About Dawn Gribble & DG Consulting

I provide the forensic strategic insights that global hospitality and foodservice brands use to bridge the gap between their identity and their guests.

As a neurodivergent professional, I excel at systems and processes. I bring a unique perspective that helps businesses discover untapped marketing opportunities, expand into new markets, and better understand consumer behaviour through neuromarketing insights.

With over 25 years of marketing experience across Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Professional Services, and E-commerce, and a first-class degree in Business Management, I specialise in delivering bespoke marketing audits. I partner with businesses to uncover what’s working and what isn’t, offering actionable insights and clear steps for your team to implement. The result? A clear path to long-term success.

A Bespoke Approach to Marketing

For over 25 years, I have helped brands build deep, lasting connections with their ideal guests and commercial clients. I do not offer generic agency packages; I provide a high-level forensic analysis of your strategic DNA to identify exactly where your growth is being throttled.

To maintain this level of forensic detail, I only accept four audit commissions per month. This ensures that every brand I partner with receives my full strategic attention and a roadmap designed for immediate market authority.

Helping Renowned Brands Achieve Success

My approach is built on over two decades of high-stakes experience, from researching international markets for Wagamama to developing social media strategies for the United Nations (UN PRI). Whether working with global hotel groups like Ramada or supply-chain giants like Sysco, the mission has always been to uncover the strategic gaps that hinder growth.

I’ve taken the rigorous methodologies required by these global organisations and refined them into a forensic audit process for a select few clients. I only take on four of these audits each month to ensure I can provide the deep, focused analysis that your business deserves.

For a closer look at how I apply this level of scrutiny to every project, feel free to browse my Case Studies.

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My Experience

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Over 100 five-star reviews
From businesses across Hospitality, Foodservice, E-commerce, and Professional Services.
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International Strategic Reach
Delivered high-impact projects in 15+ countries, solving complex market and cultural challenges.
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Global Keynote Speaker
Speaker at 12+ global conferences, sharing forensic insights on the future of marketing and AI visibility.
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Featured Industry Expert
Recognised expert in TV appearances and leading industry publications across the hospitality sector.

Awards & Accreditations

  • Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing
  • Member of the Institute of Hospitality
  • Judge For The Quality Food Awards
  • First Class Degree in Business Management
  • Google Certified Digital Marketing Expert
  • Guest Lecturer At The Emirates Academy Of Hospitality Management
  • Guest Lecturer At Riphah International University & COTHM Dubai
  • Expert Advisor & Trainer For Sysco Customers
  • Featured Expert In Forbes, Inc., and Sky News

In the Media

I am frequently called upon to share my strategic expertise across leading industry publications, podcasts, and global conferences. My work has been featured at Social Media Week Dubai, and I have served as a high-level judge on The Restaurant Talent Show and for the Quality Food Awards.

My strategic newsletter is currently read by industry professionals in over 86 countries, providing a global perspective on the future of hospitality and digital authority.

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Let’s Collaborate

Global Newsletter Sponsorship

I partner with select brands to reach an elite network of over 13,700 active subscribers across 86 countries. Unlike standard industry newsletters, my updates achieve open rates of up to 47%, offering sponsors unparalleled visibility and engagement with senior decision-makers in the hospitality and foodservice sectors.

On-Demand Strategic Workshops

I provide high-impact, pre-recorded strategic webinars and masterclasses for global audiences. With my LinkedIn sessions frequently attracting over 1,000 registrations, I deliver forensic insights into hospitality trends, AI visibility, and digital authority that teams can implement immediately.

Sponsored Research & Industry Reports

I partner with global hospitality and foodservice brands to produce high-authority, bespoke research and strategic reports. These deep-dive forensic analyses provide the market intelligence and data-driven insights needed to lead the sector.

Interviews, Quotes & Expert Insights

I am available for media interviews, expert commentary, and strategic insights for industry publications, podcasts, and TV. With a newsletter read in over 86 countries, I provide a global perspective on the future of hospitality and digital authority.

Keynote Speaking & Guest Lecturing

From The Emirates Academy Of Hospitality Management to Social Media Week Dubai, I deliver keynote sessions and lectures on the future of hospitality marketing and consumer psychology. I am available for international speaking engagements and high-level industry panels.

Product & Book Reviews

Drawing on my expertise as a judge for both the Quality Food Awards and The Restaurant Talent Show, I offer in-depth, forensic reviews of business tools, software, or foodservice products. My goal is to provide meaningful strategic takeaways while showcasing the real-world value of your product to a global audience.

What People Say About Dawn Gribble

Dawn offered such thoughtful insights into AI and where the foodservice industry is heading. She has a real gift for breaking down complex topics and making them accessible and engaging for everyone in the room. It is rare to find someone who combines deep expertise with the ability to communicate so clearly and compellingly. Dawn is one of the finest writers I have ever come across. Her ability to craft a message with precision and heart is something truly special. We were so fortunate to have Dawn join us as a presenter at our Sysco Virtual Summit. Thank you so much, Dawn, for sharing your time and talents with us. We are grateful and hope to work with you again in the future.
Testimonial by Jay Ashton
Jay Ashton
Sysco
At the recently held Middle East Food Forum in Abu Dhabi, Dawn was the moderator of a panel discussion that I was a part of. Besides being tremendously knowledgeable about Food & Beverage, she demonstrated an instinctive, in-depth understanding of the Middle East Market. Her observations on how food service is evolving in the region were spot on, as were her recommendations on how operators can effectively adapt to the rapidly changing dynamics of the sector. Its always a true pleasure to get acquainted with top notch professionals in their field, and Dawn Gribble, most certainly being one of them, has left an indelible impression
Testimonial by Sanjay Duggle
Sanjay Duggle
Vice President MENAFA
Dawn hosted one of our social media courses for our Hospitality project and delivered a 3-hour talk to over 15 different businesses at our base location. She was extremely approachable, knowledgeable and opened up the lecture style course for any questions throughout urging people to use their phones alongside her when showing different tools. As a marketer myself, I’ve taken lots of tips and stats away from this course and will use in my everyday work. I’d highly recommend Dawn and hope to have her back again in the future!
Testimonial by Niki Thomas
Niki Thomas
Hospitality Table Cornwall

Get in Touch Today

Due to the forensic nature of my work, I only accept four audit commissions per month. This ensures that every brand I partner with receives my full strategic attention and a roadmap designed for immediate market authority.

Please select the area of interest below. If you are applying for one of the remaining audit slots, please provide as much detail as possible to ensure your business is the right fit for this month’s intake.

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