A Gateshead digital specialist is creating over 25 new jobs as it looks to double turnover in the next year.
Revenue growth specialist Revolution, based at Proto centre in Gateshead, specialises in building digital platforms and works with the likes of Jaguar, Bank of Scotland, Halifax and the NHS.
Now the marketing company has announced a new management structure as it accelerates growth plans by creating the new jobs across its two offices, on Tyneside and in Manchester.
Digital director Adam Blenkinsop is stepping up to become CEO, with founder Gill Burgess moving to the role of strategic board advisor.
Having joined the business in 2008, Mr Blenkinsop has developed the firm’s digital transformation offer and in his new role as CEO is responsible for the overall running of the business and doubling revenue in 2022.
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He said: “Over the last 12 months, our teams have achieved success following a number of significant new client wins. Our proposition of delivering revenue-first growth strategies has resonated with ambitious businesses and we are seeing fantastic results.
“The impact of our work is underpinning our strategy and is central to our growth ambitions. Throughout the next 12 months, we are looking to create 15 new jobs in our Manchester office, another 10 in the North East as well as expanding in new territories. There is real opportunity to leverage our revenue-first approach and I am truly excited to see what the future holds.”
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Revolution founder Ms Burgess, who started the business in 2003, will be supporting the new CEO and the senior team, as the company presses ahead with its growth plans.
She said: “Over the last 19 years I’ve been delighted to see Revolution develop from a small marketing agency in Hexham to a leading provider of revenue-first growth strategies - and in the process help companies to grow faster and better.
“Our succession plan has been in place for some time and this is simply the next phase in the Revolution journey. Such is the change of pace within the industry, Adam is perfectly poised to lead Revolution and take the company forward. I am delighted to be supporting Adam and our fantastic team throughout 2022 and beyond.”
To help Revolution achieve its growth targets, Adam Catlow, Josh Tulip and Chris Glancey have also joined the senior leadership team.
The company, which has just unveiled a new brand, said the changes come off the back of a bumper 2021, in which revenues increased by over 50% and seven new hires joined the team. The growth was accelerated by the acquisition of The Roundhouse Digital in Newcastle, which now trades as Revolution Digital Marketing 海角视频 Ltd, in January 2021.
Mr Blenkinsop added: “Our success to date is testament to Gill’s hard work and constant support for the team. We have exciting growth plans, including doubling revenue and onboarding 25 new hires in the next 12 months, so it’s going to be another exciting year. With a talented and energetic management team and our brilliant delivery teams, we’re ready to fuel our growth ambitions.”