Well, ‘We’ is actually ‘I’.
Hi, I’m Laura — founder of Ascend Social and a lifelong believer in the power of health, movement, and mindset.
Before I ever stepped into the world of marketing, I spent my childhood as a professional swimmer, competing nationally from the age of 12 to 17. With 4am training starts and weekends spent travelling the country and even representing England in talent camps - discipline, dedication, and wellness became second nature to me. That experience didn’t just shape my lifestyle; it shaped who I am.
With a degree in Business and Marketing and a career in fast-moving consumer goods, I’ve spent the last three years immersed in brand and shopper marketing. I’ve seen how powerful strategy and storytelling can be, but I also know that for small health and fitness businesses, time is tight, and social media can feel like a full-time job.
I started Ascend Social to help small (or big), passionate businesses in the health and fitness space grow their presence, tell their story, and connect with their community, without the overwhelm. Whether you're running a gym, launching a wellness product, or sharing your expertise in nutrition or Pilates (a personal love of mine!), I’m here to help you scale your socials and build something meaningful.
What makes me different?
I live and understand the world my clients operate in. With a background in elite sport and a lifelong passion for health, fitness, and nutrition, I bring genuine insight into the mindset of your audience. And while I’ve got the hands-on experience from working alongside leading media and marketing teams, I also know what it means to show up consistently, whether it’s for a gym session, a content plan, or your business goals. I’m all about the balance: the grind, the growth, and the time to pause (hello, spa day). I’m not just here to manage your socials, I’m here to help your brand rise.
Accreditation - Social Media Geniuses Course: Social Media Marketing Management
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At Ascend social, we help health & fitness brands rise. We empower businesses to scale their social presence, connect with their communities, and grow their reach - without the overwhelm. Through smart strategy, creative content, and authentic storytelling, we make social media simple, impactful and a powerful tool for growth.
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To empower health and fitness brands to rise with confidence by building real connections, showing up with purpose and growing a powerful presence online.
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Wellbeing First
We are proud to champion health, fitness and positive lifestyles through the brands we support and the communities we help to build.
Collaboration
We work side-by-side with our clients, becoming trusted partners in their growth journey.
Empowerment
Growth isn’t about magic or luck — it’s about showing up, believing in yourself, and putting in the work every day. This is your time to rise. Own your journey, take control, and remember: every big achievement starts with one small step.
Who we are
our services
our services
At Ascend Social we offer bold, strategic social media management for health and fitness brands ready to grow and show up online. From content planning and creation to community building and results that matter — we’ll take social off your plate, so you can stay focused on what you do best.
Contact us
We’d love to help you grow your brand through the power of social media. Whether you’re looking to build your online presence, create engaging content, or run impactful campaigns, we’re here to support you!
Get in touch with us today to start the conversation and lets’ take your social media marketing to the next level.