Kate Borde Personal Management (kbpm) is a talent agency founded in 2017 representing actors, writers and other creatives who work in the dramatic arts. We work to nurture talent and develop long-lasting, rewarding careers

The talent agency is based in Cardiff and is embedded in the thriving arts industry. We are proud of where we’re from and thrilled about the opportunities that are available close to home.

We also have a firm outward focus and aim to connect talented individuals with prospects locally, as well as further afield.

About Kate

Kate has nearly two decades of professional experience within theatre and network television. A Stage Management graduate of the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, Kate has worked at a high profile talent agency, as a casting assistant, and for numerous theatre companies, independent television companies and BBC departments.

Kate has the skills, drive, initiative and commitment to be an effective agent, working to protect and promote creative talent and has an invaluable understanding of what the industry needs.

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Testimonials

“Kate is a bright, talented and very hard working woman who will bring her tenacity, support and council to, what I am sure will be an equally talented, collection of original performers.”

Steve Marmion
Artistic Director, Soho Theatre

“I’ve worked with Kate for over 10 years. She has an incredible eye for talent, a real understanding of the industry – if I were starting out I would want her to be my agent.”

Maggie Russell
Exec Producer, BBC Wales

“Kate is an excellent agent that I am delighted to be represented by. She has a great understanding and passion for our industry and works incredibly hard forging new and nurturing existing relationships with key professionals. Kate cares deeply about my career, always evolving new and innovative paths for us to develop.”

Kerry Joy Stewart, Actor

“Kate is an amazingly hard-working and driven agent who I always feel like I can talk to. I know that Kate knows all of the performers on her books’ specific skills and needs, and she is genuinely interested in the work I want to do. Definitely a 100 on RottenTomatoes!”

Helen Potter, Actor

“As an agent Kate is very attentive to each clients personal needs and strengths, she really cares about her clients and wants to see them do well.”

Elliot Courtiour, Actor

“Kate’s support and guidance has been invaluable to me since graduating. Her dedication to her clients is unmatched and I feel lucky to be represented by such a devoted agent.”

Conor O’Rourke, Actor

“Kate’s intricate understanding and knowledge of each part of the industry makes her an incredible agent. Having recently graduated from drama school and at the start of my career; Kate’s care, guidance and kindness has meant the absolute world. She treats us with the utmost respect, and her consideration for our wants, needs and what we’re comfortable with are invaluable assets of hers. Kate works hard for me, and so I want to work hard for her.”