Proud North was founded by Gloria Cilliers, award-winning journalist, editor, copywriter, content strategist, and marketing & communications professional. She has over 24 years’ experience, a Masters Degree in Communications and a self-awarded license to drink copious amounts of coffee whilst writing (her greatest passion).

Gloria gained her “street smarts” as crime and political reporter in South Africa, where she raked in awards as journalist and editor at some of the country’s major national newspapers and magazines. In Canada, she has led top B2B financial trade media and managed corporate marketing and communications for major players in the Property & Casualty insurance industry. 

Expertly merging years of experience in storytelling as journalist and copywriter, knowing the media inside-out and the ins-and-outs of marketing & communications, is what Gloria brings to the table when you partner with Proud North.

And when you work with Proud North, you’ll deal directly with the Founder, so you can rest assured you’re gaining the expertise your brand deserves - and making the right connections with your customers to drive your business forward.