An Agency Story Podcast
Listen to first hand interviews of creative, digital, advertising, and marketing agency owners that have walked the talk of running an agency business. These are riveting stories of the thrill of starting up, hardships faced, and the keys to a successful business from agency owners around the world.
Latest Episode
Summary: Vin Thomas, founder of Fixel, shares his journey from creative beginnings to leading a niche-focused agency specializing in cybersecurity. Discover how intentional team building, strong client relationships, and a commitment to expertise have propelled Fixel’s success. Tune in for valuable lessons on growing an agency with purpose and precision.
Summary: Hans faced a tough call when he decided to sell his agency and concentrate on building out Termageddon. He discussed the challenges that agencies face in keeping up with privacy policies and how Termageddon simplifies the process by providing up-to-date policies that can be easily implemented.
Summary: From musician to agency owner, Mark Labriola II’s journey is a testament to resilience and reinvention. In this episode, he shares how a layoff became the turning point for building Brand Viva Media, a podcast and video content agency that thrives on making “boring” beautiful. Discover Mark’s unique approach to entrepreneurship, the power of relationships, and why he believes every challenge is an opportunity in disguise.
Summary: From songwriter to marketing agency co-founder, Taylor Hill’s journey is a masterclass in resilience and adaptability. In this episode, he shares how focusing on a niche market catapulted his agency, Spark Marketer, into success, and why embracing AI is essential for the future of marketing. Tune in to learn how strategic pivots and forward-thinking can future-proof your business.
Summary: Discover how Kris Skavish and Nico Brooks of Two Octobers turned their passion for problem-solving into a thriving marketing agency that empowers businesses with data-driven clarity. From fostering a team-centric culture to earning B Corporation certification, Kris and Nico share transformative insights on balancing purpose with performance. Tune in to explore the creative strategies and values that set Two Octobers apart.
Summary: From an unexpected layoff to building Atomic Idea into a thriving brand marketing agency, Duane Ciacco’s story is a testament to the power of intentional growth and people-first leadership. In this episode, Duane shares how he crafted a no-jerks hiring policy, developed strong client partnerships, and embraced creativity to navigate the challenges of agency life. Discover how these strategies can inspire success in your own agency journey.
