Amanda Martin and Wendy Taylor Bring Decades of Cutting-Edge Experience to Leading Legal Marketing and Business Development Consulting Firm
DENVER, CO, —January 20, 2026: Gladstone Growth Strategies is pleased to announce the addition of two new experienced consultants: Amanda Martin (pictured) and Wendy Taylor.
“Amanda and Wendy are fantastic additions to our group,” said Craig Brown, Founder and CEO of Gladstone Growth Strategies. “Now more than ever, law firms and their marketing and business development teams need thoughtful, actionable advice and counsel. Both Amanda and Wendy bring years of practical experience to their consulting and our clients – both current and future – will benefit immensely from their deep understanding of the challenges facing law firm business development and marketing and their creative problem identification and problem solving.”
Martin is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and brings more than 20 years of experience in strategic project leadership, operations optimization, and data-driven execution. She has led high-impact initiatives across professional services organizations that prioritize precision, compliance, and measurable outcomes. Her consulting approach emphasizes simplicity, clarity, and disciplined execution – ensuring that post-strategy implementation is efficient, achievable, and impactful without unnecessary complexity. Recognized for her ability to transform complex strategies into scalable, efficient workflows, Martin has guided organizations through modernization efforts in legal operations, marketing, business development, and technology environments.
Her areas of focus include law firm project and workflow optimization, data management planning, legal technology modernization, and process design that aligns people, systems, and strategic goals. She also brings hands-on expertise integrating AI-enabled project frameworks and operational infrastructure that support sustainable, long-term growth.
“I’m energized to join a firm that values strategic rigor paired with practical execution,” said Martin. “Gladstone’s commitment to helping firms solve real operational bottlenecks while unlocking growth opportunities aligns perfectly with how I approach consulting. I look forward to partnering with firms that are ready to move strategy forward with focus and confidence.”
Taylor has more than 25 years of experience helping law firms and lawyers drive revenue growth by developing innovative solutions that enhance market position, generate business and shape the client experience.
Drawing on decades of experience as a CMBDO for some of the world’s most prestigious law firms, Taylor helps clients enhance their marketing and business development function and position them for maximum success. Her practice focus includes marketing department optimization, recruitment and talent development, senior level marketing and business development support, and client growth strategies.
“I am thrilled to join Gladstone and lead the recruitment and talent development practice,” said Taylor. “I have been impressed with Gladstone’s strategic growth and ability to stay one step ahead of the changing dynamics in the marketplace. As one of the first in the legal business development AI advisory space, and recent launch of the client experience improvement program, Gladstone is at the forefront of driving change in the legal industry and I am excited to be part of it.”
About Gladstone Growth Strategies
Gladstone Growth Strategies focuses on helping lawyers, law firms and marketing and business development professionals achieve their highest potential. Gladstone’s team works directly with Marketing & Business Development Department Leadership, Managing Partners, Chief Operating Officers, Executive Directors, Partners, and Associates to help generate revenue, create value and share knowledge. Each solution is tailored to the unique characteristics of the client firm and takes into account a variety of factors, including strategic direction, economics, culture, and the use of technology. Visit www.gladgrowth.com.
