activ Marketing Achieves BFA Expanding Accreditation
We’re proud to announce that activ Marketing has achieved Expanding status with the British Franchise Association (BFA) – a huge milestone that recognises not only our business growth, but the strength and success of our marketing across the entire network. This accreditation confirms what we’ve always believed: great marketing delivers real results. It’s proof that […]
We’re Heading to Ideas Fest – And Our CEO Is Taking the Stage!
Our CEO, Katie Bullon, has been invited to speak at Ideas Fest 2025, one of the UK’s most talked about business events.
activ Flow: The Smarter, Simpler Way to Run Your Small Business
Ever wondered how some businesses seem to follow up at exactly the right time, respond quickly to new enquiries, and keep their sales process running like clockwork?
How SEO Services Can Help Small Businesses Grow on a Budget
Search engine optimisation (SEO) services for small business are one of the most effective ways to grow online – especially when working with limited marketing budgets. Unlike paid advertising, which stops the moment your spend does, SEO builds long-term visibility that attracts customers consistently. In this blog, we’ll explore how small businesses can benefit from […]
activ Connections: Cardiff’s New Networking Run Where Business Meets Wellbeing
We’re super excited to introduce activ Connections, a brand-new monthly networking run designed especially for Cardiff’s busy professionals who want to connect, recharge and build real relationships all while on the move. Starting on Monday 14 July 2025 at 12.30pm, we’ll be meeting at our head office on Womanby Street before heading out on a […]
Katie Bullon Shortlisted for Creative Entrepreneur of the Year (Again!) – A Milestone Year for activ Marketing
We’re proud to share that our CEO, Katie Bullon, has been shortlisted once again for Creative Entrepreneur of the Year – Wales at the 2025 Great British Entrepreneur Awards (GBEA).
Meet Our Newest activ Consultant, James Gentle!
We’re excited to share some brilliant news from team activ – we’ve welcomed a new marketing consultant to our growing network! James Gentle has joined activ Marketing as our newest marketing consultant, based in Tring, Hertfordshire. With a very strong background in marketing, strategy and business coaching, James is perfectly placed to support ambitious business […]
activ Marketing Selects Jacob’s Foundation as 2025 Charity of the Year to Support Youth Mental Health in Wales
This Mental Health Awareness Week, activ Marketing – The Marketing Agency Franchise are proud to announce the Jacob Abraham Foundation as their official Charity of the Year for 2025. This partnership underscores activ Marketing’s commitment to highlight and help address the escalating youth mental health crisis not only in Wales, but across the UK. The […]
The Benefits of Choosing a One-Stop Solo Marketing Consultant
The Benefits of Choosing a One-Stop Solo Marketing Consultant When you’re running a business, there’s never enough time in the day. You’re spinning plates – delivering great products or services, keeping customers happy, managing your team, and planning for growth. Marketing should be the engine that powers your business forward, but finding the right support […]
10 Essential Tips for Managing Your Business’s Social Media Successfully
Managing social media for your business isn’t just about posting regularly- it requires strategy, consistency, and realistic goal setting. At activ Marketing, our trained consultants understand the nuances of social media management and use the latest tools, including the revolutionary technology from Clue Labs, to help businesses achieve their marketing goals.
If you’re looking to enhance your online presence, here are 10 essential tips to help you manage your social media effectively. Remember your business’s best social media practice may vary depending on your industry, audience, and overall goal. Consider tweaking each step to get an outcome that works best for you!