As we fast approach the festive season, I want to extend our warm wishes to our clients, partners, and suppliers in wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year filled with prosperity, good health, and continued success.

Christmas is always a time of reflection and gratitude. And, because good business is all about people, we want to say we are grateful for the opportunity to work with you and look forward to doing so again next year.

2023 has unfolded with both triumphs and tragedies. Celebrations marked the coronation of a new King and England’s near-triumph at the FIFA World Cup. Yet, ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, Israel, and Gaza serve as stark reminders of how harsh and unpredictable our world can be.

Amidst these uncertainties, the new year will no doubt usher in new challenges for us all, but equally reminds us to be resilient and adaptable to change.

Closer to home, the growing influence of AI in marketing can be seen by all, but ultimately its impact depends on how it is developed, deployed, and regulated. For now, at least, that’s our job.

Much like our CEO, Google marked a milestone birthday this year! Unsurprisingly, “Barbie” and “Why are Taylor Swifts tickets so expensive” were among the year’s top global internet searches. I thought they were just mine…

Wishing you all the best and we look forward to seeing you in the new year!

Duncan Collins

MD