Mark Anderson
The UK has always been an incubator for innovation and enterprise. The country’s startup scene is no exception, showcasing a diverse range of industries. A standout sector amongst these is Brand Marketing – a crucial element for any business hoping to build a strong brand and connect with their audience. In this edition of our UK startup series, we highlight some of the freshest faces in the brand marketing realm – companies that were founded in 2020 or later. These startups are not just surviving but thriving in the midst of challenging circumstances, pushing boundaries, and rapidly rising to prominence.
The unique brand development strategies adopted by these innovative companies provide insights into the future of advertising and brand marketing. Their groundbreaking ideas and tactics are transforming the industry by blending cutting-edge technology with traditional branding principles. These companies are quickly making themselves indispensable to businesses in the UK and beyond, helping them cut through the noise in increasingly cluttered markets.
StoreLab
StoreLab is a unique mobile tech company that develops mobile applications for brand advertising and marketing. Founded by Campbell Paton and Sam Beedell in 2020, the company has quickly made a name for itself in London’s dynamic tech scene. Further details about StoreLab can be found on their LinkedIn.
BritYard
BritYard is an online department store built around the concept of offering unique British brands. Lara Chant, one of the founders, envisioned a platform that helps to promote home-grown brands. You can follow BritYard on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Malaberg
Founded by Karolis Skripka, Malaberg offers a comprehensive set of brand building services. They specialize in health, nutrition, entertainment, advertising, creative, media buying, strategy, performance optimization, and leadership. The company’s LinkedIn account can be found here.
Kickly
With founders Radu Lisita and Valeriu Crudu at the helm, Kickly is carving out a niche in brand marketing by focusing on sports and content marketing applications. Updates about Kickly can be found on their Facebook and LinkedIn accounts.
Growth HQ
Based in Bournemouth, Growth HQ is a digital marketing startup. Founded by Inez Miedema, the company specialises in advertising, brand marketing, and content creation, along with SEO. Check out their LinkedIn page for more details.
Words + Pixels
Words + Pixels provides consultation services and solutions on effective public relations for businesses. Founded by Nick Braund, the London-based company offers experience-based strategies on marketing a business’ brand and creating plans to promote it in public. Their LinkedIn page provides more information.
Spontza
Spontza aims to improve the sponsorship, partnership, events, and hospitality experience throughout sports, lifestyle, and culture with their innovative solutions. Updates about Spontza can be found on their Facebook and LinkedIn accounts.
Unknown Origins Creative Studios
Unknown Origins Creative Studios provides innovative solutions for the creative, technology, sports, and education industries. Specializing in marketing strategy, brand creation, product development, and storytelling production. Discover more about their unique approach on their Linkedin Profile.
Merito Marketing
Alison Burdick and Harry Merritt Parker co-founded Merito Marketing, a startup that provides specialised marketing and consultancy services. More information about Merito Marketing can be found on their LinkedIn page.
Fight or Flight
Fight or Flight is a London-based startup focusing on marketing, consulting, and public relations. Visit their LinkedIn page to stay updated on their latest strategies and insights.
Seven-Communications GFE
Founded by Caroline Wray, Seven-Communications GFE is a full-service communications consultancy providing brand strategy. Look into their LinkedIn profile for more information.
These companies highlight the way modern marketing is rapidly evolving. They are inventing fresh, creative approaches to brand marketing and delivering valuable and tangible results for businesses across the UK and beyond.
