With over two decades of experience across marketing, strategic growth, and executive advising, Kathleen O’Brien Thompson is the powerhouse behind Professional Punch.

As a Fractional CMO and Strategic Growth Advisor, Kathleen partners directly with CEOs, founders, and entrepreneurial teams delivering sharp strategy, polished execution, and measurable results. She brings clarity to chaos and momentum to mission-critical projects, whether she’s launching new service line initiatives or leading full-scale marketing transformations.

Her work spans brand development, lead generation systems, AI-powered customer intelligence tools, and digital-first marketing ecosystems. Clients trust her not just to build their presence—but to build what’s next.

Under her leadership, Professional Punch has become a trusted partner to a diverse range of businesses—including investment firms, financial services providers, speaker bureaus, manufacturers, and national nonprofits. Known for balancing big-picture vision with executional excellence, Kathleen also draws from deep roots in market research, people development, and business operations to shape strategy that’s both data-driven and human-centered.

Ms. O’Brien Thompson graduated Summa Cum Laude and holds a Bachelor’s degree in English & Communications.  She has published numerous articles, has been a guest lecturer at both Arizona State University and Marymount University, and currently serves on the Governance Board for Rightcare.org. where she played a role in passing Arizona Senate Bill 1373, now a state law that raises the standard of care for vulnerable adults.

Her desire to support their mission to empower community partners and deliver outcomes patients cannot find anywhere else—is deeply personal, rooted in her own journey with pancreatic cancer.