About Ilse

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Based in Oxfordshire, I specialise in generating high-quality new business opportunities for design, brand, creative, digital and marketing communication agencies, as well as technology and software companies. With an effective blend of strategic new business expertise and an extensive creative background, I've honed and perfected my skills to help agencies grow by identifying the right opportunities, nurturing leads, cultivating relationships and securing genuine meetings.

Strategic and forward-thinking, I thrive on new business initiatives through a mix of phone calls, emails, social media, in-person networking and direct mail. Every project is approached with care, focus, dedication and a strong drive to produce results. Whether it's devising and planning strategies, complementing internal teams or executing an existing plan, I work as a seamless extension of your agency, aligned with your goals and vision to build genuine opportunities for growth — not just leads.

Testimonials

'Ilse has been a true asset and great addition to our sales and marketing strategy; applying her skills, knowledge and aptitude to the highest order and ultimately gaining results generating in new business.' Director - Creative Agency in South East'
​'Ilse provided us with business development services - building and maintaining a database of potential contacts. She brings enormous experience and commitment to the role, and has an ease of manner which represents us well. Ilse has good instincts, vital in this role, and is tenacious without being bullish. Her reporting is concise and paints an accurate picture of the value of a lead. Where needed, she is able to support her key role with desk research and list purchasing and cleansing… and is generally a great asset!' Studio Manager - Interior Design Agency in London​
'Ilse got some great Leads and arranged quality meetings. Her results were better than I anticipated and would recommend without hesitation.' Creative Director - Creative Agency in South East

Services

 New Business Development
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More than lead generation - a smarter, more strategic service for better results. A fully managed bespoke new business development service created specifically for agencies. Find out more

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Lead Generation
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Targeted outreach, executed with care for agencies who already have a plan in place. Hands-on delivery with communications and tone tailored to your ideal prospects. Find out more

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Consulting & Support
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Strategic input when you want a fresh perspective - whether you're starting from scratch, refreshing your approach or simply want an outside view, I can provide experienced support to help shape your
​new business plan.


 Research & Analysis
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Insight to help strengthen your strategy. In-depth industry, competitor or pre-meeting research to help make better decisions and smarter plans.


Training 
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Tailored communication techniques for agencies who want to handle outreach in-house. Practical support to help improve effectiveness and gain more confidence approaching prospects.

 Experience with:

  • ​​​Design & brand agencies
  • Creative agencies
  • Digital creatives
  • 3D designers
  • Interior designers
  • Architects
  • ​PR agencies
  • Marketing & communication agencies
  • Exhibition & event designers
  • Industrial designers
  • Technology & software companies
  • Printers
  • Animators
  • Photographers
  • Commercial designers
  • Graphic designers
  • Field marketing & experiential agencies
  • Advertising agencies
  • Market research agencies
  • Other creatives not on this list