Smarter Capital proudly announces its most recent milestone with the acquisition of a majority stake in Bristol-based Arobase Creative, an acclaimed agency known for its expertise in Creative Design, Branding, Photography, Motion, and Web Design.
The acquisition, conducted under Dexterous Designs Ltd, which Smarter Capital acquired in the summer of 2023, represents a remarkable near 100% growth for Dexterous in less than nine months.
Arobase Creative's exceptional capabilities, meticulous attention to detail, and impressive project deliverables perfectly complement the evolving needs of Smarter Capital's growing portfolio.
As Smarter Capital continues its mission of building a formidable group of E-commerce businesses through strategic acquisitions, Arobase Creative emerges as a pivotal addition to this vision.
The proven skills and capabilities of Arobase Creative will serve to drive the organic growth of Smarter Capital's acquired E-commerce businesses, enhancing their digital presence and customer engagement strategies.
In addition to benefiting the E-commerce ventures, Smarter Capital will play a vital role in guiding Arobase Creative and its esteemed Founders, Tom Garland, and Andrew Cadywould, towards further organic growth.
Tom Garland, Director of Arobase Creative, expressed his enthusiasm about joining forces with Smarter Capital, stating:
'We couldn't be more thrilled for this partnership. For the last few years, the phrase Unlocking Potential By Design has been at the forefront of our work ethos. Now having the Smarter Capital and Dexterous Design team's expertise, experience and support within the agency finally feels like we're ready to unlock the potential within Arobase.'.
Andrew Cadywould, Tom's co-Director, further emphasised the excitement of this collaboration, stating:
'Since we first met the teams at Smarter Capital and Dexterous Designs, it has been clear there is a great mutual respect for each other's specialist skillsets and a collective excitement for what we can do together.'.
We're really excited by the prospect of bringing experienced business growth experts into a young and hungry creative agency, building on seven great years, and helping Arobase Creative become what we always envisaged it could be.'.
This strategic alliance marks a significant milestone for all parties involved, presenting boundless opportunities for Arobase Creative as its exceptional capabilities attract increasing demand both within and beyond the Smarter Capital group.
Founder and Managing Director of Dexterous Designs, Marc Eggleton, shared his excitement about this transformative venture, remarking:
'It fills me with tremendous excitement to embark on this journey and witness the rapid growth of Dexterous. Our acquisition and partnership with Arobase present us with an incredible opportunity for expansion. Not only does this collaboration open doors to new geographical markets, but it also enriches our team with diverse skills and expertise. This move solidifies our creative capabilities within Smarter Capital, and I am eager to see where this journey takes us'.
About Smarter Capital
Smarter Capital is a leading acquisition company specialising in providing innovative solutions to help businesses thrive in the digital era. Focused on E-commerce, IT, wholesale, and distribution businesses, Smarter Capital is dedicated to delivering exceptional results and superior customer service.
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