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).
Often called “The Grammys of Entrepreneurship,” the GBEAs recognise the UK’s most innovative, resilient and impactful business leaders. Katie’s second consecutive shortlisting is not only a personal achievement, it reflects the incredible transformation and growth of activ Marketing over the past year.
What This Means for Our Clients
This recognition highlights more than just internal success. It signals our continued investment in providing strategic, creative and scalable marketing solutions that make a real difference to the clients we support every day.
As our team of activ Branch Directors (recruited into the business via our award-winning marketing agency franchise) continues to grow, so does our ability to deliver high-impact campaigns with national consistency and local care.
Whether you work directly with our Cardiff head office or through one of our trusted activ Branch Directors, you’re supported by a team that’s backed by systems, tools and training designed for results.
A Year of Meaningful Growth
Under Katie’s leadership, activ has seen major progress across the business, all of which strengthens the service and value we offer to clients:
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- Launched the activ Accelerator Programme, ensuring our Branch Directors are trained to deliver with strategy and consistency
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- Rolled out a new CRM and marketing hub, streamlining communications and boosting campaign performance for all
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- Increased national brand visibility, including Katie’s appointment as the British Franchise Association’s marketing columnist
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- Opened a new Cardiff head office, enabling greater collaboration, in-house content creation and client support
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- Recruited specialists across our central team, strengthening delivery across marketing, operations and client service
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- Launched EWiF Wales, driving forward our mission to support women in business and inclusive entrepreneurship
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- Preparing to launch ‘activ Connections’, a new wellbeing-focused business networking initiative
This momentum means we’re better placed than ever to help our clients grow, with the support, insight and creativity they deserve.
Recognition from the Great British Entrepreneur Awards
“We’re so proud to reveal this year’s shortlist, a truly remarkable group of founders who are changing lives and transforming industries. The quality of entries gets stronger every year, and it’s clear that the entrepreneurial spirit in the UK is more alive than ever.”
— Francesca James, Founder, Great British Entrepreneur Awards
A Word From Katie
“Being shortlisted again is a real honour, but this isn’t just about me. It’s a reflection of every activ Brand Director and head office team member who brings activ to life through passion, values and results. Over the last year, we’ve laid new foundations, scaled with purpose, and proven that when creativity meets structure, big things happen. And we’re only just getting started.”
Let’s Grow Together
Whether you’re launching something new, repositioning your brand, or simply want marketing that drives results without the fluff, we’re here to help.
Get in touch with our team today. Or explore some of our recent work here.
