We’re thrilled to reflect on some incredible news from earlier this year!
In April, our Leeds-based marketing solutions consultancy, Youbee Media, was honoured with the prestigious title of Yorkshire’s ‘Creative Marketing Agency of the Year’ at the National Business Hero Awards. The award is a testament to our hard work, innovative approach, and the vibrant creativity that defines Youbee Media.
The Fashion Ball, at the National Business Hero Awards
The National Business Hero Awards are a highlight of the annual Fashion Ball, an event that’s celebrated for its focus on diversity, inclusion, and equality. Now in its 27th year, the Fashion Ball has grown to become the largest business, fashion, beauty, and lifestyle event in the North, outside of London. To be recognised among such high-calibre professionals and companies is an achievement we are thrilled to share.
Lisa Darwin, the founder of the Fashion Ball, highlighted the significance of this recognition by saying, “The calibre of shortlisted professionals was so high this year, and we had some incredible businesses and individuals to consider. Youbee Media stood out as a company that’s making their presence known, growing, and building connections. They really deserve this recognition.”
Since our inception in 2020, Youbee Media has made impressive strides. We’ve been shortlisted for the Enterprise Vision Awards, Yorkshire Choice Awards, and Yorkshire BusinessWoman Awards as well as scooped 'Marketing Consultancy of the Year' for three consecutive years in the Yorkshire Prestige Awards. Our Founder and CEO Rebecca Hopwood has earned accolades in the Insider Media 42 Under 42 list, the Northern Power Women Future List, and thebusinessdesk.com Leadership Awards (Yorkshire).
Rebecca reflects on our journey with immense pride: “I’m incredibly proud of what I’ve built with Youbee Media, simply because I chose to exceed small and predictable expectations. I’ve always had a vision of creating a culture that’s inclusive, supportive, and nurturing. It means that Youbee Media is flexible and free-thinking. This drives great results from the team and all our associates.”
Our Head of Creative, Dena Reynolds, shares this sentiment: “It’s so liberating to work in a safe and progressive space. This creative licence means I’m constantly motivated to discover and deliver new solutions. It’s such an effective process, and I feel I get as much out of this as our clients do.”
We also celebrate the growth and success of our team members. Olivia Rock, who joined us in 2022 as a Digital Marketing Apprentice, has quickly risen to the role of Content Executive. Olivia says, “This is such an exciting time to be part of a creative digital marketing team. I’m able to utilise tech updates and social trends, and I know that as we gain more recognition, Youbee Media will grow and I can expand my own skillset.”
The importance of our charity work, and our unique approach
At Youbee Media, we’re passionate about both our client projects and our charitable initiatives. We work with a diverse range of businesses, from sole traders to international B2B clients, always focusing on relationship building, delivering value, and crafting strategic campaigns. This dedication makes us the ideal partner for SMEs in Yorkshire.
Reflecting on our success at the awards ceremony, Rebecca noted, “The magic of our approach started to show early on, when our clients responded with excitement to our proposals, followed by great feedback as our collaborations progressed. It just makes sense to me. We listen, we keep an open mind, and we really get to know our clients and where they’re heading. Clients say that we just ‘get it,’ that our multi-faceted strategies work seamlessly with what they hope to achieve. The results then speak for themselves.”
Looking ahead to 2024, we anticipate continued expansion and team growth, always keeping our core values of creating joy, celebrating success, and maximizing opportunities at the heart of our journey.
Thank you for being part of our story. We can’t wait to share more milestones and successes with you as we continue to grow and innovate in the world of Creative Marketing!
