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Kerry McCreadie

Senior Manager, Organic Growth at Homebase

Kerry McCreadie is the Senior Manager of Organic Growth at Homebase, where they lead SEO, content strategy, and educational resources designed to help small businesses with hourly teams run better. Since joining Homebase in 2024, Kerry has focused on creating accessible, actionable content that addresses the real challenges small business owners face every day.

With over 10 years of experience in small business marketing—spanning roles at Yellow Pages, FreshBooks, Personify, and Homebase—Kerry has developed hundreds of templates and resources for small business owners, partnered with Google to help small charities access grant programs for paid marketing, and built education programs that deliver just-in-time learning when business owners need it most.

Kerry doesn't just market to small businesses—they live it. They've run an arts and culture nonprofit for over a decade, previously operated their own photography business, and started their career in the trenches of small retail, working their way up from inventory management to sales floor to keyholder. This hands-on experience informs everything they create, ensuring Homebase's content speaks to the realities of running a small business.

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Shift Differential: What It Is, How It Works, and How Much It Pays

Shift differential: what it is, how to calculate it, and typical pay rates.

How To Create A Work Schedule For Employees: Free Templates & Guide

Work schedules fall apart without the right setup. Free templates included.

Stress-Free Finance Tips for Small Businesses

Less financial stress, more time to run your business.

Restaurant Business Plan: How To Write One (+ Free Template)

A restaurant business plan covers concept, P&L, and staffing. Template included.

How to Pay Tips to Employees: A Guide for SMBs (2024)

Tipping rules vary by business. Get the full breakdown for 2026.

Shift Swap Guide: How to Let Employees Trade Shifts Safely

A shift swap policy keeps coverage tight and overtime predictable. Templates.