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About Solara

With almost 20 years of marketing experience across Australasia, Kristen has worked in a wide range of industries – from Large Scale FMCG and Not-for-Profit to Local Government.
Her career has been driven by a passion for connecting brands with the right audience and turning leads into sales through smart, engaging marketing strategies including social media, email marketing, and meaningful audience engagement.
 
As the founder and face of Solara Marketing, Kristen works directly with clients to understand their goals and bring their brand to life.
 
Behind her is a full team of specialists, each an expert in their field, ready to deliver results. When you work with Kristen, you get both her personal guidance and the power of a whole agency focused on growing your brand’s visibility and impact.
ALL OUR SERVICES
With almost 20 years of marketing experience across Australasia, Kristen has worked in a wide range of industries – from Large Scale FMCG and Not-for-Profit to Local Government.
Her career has been driven by a passion for connecting brands with the right audience and turning leads into sales through smart, engaging marketing strategies including social media, email marketing, and meaningful audience engagement.
 
As the founder and face of Solara Marketing, Kristen works directly with clients to understand their goals and bring their brand to life.
 
Behind her is a full team of specialists, each an expert in their field, ready to deliver results. When you work with Kristen, you get both her personal guidance and the power of a whole agency focused on growing your brand’s visibility and impact.
ALL OUR SERVICES

Our Core Values

Integrity – honesty and transparency in everything we do

Customer Focus – clients are at the heart of our decisions

Expertise – leveraging global industry knowledge for your benefit

Reliability – dependable support at every step, especially at claim time

Innovation – using the latest tools to deliver smarter insurance

Ethics – always prioritising clients’ best interests

The Solara Vision

“To be the marketing partner that makes every brand visible, memorable, and

impactful, combining expert strategy, original content, and a results-driven approach.”

Why Work With Us

Innovative Solutions

using the latest technology for seamless service

Comprehensive Coverage

full spectrum of personal and business insurance

Personalised Advice

tailored protection that avoids gaps and overpaying

Access to Wide Range of Insurers

compare and choose from multiple providers

Claims Support & Advocacy

we handle the process on your behalf

Ongoing Policy Review

keeping your cover aligned as life changes

Premium Funding

spread costs with flexible monthly instalments

The Solara Mission “To help businesses of all sizes bring their brand to life, connect with their audience through authentic, engaging marketing, and deliver results that drive growth.”

Kristen Ryan

Client Testimonials

Kristen has been fantastic in helping us reach a wider, targeted audience with our social media and comms. Very professional work ethic and output, visually appealing content creation. Happy to recommend highly and will continue to utilise Kristen to assist us when we can.
Michelle Dowsett
Executive Officer Gippsland Community Foundation
Good job today! You boosted my cred-ibility and got everyone on-board with the project including all of my fellow directors! P.S. the Fenner divisional Finance Director got a copy of our new brochure and told us how impressed he was. He really likes it!
Paul J. Edwards
Marketing Director, James Dawson
It was a pleasure working with Kristen at East Gippsland Marketing during my time as a volunteer board member. She was a great asset to the team and has a flair for marketing, particularly for tourism / destination marketing. Kristen has also been a great support for the East Gippsland Winter Festival and has helped promote the event and attract thousands of visitors to the region in the quiet off-peak season. She will be missed in East Gippsland but I'm sure you'll do great things in her future endeavours.
Adam Bloem
East Gippsland Winter Festival
I have employed Tony and his design studio many times over the past 20 or so years and in my opinion is one of the best designers in the market. He is unusual for a “creative” guy in that he is also a good businessman and is willing to go the extra mile to ensure you get what you want. He has done everything from corporate branding to print production for me and I would have a real problem trying to find someone else to replace his extensive industry expertise and creative flare.”
Steve Lloyd
MD at Technology Shops

Frequently Asked Questions:

A: We act in your best interests – not the insurer’s.  We help you compare policies, avoid underinsurance, and support you at claim time.

A: Initial consultations are free. We’re upfront about any fees and always let you know before proceeding.

A:  We specialize in business and retail insurance, including professional indemnity, management liability, public liability, property, and more.  We’ll work with you to find the right cover for your situation.

A: Yes – this is where we really add value.  If you need to make a claim, we manage the process for you, advocate on your behalf, and make sure you get the best possible outcome.

A: We review your needs, then compare policies and pricing across our panel of insurers.  Our focus is always on value and suitability, not just the cheapest premium.

A: Absolutely.  Even if you cover is with another broker or insurer, we can review it and let you know if it still fit-for-purpose, or if there are better options available.

A: It’s simple- just contact us for a no-obligation review.  We’ll discuss your needs, gather the right information, and provide clear, tailored recommendations.