Regional digital agency set to expand following new CEO appointment and Northstar investment

A local digital agency has welcomed both a new CEO and investment from Northstar Ventures.

Curtis Gabriel has received investment from the North East Innovation Fund supported by the European Regional Development Fund, and managed by Northstar Ventures.

Curtis Gabriel is a digital marketing agency, specialising in outsourced social media set up in 2013, whose clients include leisure groups Hilton and Crowne Plaza.

Alasdair Greig, Northstar Ventures’ director, said: “This is our first investment in Curtis Gabriel. We were impressed with the growth that has been achieved year-on-year so far, as well as the ambitious but achievable plans for the future.

“We look forward to being part of their continued success.”

Martin Such has recently joined as CEO after a period of consultancy with the business, and has also invested in Curtis Gabriel alongside Northstar.

Martin’s background, previously as a CFO includes the successful PE exit and AIM float of Quantum Pharma and a spell at robotics manufacturer, Tharsus Ltd.

Martin added: “I’m delighted to have joined Curtis Gabriel at an exciting time in the business, and be working with such a great team.

“This investment from Northstar will give us the boost to be able to deliver our plans for growth and expansion.”