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Aligning data strategy to business strategy

At Black Antler, we partner with executives to turn data investments into business outcomes that actually matter. While 85% of data projects fail to deliver real results, we bridge the critical gap between strategy to activation—aligning teams, sharpening strategies, and bringing understanding of your data.

Ready to be part of the 15% that gets it right?

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Does This Sound Like You?

You've got data—but are you putting it to work?

You’ve invested in data, but you’re not seeing results.

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Your team feels misaligned or incomplete.

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Insights are there, but execution is missing.

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You need strategic clarity—but also hands-on implementation.

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You’re hearing about AI everywhere—but what does it actually mean for your business?

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Unlock the Full Value of Your Data

Data alone isn’t enough. Discover how to align data with business strategy to drive real results. Get our one-page guide showing how to frame your data and insights within your business’ context so you can hit the bullseye every time.

Why Black Antler?

Strategy led, value driven, human centered.

STRATEGIC INSIGHT

We help you align data strategy with business goals, uncovering the most valuable opportunities for growth and efficiency.

ACTIVATION + IMPLEMENTATION

We don’t just deliver reports—we partner with you to embed insights into workflows, engage your people, and drive sustainable results.

PEOPLE-CENTRIC APPROACH

Transformation works when your people are engaged. We focus on leadership, team coaching, and building emotional intelligence inside your business.

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Aligning data strategy to business strategy.

Aligning data strategy to business strategy.

How We Help

Strategic clarity + practical execution = real results

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    AI & DATA ACCELERATOR

    A practical, proven three-step approach for moving from strategy to activation. Backed by a team of former Fortune 100 data and analytics leaders, we know what works and what does not work. We can plug in at any phase to help you build momentum and reach activation with confidence.

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    ADVISORY SERVICES

    - Executive Partnership for top-tier strategic alignment.

    - Workshops that uncover insights and unlock momentum.

    - Training that builds confident, capable teams.

    - Fractional & Interim Leadership from experts who’ve operated at Fortune 100 scale and can deliver from day one.

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    Explore bringing Kira in for an energetic keynote from a former Fortune 100 Data, AI, and Analytics leader. She blends sharp insight with humor as she shares lessons learned, best practices, successes, and failures which leaves audiences refreshed, energized, and inspired.

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Every Name Has a Story—Here’s Ours

The name Black Antler is more than just a combination of words—it’s our reflection of where we’ve been, the experiences that shaped us, and how we’re shaping our future.

Black stands for strength, depth, and calm authority.
Antler symbolizes growth, wisdom, and resilience—qualities earned through challenge, time, and renewal. 

Just as antlers shed and regrow, we do not just copy the old, but identify what is needed for the year ahead.  We keep the strong, release the outdated, and build to the future.

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Kira Barclay

Meet the Founder

Deep expertise. Bold truthfulness. Relentless energy.

Kira Barclay founded Black Antler Advisory & Consulting to help leaders unlock the true value of their data—because data alone doesn’t drive change, people do.

With a background in Fortune 100 leadership and a track record of driving measurable results, Kira brings a rare blend of strategic insight and people-first execution.

MEET KIRA + THE TEAM

Real Results, Real Impact

  • “Kira's unique blend of professionalism, approachability and energy is not only contagious, but it also fosters a highly engaged work environment. Her dedication to employees and commitment to creating an empowering culture made working for her one of the most rewarding experiences in my career."

    — G. B.

  • “Kira's approach is nothing short of transformative. She possesses a remarkable talent for untangling the most complex business challenges with precision and insight that consistently leaves stakeholders both impressed and engaged."

    — M

  • "Kira possesses extensive experience in leading data and analytics teams, with a strong emphasis on driving organizational change and improvement. She is one of the most dynamic leaders I have had the privilege to work with, distinguished by her high energy, exceptional care, and empathy for people, which exceeds that of many other leaders."

    — A. K.

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Real Results, Real Impact

  • “Kira's unique blend of professionalism, approachability and energy is not only contagious, but it also fosters a highly engaged work environment. Her dedication to employees and commitment to creating an empowering culture made working for her one of the most rewarding experiences in my career."

    — G. B.

  • “Kira's approach is nothing short of transformative. She possesses a remarkable talent for untangling the most complex business challenges with precision and insight that consistently leaves stakeholders both impressed and engaged."

    — M

  • "Kira possesses extensive experience in leading data and analytics teams, with a strong emphasis on driving organizational change and improvement. She is one of the most dynamic leaders I have had the privilege to work with, distinguished by her high energy, exceptional care, and empathy for people, which exceeds that of many other leaders."

    — A. K.

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