POKE
First up we’ve got Poke, a creative marketing agency that specialises in driving brands forward with bold strategies, striking design, and unforgettable campaigns. They’re all about making an impact, which is seen in their incredible work with the likes of National Football Museum, Liverpool Cathedral, Wolseley Plumb Centre and Alder Hey, to name a few.
At the helm is Nicola Docking, who’s super power is championing collaboration under the ethos ‘you have to love what you do”. Under her leadership, the team are pushing boundaries and creating work that drives results. Nicola’s recent appointment to the board of Professional Liverpool further underscores her gravitas as strong female leader – not just to her clients but to the entire business community.
Having recently celebrated their 4th birthday (cheers to that!), over these past few years they’ve helped clients think big and aim high. Their ethos is to break the mould of traditional agencies, working with clients as close-knit partners, it’s this collaborative spirit that’s clear in every campaign they craft and something we truly admire.
GUSTAF
Next up, we’ve got the Manchester-based legends at Gustaf, an events and engagement agency that’s mastered the art of bringing people together to champion the great work they’re doing. Directors Max and Rick, ex-musicians whom once supported Oasis on tour (yes, you read that right), know exactly how to work a crowd.
From throwing an ultra-chic Halloween bash for PrettyLittleThing and Boohoo, supporting Footasylum in upping their employee engagement game, to hosting a 2-day event for Booking.com to celebrate their teams in true Boney M style, Gustaf know exactly how to turn up the wow factor and get crowds bouncing.
So, whether you’re looking to host a party that’ll have your team buzzing for weeks or turn your town hall into a standing ovation-worthy experience, the Gustaf crew will bring the goosebumps (and maybe even the dance moves!).
Stay tuned for next month’s Ones to Watch, where we’ll be celebrating more agencies from across the UK and the world making waves within the creative industry.
