on-quarter growth for a startup skincare brand
76%YoY ecommerce conversion rate improvement (2025)
157%Purchase growth for a global beauty brand (2025)
  1. 0138% YoY growth and 157% purchase growth for a global beauty brand (2025)
  2. 02149% YoY growth for a high-end makeup brand (2023–2024)
  3. 03123% Black Friday sales growth for a luxury fashion brand (2024–2025)
  4. 041,000% ROI on implantology services for a national dental brand
  5. 05300% growth in business turnover at Travelopo through strategic partnerships
  6. 06700% growth in inbound partnerships, expanding a global travel supply network
03

Career timeline

  1. 2021 — Present
    We Are Crank

    Head of Marketing Technology

    Active role

    Leading performance strategy, marketing technology, and paid media execution. Specialising in Meta, Google, and LinkedIn Ads — underpinned by enhanced conversion tracking and server-side data — to drive intelligent, profitable scaling for B2B and eCommerce brands.

  2. 2025 — Present
    Farmborough Pre School

    Treasurer

    Active roleVolunteer non-profit role

    Providing financial leadership and strategic oversight to support sustainable operations and enable quality early years education for local families.

  3. 2023
    Farmborough Parish Council

    Advisory Council Member

    Volunteer non-profit role

    Actively contributed to the wellbeing and development of the community. Collaborated with stakeholders to address concerns and drive positive change, evaluating planning applications and overseeing maintenance of parish facilities including the Village Hall, Recreation Ground, and children's playgrounds.

  4. 2023
    SwingHub

    Chief Marketing Officer

    Founding member and dual CMO/CTO at a lifestyle app. Led full rebuild of iOS and Android platform in 6 months. Grew to 18,000 registered users within 3 months of launch through data-driven growth strategy and an influencer launch event reaching 10M+ followers.

  5. 2015 — 2021
    Travelopo

    Head of Marketing

    Business closed

    Transformed the business from a property manager into a thriving OTA. Onboarded 700+ property suppliers, partnered with Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia and more, and spearheaded 300% growth in business turnover. Led cross-functional teams across marketing, tech, operations, and finance.

  6. 2013 — 2015
    Cai Thomas Online Marketing

    Founder & Marketing Consultant

    Business closed

    Delivered bespoke paid advertising, SEO, UX, and social media services for luxury brands. Achieved first-page keyword rankings for all clients and a 1,000% ROI on implantology campaigns for a national dental group.

  7. 2013 — 2015
    All Your Life Group

    Head of Marketing

    Business closed

    Played a pivotal role in expanding the spa and photography franchise network from a single location to 5 franchisees. Drove lead generation growth by over 8000% in 12 months through paid social, SEO, and affiliate marketing.

  8. 2011 — 2013
    Pcdial.com

    Managing Director

    Co-founded and managed a highly successful remote computer support service. Within 12 months, expanded subscriber list to hundreds of recurring support subscribers through strategic PPC, SEO, SMM, and networking. Established partnerships with globally recognized security brands like F-Secure.

  9. 2009 — 2010
    Alternative Bathrooms

    Online Marketing Manager

    Spearheaded the management and growth of a small online bathroom shop, transforming it into one of the UK's fastest-growing luxury bathroom websites. Led the company to achieve 550% growth in 9 months and expanded product range from 500 to 15,000 products.

  10. 2005 — 2009
    HSBC

    Customer Service Officer

    Excelled in providing exceptional service and support to customers as a sales floor manager and frontline representative. Managed sales floor operations, handled cash transactions, and engaged in regulated account sales.

  11. 2006 — 2007
    Skyline Solar UK

    Founder

    Business sold

    Established and managed an ecommerce store specializing in solar panels and wind turbines. Generated 100% SEO-driven traffic and forged international partnerships for efficient drop shipping. Company sold due to academic constraints.

04

Personal projects

Active renovation

Oakhill Cottage

"Restoring a piece of English history, one room at a time."

Away from the world of marketing and technology, I've been undertaking a full renovation of Oakhill Cottage — a charming property dating back to 1747, located just 6 miles from the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath. The project involves sympathetically restoring original period features while bringing the home up to modern standards.

It's a labour of love that demands patience, craft, and an eye for detail — qualities that translate surprisingly well to my professional work. Follow the journey on Instagram.

Location
6 miles from Bath, Somerset
Built
Circa 1747
Status
Active renovation
Follow @oakhill.cottage
Ongoing research

Family History

Genealogy and family tree research, tracing roots across Wales, England & Ireland.

Alongside my professional work, I've developed a deep interest in genealogy — tracing family lines back through the centuries and piecing together the stories of those who came before. It's a pursuit that rewards patience, curiosity, and a love of detective work.

My research focuses on several key surnames spanning Wales, England and Ireland. Each branch holds its own surprises, from Welsh farming communities to unexpected migrations across the country.

Surnames of interest
  • Thomas
  • Evans
  • Wolley
  • Griffiths
  • Kirton
  • Williams
  • Waite
  • Toole
  • O'Toole
View my tree on Ancestry
05 / Contact

Let's work together

Whether you're looking to scale a brand, improve performance marketing, or explore a new opportunity — I'd love to hear from you.

  • Email mail [at] caithomas.com This email is published for genuine human contact only. It may not be harvested, scraped, or used for unsolicited marketing — including outreach based on "legitimate interest". Any such use is explicitly prohibited under UK GDPR Article 21.
  • LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/caithomas
  • Instagram @caithomas44
  • WhatsApp WhatsApp Crank
  • Location Bath, United Kingdom