28 Sep 2026

Marketing agency makes four hires following period of growth

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Integrated marketing communications consultancy Leopard Co has announced four new hires following a period of growth in 2026.

The agency, which is targeting 20 per cent growth in 2026, has strengthened its team began with the appointment of Jacob Styler as digital director.

He will oversee all digital services delivered across Leopard Co's client portfolio, including paid media, SEO, CRM, email automation, reporting, digital audits, landing page optimisation, and digital strategy.  

Jacob is also leading Leopard's strengthening of relationships with digital platforms including Google, Meta, and HubSpot.

Sam Vere joins Leopard Co as its creative services manager to further strengthen the agency's creative studio offering.

Sam is an experienced multidisciplinary creative, spending six years as a graphic designer gaining expertise in brand design, digital media, and motion graphics.

The team also welcomed integrated marketing account director, Sophie McCarthy, and senior client consultant, Sophie Hewitt, who together bring decades of marketing experience.

Rachel Roberts, CEO of Leopard Co, said: “Our unique proposition, drawing on behavioural science fused with sharp marketing strategy to create performance marketing campaigns that can deliver across all marketing channels is really paying off. 

“It means we're delivering great results for our clients, creating the confidence to further invest in marketing."

“As brands continue to look for more measurable, integrated and commercially focused marketing activity, it is important that we continue to invest in our team to ensure we have the right skills, systems and leadership across delivery of all our services.”

The Leopard Co office now has a 25-strong team offering full-service marketing solutions across sectors including Home, Pet, Leisure, Education, Health, Technology, B2B, and Public Sector.

The agency has won over 40 industry awards, including the CIPR Midlands Silver award for Best Digital Campaign in 2026 and Newcomer Agency of the Year 2025 at the PRmoment Awards.

Clients include BNP Paribas Personal Finance, Mitchells & Butlers, MSD Animal Health, SONAS Bathrooms and the West Midlands Radiotherapy Network.

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