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M&A Advisory for Creative & Marketing Agencies | Hunter Hawes

Agencies We Work With

We're for hot shops, specialists and category killers.

We advise select founders who have built respected, well-run firms across fields like strategy, communications, branding, creative, marketing and consulting.

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Why Agencies Choose Us

Advisory shaped by real-world agency growth and exits.

Our approach is shaped by direct experience of scaling, acquiring, and integrating creative businesses. It informs how we think about leadership continuity, client retention, earn-outs, and long-term value creation.

Sector-Native Expertise

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We understand agency economics — from EBITDA adjustments for owner salaries to valuing client relationships and recurring revenues.

We've Sat in Your Chair

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Our founder ran a PE-backed marketing services group, acquiring and integrating 13 agencies. We know the buyer's perspective because we've been the buyer.

Confidential & Founder-First

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Your team, your clients and your competitors won't know you're exploring options until you're ready to tell them.

Creative Deal Structuring

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Earn-outs, partial exits, management buyouts — we find creative structures that protect your legacy while maximising your return.

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Sector Focus

Deep sector expertise.

Creative & Marketing Agencies

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Brand, digital, media, content, creative, B2B, ABM, Leadgen, GTM, performance marketing agencies, experiential & events and more.

Communications Consultancies

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Corporate communications, public relations, media relations and internal communications consultancies.

Management Consultancies

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Strategy, operations, market research, technology, HR and transformation consultancies.

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Ideal Client

Is this you?

We work best with businesses that have a strong identity, loyal clients and ambitious leadership; whether you're planning an exit, seeking growth or exploring acquisitions.

  • Founder-owned or management-led
  • 20 to 75+ people
  • Revenue of £2M–£20M+
  • Strong client relationships and recurring revenues
  • Considering a transaction in the next 6–36 months
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Learn More

Resources for agency founders.

Explore our frequently asked questions about agency M&A, or read our latest insights and articles on valuations, deal structures and the sell-side process.

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