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Brands, agencies, we get you. We're a small team working in the same industry...

We've Been in Your Shoes (Honestly)

We're a small team of agency pros and brand-side marketers. From pitching to promoting, from searching to researching and from writing briefs to juggling briefs, we've been there. From wondering "where do we even start?", to "why is this so hard?" and "surely there's a better way?"... we know the challenges (and the joys) of working in this fast-paced, creative industry.

That's why we created Brands & Agencies; a smarter, more inspiring way to connect the right people. This isn't just another directory, but a space designed to spark real conversations, unexpected ideas and create better partnerships. But, who's "we", right?

Powered by Prolific North

Celebrating, connecting and informing the North's creative and digital sectors.

Launched in 2013, Prolific North is now established as the leading news, jobs and events hub for the creative, digital, tech, media and marketing sectors in the North of England.

We bring our loyal and engaged audience together through a range of events, including Northern Marketing Festival - the annual event series that celebrates Northern marketing and creativity. 

  • We’re tapped into what’s really going on in the industry.
  • We want to shine a spotlight on world-class work, and the people behind it.
  • We've 10+ years' experience working at the heart of creative, marketing and tech.

Supported by Pixelbuilders

A performance focused and award-winning digital agency based in Leeds.

Project management, design, development, marketing, they’re all things that we do, who we are is a little bit more than that. It takes lots of different digital expertise, a couple of unexpected skills and a few unique ways of thinking to put the ZING! in amazing.

That’s why we’ve got a great mix of different people in different roles within our digital agency all working hard to make Brands & Agencies the best it can be. 

  • We're an agency, so we really do get what you're going through.
  • We've been in digital since 2008, so we've learned ALOT on the way.
  • We love what we do and amazing work in our industry is a win for us all.

The community where brands and agencies thrive, together.

Our mission is to build a vibrant, honest & inspiring community where like-minded professionals, from both brands & agencies, can come together to share ideas, unlock new opportunities & create their best work yet. 

  • We’ll help you highlight your case studies, share your show reels & put a spotlight on the best work from brands & agencies working together.
  • Hear behind the scenes details from brands & agencies to discover what really makes them tick.
  • Learn from the mistakes, headaches & happy accidents other brands & agencies have experienced, so you don’t need to learn the hard way.
  • Discover how-to-guides, testimonials, FAQs, what’s coming next & other educational content to empower you to do more with Brands & Agencies.

We're Here to Close The Gap

We’ve seen (and experienced) the pain points of our industry: brands relying on word-of-mouth, agencies stuck in endless pitch loops, both sides missing out on great work and better fits.

We’re here to change that, with true stories, real advice and practical ways to discover what’s possible.

At its heart, Brands & Agencies is about making smarter, faster, more inspiring connections, without the noise. If you’re here to find your next collaborator, share what you’re proud of, or simply see what’s possible when the right people work together, you’re in the right place.

Brands...

Find your next agency partnership faster.

Explore unexpected collaborations, get inspired & find the right agency for you. 

  • Search 2,000+ agencies
  • Explore 20+ digital services
  • Review real case studies & results
  • Do all of this for free!
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Agencies...

Highlight your strengths & services & be seen.

Share your deas & insights, creativity & case studies. Discover new opportunities to collaborate, not only with brands but with other agencies & partners.  

  • Increase your visibility with decision makers
  • Showcase your latest work
  • Discover who's behind the latest cutting edge work
  • Get started for free!
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Emma Hunt, Head of Marketing at Vimto

"Brands & Agencies is a cracking initiative that really deserves a big thumbs up! As a marketer at Vimto, I often use your online guides to scope out agencies and see what our competitors are up to. Just recently, I was on Prolific North looking at your Digital list, exploring some of the bigger agencies. What truly stands out is the platform's potential for objective, comprehensive insights – a real game-changer compared to other agency finders I've used. Your fact-based approach makes it a reliable source for finding the right partners. With the shift towards remote engagement, I believe this project is perfectly placed to foster new connections and build a vibrant community through loads of innovative online initiatives and events. It's got real potential."

Emma Hunt, Head of Marketing at Vimto

Duncan Slater, Senior Business Development Director at McCann Central

"This initiative has real legs! As McCann Central, reaching heads of marketing is always a key objective for agencies, and this platform offers a powerfully compelling proposition for doing just that. What's particularly exciting is the emotional connection this offer could build, as agencies are often chosen based on relationships and admired work. For SMEs and brands with more modest budgets, or those less focused on traditional media, this platform would be incredibly useful, allowing them to easily identify agencies truly delivering results. The strong digital model is a smart move, and it's clear there's a strong business model here."

Duncan Slater, Senior Business Development Director at McCann Central

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