Agency Hackers

AI Isn’t the Future. It’s Already Your Colleague.At least … it should be.The days of only just getting to grips with prompting ChatGPT for your shopping list are over. It’s in your Slack threads, your client decks, and even your job descriptions. It’s changing how we think about headcount, how we structure teams, and the services we offer as agencies.Everyone’s suddenly AI-powered, and hundreds of tools are launched by the second. So, how are you supposed to keep up – and also keep your agency focused?

Join us for a no-filter feedback session on our Ibiza event. We’re spilling the sangria and sharing exactly what you told us: the highs, the lows, and everything in between. It’s your chance to peek behind the curtain, see what other people thought of the event, and help shape what’s next for this event. https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/J5XH2tB4RHOOgpkANprPzQ 86125932154

Catherine Warwick knows all about challenging client behaviours. As the client partner for digital agency Numiko, she wanted to get to the bottom of why clients sometimes default to these patterns. “If you can uncover the reasons behind those behaviours, you can turn potential friction into collaboration,” she says. In this session, Catherine will share how she uncovered the root causes behind tricky client challenges, and turned those insights into practical systems that improve collaboration, reduce friction, and strengthen client relationships. https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/_M2jQ8JVRLaaLLINHt-Yzg 87379817140

Jake Cawdery thought growth meant more - more people, more process, more complexity. But at Curated, that mindset eventually hit a ceiling: £1.2m in revenue, year after year. “Every year we'd set the ambition to grow,” he says. “But each year we'd stay still. Ultimately, we realised we couldn't keep working the same way.” So they stopped chasing scale - and started chasing impact. Jake and his team took a hard look at how they were working, and made bold changes: trimming the team into a leaner structure, leaning into automation and AI, and building a hybrid talent model that flexes to each client’s needs.  The result? A more efficient agency, with £134k revenue per head - and a culture focused on outcomes, not overhead. If you’re feeling the pressure to grow, or wondering whether your agency structure is really working for you - this is the session for you. https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/iCLpt99BTJ-W9X8V6QH_hg 82067489895

Thanks to AI, automation, and outsourcing reshaping the modern agency, agencies are running leaner than ever; there’s no room for passengers. Ilse Passet, a mindset and team performance coach, has spent two decades helping agencies and consultancies build teams that perform under pressure. “Agencies are getting smaller,” says Ilse. “They want their people to be as efficient and high performing as possible - and a lot of them are finding that their teams are doing the bare minimum.” In this session, Ilse will explore the four essential principles to build elite-level performing teams in today’s AI-driven landscape. Whether you’re a founder or managing director you'll learn how to elevate performance that leads to better business outcomes. https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/58iu8Wm_RVyFL0gSW27bVg 89342060205

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It's been a while - but speed networking is back!   Each month, we'll host this interactive session to get you talking with likeminded people in the community.   Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, share, and grow with the AH community. https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/M8DsV0aqQGaIskNCMNj6wg 87071865011

AI is moving fast. Blink, and the playbook changes. That’s why we’re starting a dedicated AI Working Group: a monthly session where agency leaders compare notes on how they’re actually using AI - in client work, internal processes, tailor-made tools, and everywhere in between.   Each session, you’ll get together with your peers experimenting at the coalface of AI in agencies. Not consultants, not gurus, but people figuring it out just like you. We’ll run breakouts, spotlight stories, and make sure you leave with at least one idea to put into practice before the next session.   You'll also be part of a vibrant and interactive Slack channel, where you can swap tips and tricks, and troubleshoot with a tight-knit community who are all striving for the same thing. If you want to embed AI into your agency in a way that actually sticks, this is where you do it.   (Our AI Working Group meets on the first Tuesday of every month -- if you're interested in being part of it, contact Anne Harlow.) https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/HlUQDtpeQQuyVXIUIdE3SA 86297620406

Peter Czapp, co-founder of The Wow Company, has spent two decades helping agency leaders pause, think clearly, and focus on what really matters. In this interactive mentoring session, he’ll help you tackle your biggest business challenge head-on. You’ll identify your number-one issue, sharpen it into a clear goal, and explore what’s really holding you back. “We’ll be harnessing the power of you,” says Peter. “You know more than you realise. This is about tapping into your inner wisdom, harnessing the power of the community, and taking action — because nothing will happen without it.” You’ll walk away galvanised, clear on your next steps, and ready to make real progress. https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/3cC_xg8ZQ9quzmb3UOFbwQ 86791707438

Running an agency can take everything out of you. For Andrew Bloch, it reached the point where it just wasn’t worth it anymore. Eventually, he exited his agency at 29, and went on to build ClickTrain, a business designed to take away the very stresses that nearly burned him out. “The goal was to fix all the issues that I had in running an agency. And the first one was getting good staff. That was such a big challenge.” In this session, Andrew shares what he learned from his first agency, and how he’s rethinking growth the second time around. Andrew’s story shows that building a less stressful agency isn’t just about growth.  It’s about process, simplification, and building a business that works for you. https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/e92dJfpiQL6E-M3ZDsBZGw 83870976616

New business is the lifeblood of every agency – but it’s also the hardest thing to get right. That’s why we’re starting a dedicated New Biz Working Group: a monthly session where agency leaders come together to swap strategies, pressure-test ideas, and talk honestly about what’s working – and what isn’t.   Each session, you’ll join peers facing the same questions you are: How do we keep leads flowing? What channels really work? Where do we waste time? We’ll run breakouts, spotlight stories, and make sure you leave with at least one practical idea to test before the next meet-up.   You’ll also be part of a lively Slack channel, where you can share wins, troubleshoot challenges, and learn from other agencies trying to sharpen their sales game. If you want to stop muddling through new biz in isolation – and build a more consistent, repeatable sales engine – this is where you do it.   (Our New Biz Working Group meets on the second Tuesday of every month – if you’re interested in being part of it, contact Anne Harlow.) https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/ot6IlrejTX2ZTAxwIW1Ygg 89448127683

Here's your chance to meet other agency FD, CFOs and finance leaders – and share what you're working on in a confidential setting. Full speaker line-up coming soon. Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/zof-knoy-ure Or dial: (GB) +44 20 3937 1694 PIN: 920163534# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/zof-knoy-ure?pin=1232487951288&hs=7 Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720

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Katy Wade, learning and development manager at Bespoke HR, has seen a huge rise in Subject Access Requests (SARs) – once rare, now cropping up in almost every grievance she handles. And while they’re meant to help employees access their personal data, many are now used tactically. But here’s the real danger: SARs don’t just uncover formal HR records. They sweep up all the background noise of performance management – the Teams chat where a manager vents, the email saying, “We need to get them out,” and even the casual note between colleagues. If you’re a leader or HR professional, this is a vital session to protect your agency from costly mistakes hiding in plain sight. https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/p8zLMfj9QtKb1GMnN3DBBw 86250334197

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“I felt like sales wasn’t for people like me.” That’s how Danny Fontaine, IBM’s Head of Experiential Sales, felt at the very beginning of his career. He tried to improve by reading every sales book he could get his hands on, but nothing stuck. It wasn’t until he started exploring the role of human connection in sales that he had a realisation that changed everything: a pitch is not a PowerPoint deck. It’s any method you can think of to persuade someone of your idea. He began to incorporate bold, disruptive, and even playful techniques into his pitches, and clients started to listen. Right now, as pipelines weaken and pressure builds, many agencies are responding by pitching more often and moving faster. They’re reusing decks, turning to automation, and hoping something lands. But Danny believes that’s a false economy. If you’re burned out from endless proposals and starting to think automation is the answer, this talk is your reset button. https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/V0_zg-L0SRCzG9GF7nZ4Dg 86771065226

In her last agency, Ali Newton-Temperley was lucky - hundreds of leads a month meant she could test ideas. One experiment stuck: a discovery-call bingo card that became the team’s secret weapon. If you scored a full house, you won a prize. But more importantly, you’d nailed a conversation that kept the prospect engaged. The results? Less ghosting, less wasted time, higher conversion rates, and lower churn. In this session, Ali will share exactly how to run calls that make clients stick, and why a bit of fun can make all the difference. https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/Q_VANGUhQMakG4El-C9eYg 83367718745

Agencies want to grow - but growth can often feel like chaos. More people, more clients, more pressure. How do you make sure that growth is fair for everyone? Zoe Blogg has worked with agencies at every stage, from startups figuring out their first hires, to established firms scaling internationally. What she’s seen time and time again is that unchecked growth creates friction. “The danger is you grow fast, but you don’t grow fairly. And then the wheels come off. People leave, clients feel it, and suddenly you’re back where you started.” In this interactive session, Zoe will share how the Fair Growth Framework works in practice, and why it can transform the way you think about building an agency https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/j0WYGkx0SMm2qWZtgemqXQ 81287078308

It's that time of the month - speed networking is back! Each month, we'll host this interactive session to get you talking with likeminded people in the community. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, share, and grow with the AH community. https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/HJsI7a5tQ-C1avIK2O8rqg 83197321184

AI is moving fast. Blink, and the playbook changes. That’s why we’re starting a dedicated AI Working Group: a monthly session where agency leaders compare notes on how they’re actually using AI - in client work, internal processes, tailor-made tools, and everywhere in between.   Each session, you’ll get together with your peers experimenting at the coalface of AI in agencies. Not consultants, not gurus, but people figuring it out just like you. We’ll run breakouts, spotlight stories, and make sure you leave with at least one idea to put into practice before the next session.   You'll also be part of a vibrant and interactive Slack channel, where you can swap tips and tricks, and troubleshoot with a tight-knit community who are all striving for the same thing. If you want to embed AI into your agency in a way that actually sticks, this is where you do it.   (Our AI Working Group meets on the first Tuesday of every month -- if you're interested in being part of it, contact Anne Harlow.) https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/G-JpW2OxTY-Qucmc5gp6lA 83220316343

New business is the lifeblood of every agency – but it’s also the hardest thing to get right. That’s why we’re starting a dedicated New Biz Working Group: a monthly session where agency leaders come together to swap strategies, pressure-test ideas, and talk honestly about what’s working – and what isn’t.   Each session, you’ll join peers facing the same questions you are: How do we keep leads flowing? What channels really work? Where do we waste time? We’ll run breakouts, spotlight stories, and make sure you leave with at least one practical idea to test before the next meet-up.   You’ll also be part of a lively Slack channel, where you can share wins, troubleshoot challenges, and learn from other agencies trying to sharpen their sales game. If you want to stop muddling through new biz in isolation – and build a more consistent, repeatable sales engine – this is where you do it.   (Our New Biz Working Group meets on the second Tuesday of every month – if you’re interested in being part of it, contact Anne Harlow.) https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/_EZqtZl4SB-JedZVzm9Saw 82388441776

It's our last speed networking session of the year!   Each month, we'll host this interactive session to get you talking with likeminded people in the community.   Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, share, and grow with the AH community - right before you wrap up for the new year. https://agencyhackers.zoom.us/meeting/register/Y2sJmmG7RgCzhF15HkmCWg 82680148897

Agency Growth Summit is a conference where you can meet people who have transitioned from scrappy start-up to scaled agency – as well as other folks who are currently somewhere on that journey. Meet other growing agencies, learn from agency leaders who’ve scaled to £1m, £5m, £10m and beyond, hare your vision, and make new friends to join your quest for growth.

Meet other creative directors and share how you’re balancing creativity with commerciality.Get first hand knowledge on how to find your unique agency footprint on a well walked road, and discover ways to educate clients on the importance of creative teams.

The world’s biggest agency AI conference is back!Is your agency ‘all-in’ on AI, or are you still dabbling with it here and there? Get inspired to deploy AI in your agency, and learn first-hand how other agencies are using AI to improve their work and help their clients.

Get ready to laugh your ads off at Agency Comedy Night, hosted at the iconic Comedy Store in London!Join 400 of the industry's top agency leaders for a night of side-splitting humour tailored to the world of marketing and advertising.Don't miss this unforgettable night of laughter and networking – it's the ultimate creative recharge!

Are you on a journey to improve your agency’s process and operations?Clockwork is a full day conference where you can learn from – and be inspired by – other agency leaders who are making their agencies run smoother. You can hear how other businesses are creating processes that work for them, and getting people to stick to them.

We're bringing Agency Hackers to the USA – and you’re invited.Most agency conferences are bloated, boring, or stuck in the past. They cater either to holding company behemoths or tiny startups just getting going. But what about the serious, growing, independently owned agencies – the ones in the messy middle?The Miami Super Summit is for ambitious agency founders who want to trade stories, get inspired, and meet others building real businesses with heart, hustle and humour. If that’s you – come and join us in Miami.The Miami Super Summit is a two-day experience full of impactful talks, curated conversations, and unforgettable connections.

This is your chance to hear how other agency client services leaders are engaging clients, growing accounts and developing their roles.Get inspired! Take away ideas to implement in your agency.

Marketing a creative agency can be a challenging task. Join other new business leaders for an afternoon of talks and inspiration.How are you sourcing leads, growing your reputation, and keeping your pipeline brimming? Get inspired by live case studies from inside other agencies.

Agency Growth Summit is a conference where you can meet people who have transitioned from scrappy start-up to scaled agency – as well as other folks who are currently somewhere on that journey. Meet other growing agencies, learn from agency leaders who’ve scaled to £1m, £5m, £10m and beyond, hare your vision, and make new friends to join your quest for growth.

Get away and work on your business alongside 300 of Europe’s funnest and friendliest agency folk. This year you’ll be able to enjoy more speakers and make even more friends at the world’s best conference for agency leaders.We’ve kept what you loved and improved what you told us to – so we hope this will be another unforgettable experience on the White Isle.

The world’s biggest agency AI conference is back for the second time this year!Is your agency ‘all-in’ on AI, or are you still dabbling with it here and there? Get inspired to deploy AI in your agency, and learn first-hand how other agencies are using AI to improve their work and help their clients.

Get ready to laugh your ads off at Agency Comedy Night, hosted at the iconic Comedy Store in London!Join 400 of the industry's top agency leaders for a night of side-splitting humour tailored to the world of marketing and advertising.Don't miss this unforgettable night of laughter and networking – it's the ultimate creative recharge!

Are you on a journey to improve your agency’s process and operations?Clockwork is a conference where you can learn from – and be inspired by – other agency leaders who are making their agencies run smoother. You can hear how other businesses are creating processes that work for them, and getting people to stick to them.