activ Digital Marketing Franchise

Your Marketing Agency, Backed by Proven Success with activ Marketing - The Marketing Agency Franchise

Unlock Your Potential

activ Marketing offers the chance to own a successful marketing agency business backed by a proven franchise model. Avoid the chaos and challenges that can come as a solo start-up.

Since 2008, activ Marketing has empowered entrepreneurs across the UK and Ireland to deliver expert marketing solutions locally. Franchise Partners (FPs) provide services like website development, social media management, marketing strategy, SEO, and design, equipped with everything they need to thrive.

With over 15 years’ experience, activ Marketing has built a strong reputation in marketing franchising. Many franchise partners have been with activ for more than ten years, reflecting the consistency and success of the model. Thousands of businesses across the UK and Ireland have benefited from activ’s network.

In 2021, award-winning marketer and former FP Katie Bullon, acquired the business and has since transformed the model, making activ a finalist in The Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2024.

A Business in a Box

Becoming an activ FP means joining a supportive community. FPs gain access to over 200 results-driven marketing services and a wealth of resources from activ’s Cardiff head office team. This allows delivery of full-service marketing solutions while enjoying the flexibility of running their own business, with the backing of an experienced network.

Negate the need to consider:

• Brand development and growth
• Team/partner recruitment
• Legal and back office set up
• Pricing and asset creation
• External training
• Industry accreditations
• Ceiling levels of billing hours as a solopreneur

Why Choose activ?

A powerful blend of support including:

• Exclusive Territory
• Comprehensive Training
• Proven Business Model
• Full Back-Office Support
• Flexible Working
• Marketing Expertise

This combination allows franchisees to deliver top-quality solutions while enjoying the benefits of self-employment.

Which Franchise brand?

activ Marketing offers two FP trading brands under its strapline, "A National Agency Delivered Locally":

• Location Led: Become the local marketing expert with no prior experience—just transferable skills. Receive training, support, and an exclusive territory to build your business backed by a trusted brand.
• Consultant Led: For small marketing businesses ready to scale, elevate and rebrand your business with activ’s resources and expertise while maintaining your clients. Gain national network support and deliver professional marketing services locally, overcoming the challenges of being a small business.

Support At Every Step

activ Marketing ensures its FPs succeed through continuous training, mentoring, and access to necessary tools. Katie Bullon and team are accessible to all partners, providing personalised support and growth modelling.

Become part of a national network of entrepreneurs building successful, self-employed careers. Whether new to marketing or ready to scale, activ Marketing has the tools, support, and vision you need. Take charge of your career and join activ – The Marketing Agency Franchise.

Earning Potential

How much you earn depends on how much you put into your business. A franchise gives you a stronger grounding and a head start to going it alone. It is not unrealistic to think you could turnover over £5000/month after six months.

A Day in the Life of a Franchise Partner

Some days are busy with back-to-back client meetings, project work, and administrative tasks, while others can be more relaxed, focused on strategic planning or networking. The ability to adapt to these variations is essential for success in the franchise.

Typical Clients

Franchise partners work with a diverse range of clients, depending on their skillset, network, and business goals. 

Clients can vary widely, including:

• Startups and small sole traders looking to build a brand
• Established SMEs with marketing teams seeking external expertise
• Larger businesses needing strategic services to support their marketing plan

Sample Tasks 

A day for a franchise partner might involve a combination of client work, marketing, and administration. 

Common tasks might include:

• Review and Send Monthly Reports: Checking over social media performance reports received from head office, adding personalised comments, sending them to clients. These regular check-ins help maintain strong client relationships and highlight the success of their marketing strategies.
• Social Media Updates: Posting updates on LinkedIn and Facebook after attending networking events. This helps maintain visibility and engagement with professional networks, demonstrating active participation in the community.
• Webinars and Training: (Huddle): Participating in a franchise-organised Huddle. These sessions help partners stay informed and offer opportunities for peer engagement and knowledge sharing.
• Client Progress Calls: Scheduling calls with clients to discuss project progress, such as branding, strategy or tech development. Collaboration with head office may be necessary for certain projects.
• Website Development: Working on website projects for clients, if the work is not outsourced to head office. The choice is there either way.
• Administrative Tasks: Managing monthly invoicing, automated retainer invoices, manual project-based billing. Staying on top of finances is crucial for maintaining cash flow and ensuring the franchise’s success.

The day-to-day experience of a franchise partner is influenced by their workload, business objectives, and the clients they serve. While some days are packed with a variety of tasks, other days may be more focused on long-term planning and development. Each partner has the flexibility to tailor their work based on their goals, with support from head office to ensure their marketing and services align with their target audience. This flexibility makes the franchise model adaptable and rewarding for entrepreneurs seeking control over their business path.

Taking the Leap

If you answer yes to the following, you may well just be our next franchise partner:

• Do you want to be in control of your success?
• Are you driven?
• Are you hungry to grow your business?
• Are you ready to invest in your future?

Take digital marketing by storm with activ. Explore the exciting franchise opportunities today at activ Franchise. Book a discovery call with us today!