Petite Agency marks five years of growth

A Teesside-based marketing agency is celebrating five years of growth and client success.

Founded in August 2020 by Sophia Gowland during lockdown, Petite Agency has evolved from a one-woman start-up into a small but award-winning creative team. 

The Stockton-on-Tees agency now delivers strategy-led campaigns, personal brand content and social media management for clients across multiple sectors, including construction, property, professional services, healthcare and the public sector.

Sophia said: “My vision for Petite Agency was always about quality over size. 

“What started with just me has grown into a team of five (soon to be six), but the same focus remains, keeping things personal while making a bigger impact together.

“From day one, the Teesside business community has been a brilliant support. 

“People gave me a chance before I had the portfolio to back it up, and that early trust gave me the space to grow. 

“I’ll never forget that.” 

Since its launch, Petite has picked up four industry awards, including Best Small Business at the 2024 Tees Businesswomen Awards, while building a reputation for its focused and ambitious approach. 

The agency has helped major local names such as JMAC Group, a £20 million turnover construction and industrial services company, achieve rapid growth through marketing, branding and content strategy. 

Petite has also recently secured its first global client, a $100 million-turnover industrial brand operating in over 15 countries, marking a milestone in its international expansion. 

The Petite Agency team

In addition to client work, Sophia has become known for her personal brand strategy expertise, delivering workshops and talks that help business leaders build visibility, trust and impact online.

Sophia added: “Our strength isn’t in size; it’s in approach. 

“We succeed by being creative, agile and human.

“I’m proud of what we’ve built so far, but we’re still learning, still evolving and still just getting started. 

“For me, it’s not about being the biggest agency, it’s about producing great work and building a business I’m proud of.”

The agency is now recruiting its sixth team member and is planning a move to a larger office to accommodate its continued growth.

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