MakeEx | About Us
Our Story

We Are
Passionate
Marketers

Founded in 2010, MakeEx has grown from a two-person startup into a globally trusted marketing partner for over 12,000 businesses. We believe in strategy, creativity, and relentless execution.

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Revenue Impact +$2.4B
Global Awards 48 Won
Founder
2010
Year Founded
Our Story

From a small idea to a global agency

What started as a two-person consultancy in a tiny office has grown into one of the most trusted marketing agencies in the world.

In 2010, our founders Alex Carter and Sarah Mitchell had one simple belief: that every business, regardless of size, deserves marketing that actually works. Armed with laptops, coffee, and an unshakeable belief in data-driven creativity, they took on their first three clients.

Today, with over 120 specialists across four continents, we serve clients ranging from ambitious startups to Fortune 500 enterprises — all with the same relentless focus on results.

2010

Founded in San Francisco

Started with 3 clients and a vision to build data-driven marketing that actually works.

2014

Crossed 500 Clients

Expanded to New York and London, growing the team to 40 specialists.

2018

Best Marketing Agency Award

Recognised by AdWeek as one of the top 10 digital agencies globally.

2024

12,000+ Active Clients

Now serving businesses in 42 countries with a team of 120+ specialists.

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Our Values

What drives everything we do

Our values aren't words on a wall. They shape every campaign, every conversation, and every decision we make on behalf of our clients.


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"We don't just run campaigns — we build relationships between brands and the people who love them."

— Alex Carter, CEO & Co-Founder

Results First

Every decision we make is anchored to measurable outcomes. We obsess over data, track every metric, and only celebrate when our clients see real growth.

Radical Transparency

No smoke and mirrors. You'll always know exactly what we're doing, why we're doing it, and what results it's producing — in real time.

Deep Collaboration

We work as an extension of your team — not a vendor you check in with monthly. Your goals become our goals, and we're invested in your success.

Continuous Innovation

The marketing landscape evolves daily. We invest relentlessly in learning, testing new channels, and staying ahead of algorithm changes so you don't have to.

Client Obsession

We go beyond what's expected. From dedicated account managers to 24/7 dashboards, every touchpoint is designed to make your experience exceptional.

Creative Excellence

Strategy without creativity is just a spreadsheet. We pair rigorous analysis with bold creative thinking to build campaigns that truly stand out.

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Our Team

Meet the brilliant minds

120+ specialists across strategy, creative, data, and technology — all united by a passion for marketing that moves people.

Alex Carter
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CEO & Co-Founder

Alex Carter

15+ years leading award-winning campaigns for Fortune 500 brands globally.

Sarah Mitchell
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CCO & Co-Founder

Sarah Mitchell

Visual storyteller and brand architect crafting identities that resonate.

Marcus Johnson
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Head of Growth

Marcus Johnson

Data-driven strategist with a track record of 10x growth for clients.

Priya Sharma
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Content Director

Priya Sharma

Content architect turning brand stories into measurable authority.

Our Culture

A place where great work gets done

We've built a culture that's curious, collaborative, and ambitious — because we believe that happy teams produce extraordinary results.

From weekly team lunches to quarterly off-sites, from dedicated learning budgets to flexible working hours — we invest in our people because our people invest everything into your success.

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Remote-first with hubs in 4 cities worldwide

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$2,000 annual learning & development budget

Flexible hours — work when you're at your best

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Clear career paths and quarterly reviews

Trusted by industry leaders worldwide

Recognition

Awards & achievements

Over 48 industry awards recognising our commitment to excellence, innovation, and client results.

2024 🏆

Best Digital Agency

Recognised by AdWeek as a top 10 digital marketing agency for transformative client outcomes.

AdWeek Agency Awards
2023 🥇

SEO Campaign of the Year

Our organic growth campaign for a Fortune 500 client delivered 480% traffic increase in 9 months.

Search Awards Global
2023

Best Place to Work

Named one of the top 50 best workplaces in marketing with a 96% employee satisfaction score.

Great Place to Work® Institute
2022 🚀

Fastest Growing Agency

Featured in Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest-growing marketing agencies in North America.

Inc. 5000
2022 💡

Innovation in MarTech

Pioneered a proprietary AI-driven attribution model that is now industry-standard for mid-market brands.

MarTech Alliance
2021 🌍

Global Impact Award

Helped 200+ nonprofits and social enterprises grow their reach through pro-bono marketing programmes.

Cannes Lions CSR
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Ready to grow your business?

Let's talk about your goals. Our team is ready to build a strategy tailored to your brand.

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