Continuing our spotlight series on the business hubs of the United Kingdom, we delve into the heart of Scotland – Glasgow. A pulsating city famed for its vibrancy in both culture and enterprise, Glasgow is thriving as a centre of growth and innovation across multiple industries. In this article, we zoom in on the advertising sector, highlighting some of the reputable companies that call Glasgow home. These companies range from those making waves in digital marketing to those championing old-school advertising strategies.
As one of the United Kingdom’s most populous cities, Glasgow provides a dynamic environment for businesses to thrive. While it boasts of a robust infrastructure, the city’s diverse business landscape signifies a reservoir of talent and resources suitable for every kind of business. Companies choosing to set up shop here are set to enjoy great cultures, advanced technologies, strong entrepreneurial communities, and a rich talent pool spanning from fresh graduates to seasoned professionals.
Known for its innovativeness, Glasgow is particularly becoming a hotspot for companies in the advertising industry. Despite the digital revolution in the industry, these companies have demonstrated their adaptive proficiency, turning their challenges into opportunities for expansion, utilizing state-of-the-art resources to meet the increasingly dynamic marketing needs of their clients. Let’s have a look at some of these game-changers that are setting the pace in advertising and making Glasgow proud.
Adimo
Founded by Colin Brown, Gill Smith, and Richard Kelly, Adimo operates in the advertising sector within the e-commerce, internet, and marketing domains. The company has ingeniously integrated the shopping process with marketing, allowing customers to add items of interests directly to their online grocery baskets while they surf through advertisements. This integration offers convenience to shoppers and bolster sales for businesses. Connect with Adimo via their Twitter handle, Facebook, and LinkedIn page.
Front Page
At the helm of Front Page we have Flick Johnson, transforming brands through effective and engaging design. This company stands tall in the spheres of advertising, content marketing, and web design. Significant projects include Disney’s Little Big Book of Magic and the Glasgow 2018 European Championships. Follow Front Page’s journey on their Twitter and LinkedIn.
The Drum
The Drum was founded by Diane Young and Gordon Young in 1985 in the vibrant city of Glasgow. As a company specializing in advertising, events, news, and publishing, they have contributed massively to the modern marketing sector including digital, advertising, design, social media, PR, and brand marketing. The Drum’s various services include The Drum Website, The Drum Magazine, etc. Get updates from The Drum on their Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
ThinkAnalytics
ThinkAnalytics, founded by Peter Docherty, stands head and shoulders above its competitors in real-time personalized content recommendations for TV. Serving over 70 million viewers spanning 16 countries, ThinkAnalytics combines intelligent search with comprehensive media content recommendations, improving user experience in the process.
Equator (Scotland) Ltd
Equator, founded by James Jefferson and John McLeish, is a bustling full-service digital agency specializing in web design and development. Equator offers a wide range of services including pay-per-click, search engine optimization, email marketing, and online PR. Connect with them on their Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Prime Digital
Prime Digital is a user-centered creative agency providing stellar services in web design and digital marketing across the country. Their team of designers, writers, SEO consultants, and strategists paints a comprehensive picture of the whole project for their clients. Get to know them through their Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
SEO Glasgow
SEO Glasgow is a dynamic full-service SEO agency that aids businesses in rising effectively through the ranks, be they local or global. They offer ICO assistance from an SEO point of view. Follow them on their Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.
WeatherAds
WeatherAds stands out as a unique weather marketing and analytics platform. They optimize campaign performance based on changes in actual weather conditions, thereby increasing conversions and reducing unproductive ad spend. Follow them on their Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
Itison
Under the leadership of Oli Norman, Itison has demonstrated its proficiency in strategic marketing for businesses – from retail to event ticketing. Stay linked with them through their Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Orb Group
Orb Group, founded by Dave Antrobus and Scott Dylan, serves as a global marketing merchandise solutions provider, servicing a varied range of brands both locally and internationally. Their clients come from a variety of sectors, and they consistently deliver marketing campaigns that accentuate their brands. Connect through their Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
The Lead Generation Company
The Lead Generation Company, founded by Carey Anderson and Steven Smith, is a strong player in the B2B digital marketing space. Follow them on their LinkedIn and Twitter.
