Kerry McCreadie

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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To Tip or Not To Tip? Tip Fatigue Has Us Second Guessing

With an increase in tipping, people are feeling tip fatigue. But how much should you tip, and to who? We've got the answers.

Restaurant Manager Job Description: Tips to Mix Up your Search + Template

Hire the right restaurant manager with a clear job description. Get responsibilities, must-have skills, interview questions, and a ready-to-use template.

Benefits and best practices of timesheets for salaried employees

Boost productivity with timesheets for salaried employees. Learn best practices for tracking hours and managing tasks efficiently.

Swing Shifts Explained: What Are They and When Should You Use Them?

Learn what a swing shift is, the pros and cons, and how to manage swing shift schedules like a pro without burning out your team.

Is Mandatory Overtime Legal? What Employers Need to Know

Is mandatory overtime legal? Learn when employees can refuse, how overtime affects taxes, and how to manage it without burning out your team.

How to improve employee time management to boost productivity

Are you or your small business team struggling to manage time effectively? Discover our tips to boost productivity, save money, and reduce burnout.

Step-by-step Guide: How to Take Inventory for Your Business

Taking a physical count of inventory doesn't have to be a hassle. Find tips on planning, executing and using technology for better results.