Scaled
About the company
We’re different to most as we’ve been there and bought the tee shirt having grown an agency from scratch to 250+ people and successfully exited it for more than £35m. Most ‘growth consultancies’ offer you a suite of services. Whilst this may be OK for some we believe you employ a growth consultancy to deliver a result, not a service. It’s why we have spent 15 years developing an end-to-end process, to connect the unconnected dots. We roll our sleeves up; irrespective of whether that’s at board, strategy, or operational level. In doing so we facilitate faster, more efficient scaling. And where it makes most sense on both sides, we also offer what we call ‘smart money’ , or ‘ value accelerant ’ investment funds to fuel the growth fire, taking minority stakes in the enterprise tying us together in perfect alignment. We partner with the most ambitious agencies on earth. Irrespective of size.
We’re different to most as we’ve been there and bought the tee shirt having grown an agency from scratch to 250+ people and successfully exited it for more than £35m. Most ‘growth consultancies’ offer you a suite of services. Whilst this may be OK for some we believe you employ a growth consultancy to deliver a result, not a service. It’s why we have spent 15 years developing an end-to-end process, to connect the unconnected dots. We roll our sleeves up; irrespective of whether that’s at board, strategy, or operational level. In doing so we facilitate faster, more efficient scaling. And where it makes most sense on both sides, we also offer what we call ‘smart money’ , or ‘ value accelerant ’ investment funds to fuel the growth fire, taking minority stakes in the enterprise tying us together in perfect alignment. We partner with the most ambitious agencies on earth. Irrespective of size.
We’re different to most as we’ve been there and bought the tee shirt having grown an agency from scratch to 250+ people and successfully exited it for more than £35m. Most ‘growth consultancies’ offer you a suite of services. Whilst this may be OK for some we believe you employ a growth consultancy to deliver a result, not a service. It’s why we have spent 15 years developing an end-to-end process, to connect the unconnected dots. We roll our sleeves up; irrespective of whether that’s at board, strategy, or operational level. In doing so we facilitate faster, more efficient scaling. And where it makes most sense on both sides, we also offer what we call ‘smart money’ , or ‘ value accelerant ’ investment funds to fuel the growth fire, taking minority stakes in the enterprise tying us together in perfect alignment. We partner with the most ambitious agencies on earth. Irrespective of size.
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Building A Robust Pipeline From The Ground Up
Having launched in January 2022 from merging two former agencies, Ride Shotgun is one of the fastest-growing brand activation and creative content agencies in the UK. ChallengeA combination of launching a new brand, a lack of engaged data, and historical sales and marketing teams not being joined up led to us needing to rebuild sales and marketing teams and the overall strategy.SolutionWe started by developing a robust content strategy designed to engage existing contacts and generate short-term opportunities, but also reach new audiences and build for the future. This plan utilised existing owned assets, but also introduced new channels across earned, paid and a CRM strategy and laddered up to support the business development teams with sales automation and personalised content. Finally, we ensured this was joined up across the business to best leverage the internal teams creative flair and content capabilities.Key Results8.5k engaged contacts£1.5M opportunity generated in the first 8 months
Delivering 252% Topline Revenue Growth
Onelink are a a data-driven performance marketing agency, scaling eCommerce & B2B brands in the UK and Europe.ChallengeAs an agency start-up, Onelink had experienced some fast growth in the first 18-months and needed an expert partner to help them navigate the next stages of growth. SolutionThe first step was to nail down the proposition and build a detailed GTM plan. We then set strategic initiatives and worked through the key areas of the agency including finance, operations, people, comms and sales. This included:Board book process and wider governance Development of the sales and marketing planOverhaul and improvement of Sales/Biz Dev department Support sourcing and implementing CRM and other systems Recruitment support and employer brand developmentImproved compliance & contactsAd-hoc C-Suite support (Finance/MD)Key results:+252% increase in top line revenue+15% incremental net profit margin
Quadrupling Top Line Revenues
Kaizen is a creative growth marketing agency based in London providing services in Content, Influencer Marketing, PR, Paid Social, and SEO.ChallengeSimilar to a lot of agencies, Kaizen had hit a glass ceiling in turnover and revenue, and needed to reset and understand how to break through to the next level of growth.SolutionWe started with a root and branch approach through objective setting, organisation design, structure and governance. Accountability and responsibility was then cascaded down into teams including Sales, Strategy, Client Service and Operations. Alongside this, we set strategic initiatives, and targets across the business and implemented new client services and operational processes.This strategic reset built a robust structure and continues to go from strength to strength which can be seen in year-on-year revenue, operating profit and employee NPS.Key Results+415% increase in top-line revenue+376% increase in operating profit
Reviews ( 4 )
Overall rating
5
4 Reviews
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Revolutionizing Digital Strategies with Top-notch Agency
Published: November 5, 2018
The Project
Completed
May 2018 - Oct 2018
25000-50000 USD
Anonymous
Creative Director
Advertising & marketing
2 - 9 employees
Overall rating
5
Expertise
5Accuracy of Cost Estimates
5Communication & Responsiveness
5Accuracy of Timeline
5Value for Money
5Willingness to Refer
Summary
Working with Scaled has allowed us to optimize our digital experience and overcome challenges with ease. Their comprehensive support and expertise have been instrumental in helping us continually improve our digital presence.
Project Description
Our decision to partner with Scaled was driven by their unmatched expertise in guiding us through the complexities of scaling our business. Working closely with Simon and Richard has been a game-changer, as their deep understanding of the agency industry has provided us with invaluable insights and support.
Pros
The team at Scaled has been highly communicative and responsive, making our collaboration seamless and efficient. Their vast technical knowledge has been particularly impressive to our internal stakeholders.
Cons
There are no areas for improvement that we have identified, as everything has been working perfectly with Scaled.
Switched from another provider?
yes
Considered other providers?
yes
My Experience with Business Consulting Firm in the Marketing Industry
Published: March 14, 2018
The Project
Business Consulting
Completed
Aug 2017 - Mar 2018
Anonymous
Executive
Advertising & marketing
2 - 9 employees
Overall rating
5
Expertise
5Accuracy of Cost Estimates
5Communication & Responsiveness
5Accuracy of Timeline
5Value for Money
5Willingness to Refer
Summary
Scaled provided business consulting services for our advertising and marketing company. Their support helped us make informed decisions during a period of growth and scale successfully in a competitive market.
Project Description
I discovered this consulting firm through a trusted referral. Their expertise and personable approach made them easy to work with as they supported our decision-making and processes during a period of growth in the competitive market. They also provided valuable guidance as we scaled back in a tough market.
Pros
Scaled skillfully delivered the project as per our expectations. Their excellent project management, proactivity, organization, expertise, and personable approach were the hallmarks of their work.
Cons
Timing was a bit challenging towards the end, but this was not due to any fault of Scaled. I can’t think of any areas for improvement for them.
Switched from another provider?
yes
Considered other providers?
yes
Revolutionizing Business Growth with Expert Consulting
Published: August 16, 2017
The Project
Business Consulting
Completed
Feb 2016 - Aug 2017
25000-50000 USD
Anonymous
CEO & Founder
Advertising & marketing
10 - 49 employees
Overall rating
5
Expertise
5Accuracy of Cost Estimates
5Communication & Responsiveness
5Accuracy of Timeline
5Value for Money
5Willingness to Refer
Summary
Working with Scaled has been a game-changer for our business. With their support, we have seen our annual recurring revenue grow from £1.5 million to £4 million, doubled our staff base, and increased our profits from £500,000 to £1 million. Simon and his team have been invaluable partners in our journey to success.
Project Description
I discovered Scaled through a trusted recommendation and was immediately drawn to their high ratings and strong cultural alignment. Working closely with Simon and his team over the past three years, they have played a pivotal role in guiding our business through strategic planning, financial consulting, and executive-level mentorship. Their expertise and dedication have been instrumental in helping us realize our long-term vision and achieve substantial growth.
Pros
They have various frameworks, methodologies, and processes that have helped us overcome significant growth challenges. Simon is incredibly proactive, organized, and consistently goes above and beyond our expectations.
Cons
I have not encountered any areas for improvement or things that Scaled could have done differently. Their performance has been consistently exceptional.
Switched from another provider?
yes
Considered other providers?
yes
Revolutionary Business Growth Partner
Published: March 17, 2014
The Project
Advertising
Completed
Jun 2012 - Mar 2014
Anonymous
Managing Director
Advertising & marketing
2 - 9 employees
Overall rating
5
Expertise
5Accuracy of Cost Estimates
5Communication & Responsiveness
5Accuracy of Timeline
5Value for Money
5Willingness to Refer
Summary
Working with Scaled has been a transformative experience for our agency. Their expertise, dedication, and passion have propelled our business forward, resulting in significant revenue growth and operational efficiency improvements. We highly recommend Scaled to any company looking to scale and succeed in the digital space.
Project Description
Our collaboration with Scaled was a game-changer for our agency. They brought a unique blend of expertise and passion to the table, helping us scale our business in ways we never thought possible. From refining our market position to developing a comprehensive go-to-market plan, Scaled’s involvement was instrumental in our growth journey.
Pros
Within the first year of working with Scaled, our agency experienced a phenomenal 252% increase in revenue. Their team’s dedication and seamless workflow made the entire process smooth and efficient. The insights and support provided by Scaled were invaluable, and their passion for startups and scale-ups truly set them apart.
Cons
There are no areas for improvement that we can think of. Scaled exceeded our expectations in every way, and we are grateful for their partnership.
Switched from another provider?
yes
Considered other providers?
yes
Offices
Headquarter
London, Gridiron Building 1 Pancras Sq, London.
Area served
Media
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