2024 Round-Up What a Year It’s Been!
Owl & Hare 2024 round-up
This time last year, a brave-faced but secretly terrified me was about to launch Owl & Hare Marketing with big plans, high hopes, and a commitment to helping brands grow with purpose and creativity.
Now, as we prepare to celebrate our first birthday on 9th January, I can’t help but reflect on what an incredible journey 2024 has been.
Looking back, I’m so proud of everything we’ve achieved and the solid foundations we’ve built for the future.
While I’ve always been confident in my marketing skills, running a business has been a whole new world to me! It’s been one of those experiences where you can prepare and plan as much as possible, but it’s only by doing - by navigating real-world challenges and seizing new opportunities - that you truly develop the confidence, instincts, and skills to keep moving forward.
I’m still learning every single day, and honestly, I’m loving it. Every lesson - whether it’s from a challenge or a win - has shaped me and helped me grow, not just as a business owner but as a person too. I’m so grateful for the lessons I’ve learned and for everyone who has supported me along the way—clients, collaborators, and friends. Your encouragement, advice, and belief in Owl & Hare have made all the difference.
Our Highlights from 2024
Here are just some of the things Owl & Hare has achieved in its first year:
Driving impactful community change: Partnering with Citizens Advice St Helens to deliver a research and consultation project that will shape the future of vital community services for those who need them most.
Collaborating with inspiring changemakers: Working with See You, See Me CIC and MD Productions to help shape their brand and messaging strategy and delivering projects to raise awareness and drive growth.
Championing diversity and celebration: Supporting St Helens Pride, a vibrant celebration of love, equality, and community spirit.
Elevating local businesses: Designing brochures for Marcus Edwards Not Just Travel to showcase his expertise and share how he can deliver unforgettable travel experiences, and delivering impactful promotional campaigns for Rainford Bespoke Flooring to support their growth and drive customer engagement.
Helping others shine: Delivering a white-label branding and messaging project for another agency, helping them wow their client with a polished and purposeful brand strategy.
Expanding our reach with new partnerships: Laying the groundwork for exciting new collaborations with Willowbrook Hospice, Cryo Pain Clinic Skelmersdale, and Silver Daisies Coaching and Holistic Therapies.
This year also saw the launch of the Owl & Hare website, a creative Halloween campaign that captured imaginations, and a mini-series designed to help small businesses plan their 2025 marketing strategies with clarity and purpose.
Adapting, Growing, and Learning
One of the biggest lessons of this year has been the importance of staying flexible. While many of these successes were part of a carefully crafted plan, some of the best moments came from embracing unexpected opportunities and finding creative solutions when things didn’t go quite to plan. It’s a constant reminder that growth isn’t always linear, but it’s always worth the effort.
Finding Balance
2024 wasn’t just about business - it was about personal growth too. I’ve reignited my love for running, focused on strength training, and made big strides in my fitness journey, feeling stronger and healthier with every step. Live music has been another highlight, with Download Festival and gigs galore bringing so much energy and fun to the year.
I’ve also had a lovely Christmas surrounded by family and friends - such a special way to end the year and recharge ready to go again!
Looking Ahead
As Owl & Hare turns one, I’m filled with gratitude for everyone who’s been part of this journey. To our clients, collaborators, supporters, and friends - thank you. Your trust, encouragement, and belief in me and in Owl & Hare have meant the world to me.
Here’s to 2025 and everything it will bring. I can’t wait to see what we’ll create together in the next chapter. Let’s keep growing, learning, and making a difference.