Catherine Caplis
Joint Managing Director and co-owner of CIB
With more than 30 years’ experience in construction marketing, Catherine has worked both agency and in-house, representing some of the biggest industry brands. She has spent her career helping businesses communicate their products, ideas and issues in ways that engage their audiences and deliver tangible results. Her expertise spans strategic marketing, public relations, content, digital and social media, advertising and brand development. Throughout her career, Catherine has worked across manufacturers, trade associations, merchants and construction businesses. She has particular experience in translating technically complex subjects into compelling communications, combining a deep understanding of the construction landscape with a strong belief in creative, commercially focused marketing. A passionate advocate for high-quality communications, Catherine has written extensively on construction marketing, content, social media and wider industry issues. She also champions the role communications can play in improving perceptions of construction and encouraging a broader and more diverse range of people to see the industry as an exciting place to build a career. Today, Catherine combines the strategic leadership of CIB with hands-on involvement in client communications, drawing on decades of sector knowledge to ensure the agency continues to deliver intelligent, creative and effective marketing for the built environment.


