Stop paying for “retainers” that don’t retain customers

Most marketing agencies want you on a retainer. They promise “ongoing support” and “strategic growth” – then deliver generic monthly reports and the bare minimum to keep you paying.

Growth Spark’s Growth Programmes are different.

You get a dedicated team, clear monthly deliverables, and honest strategy focused on one thing: getting you more of the right customers, every single month.

No fluff. No vanity metrics. No 12-month lock-ins.

Three programmes, built for different stages of growth

Which programme is right for you?

• Already have a website and getting some traffic? → Start with Local Leader (£495–£995/month)
• Ready to scale aggressively and need a full growth team? → Apply for Founders Programme (£1,995+/month)
• Need content, SEO, or social media management without the full package? → Choose Essentials Retainers (from £495/month)

Programme 1: Local Leader

Dominate your local area and become the obvious choice for customers near you

Perfect for:

• Local service businesses (trades, professional services, clinics, salons, gyms)
• Bricks-and-mortar High Street businesses (cafés, shops, restaurants, bars)
• Businesses that rely on “near me” searches and local customers

What you get every month:

✓ Google Map Pack optimisation
We get you ranking in the top 3 local results when people search “[your service] near me” on Google Maps.

✓ Local SEO management
Ongoing optimisation of your Google Business Profile, local citations, and location-specific landing pages.

✓ Review building & monitoring
We help you generate genuine reviews from happy customers and respond to all reviews (positive and negative) professionally.

✓ Monthly content & updates
2 SEO-optimised blog posts or service pages per month, written to rank for local keywords and answer your customers’ questions.

✓ Local listings management
We ensure your business details (address, phone, hours, services) are consistent across all major directories (Google, Bing, Facebook, Yell, etc.).

✓ Monthly ranking & traffic reports
Plain-English reports showing your Map Pack position, website traffic, enquiries, and what we’re doing next month.

Pricing:

• Standard: £495/month (1 location, basic local SEO)
• Growth: £795/month (multi-location or competitive niche)
• Leader: £995/month (aggressive local domination, includes PPC support)

Minimum commitment: None. Cancel anytime with 30 days’ notice.

[Apply for Local Leader →]

Programme 2: Founders Programme

Your dedicated growth team – strategy, execution, and accountability

Perfect for:

• Ambitious SMBs ready to scale from £100k–£500k+ turnover
• Founders who’ve outgrown DIY marketing and need a proper growth partner
• Businesses frustrated by agencies that overpromise and underdeliver
• Companies ready to invest in joined-up marketing across multiple channels

What you get every month:

✓ Dedicated growth strategist
You get a named strategist who knows your business, industry, and goals inside out. No rotating account managers.

✓ Full-service SEO & content marketing

• Ongoing technical SEO audits and fixes
• 4–8 high-quality blog posts, landing pages, or pillar content per month
• Keyword research and content planning aligned to your sales funnel
• Backlink building and PR outreach

✓ Social media management (optional)

• Content planning and scheduling across 2–3 platforms
• Community management (replies, DMs, engagement)
• Monthly performance reporting

✓ PPC management (optional)

• Google Ads and/or Facebook/Instagram Ads setup and management
• Ongoing testing, optimisation, and budget management
• Clear ROI tracking and reporting

✓ Conversion rate optimisation (CRO)

• We analyse your website, landing pages, and forms to plug leaks in your funnel
• A/B testing, UX improvements, and conversion-focused tweaks
• Goal: turn more visitors into enquiries and customers

✓ Email marketing & automation

• Lead magnet creation and nurture sequences
• Email campaigns for launches, promotions, and re-engagement
• CRM setup and automation (HubSpot, Go High Level, or similar)

✓ Quarterly strategy & planning calls

• 90-minute deep-dive sessions every quarter to review results, adjust strategy, and plan the next 90 days
• You set the goals, we build the plan to hit them

✓ Priority support

• Direct access to your strategist via email, Slack, or WhatsApp
• Monthly video check-ins (15–30 mins) to stay aligned
• Fast turnaround on urgent requests

Pricing:

• Standard: £1,995/month (SEO, content, local presence, strategy)
• Growth: £2,995/month (adds social media or PPC management)
• Scale: £4,995+/month (multi-channel, aggressive growth, enterprise-level support)

Minimum commitment: 3 months (to give the strategy time to work), then month-to-month.

Who it’s NOT for:

• Businesses looking for the cheapest option
• Companies not ready to invest at least £2k/month in marketing
• Founders who want to “set it and forget it” – this is a partnership, not a vending machine

[Apply for Founders Programme →]

Programme 3: Essentials Retainers

Pick the marketing you need most, without committing to a full programme

Perfect for:

• Businesses with limited budgets who need one specific thing done well
• Companies with in-house teams who need help with content, SEO, or social
• Start-ups who want to grow one channel at a time

Choose from:

Content & SEO Retainer

£495–£795/month

What you get:

• 2–4 SEO-optimised blog posts or landing pages per month
• Keyword research and content planning
• On-page SEO (title tags, meta descriptions, internal linking)
• Monthly traffic and ranking reports

Perfect for: Businesses who know content drives leads but don’t have time to write it.

Social Media Management Retainer

£595–£895/month

What you get:

• Content planning and scheduling (2–3 platforms)
• 12–20 posts per month (feed posts, stories, reels)
• Community management (replies, DMs, comments)
• Monthly performance reports

Perfect for: Local businesses who need consistent social presence but can’t manage it themselves.

Google Business Profile Management

£295/month

What you get:

• Weekly Google Business Profile posts
• Review monitoring and response management
• Photo uploads and profile updates
• Monthly Map Pack ranking reports

Perfect for: Service businesses who rely heavily on local search and “near me” traffic.

Technical SEO & Website Maintenance

£395/month

What you get:

• Monthly technical SEO audits and fixes
• Website speed optimisation
• Security updates and backups
• Uptime monitoring and support

Perfect for: Businesses with a site that works but needs ongoing maintenance and SEO tweaks.

[Book a call to discuss Essentials Retainers →]

What makes our programmes different from other agencies?

1. No lock-in contracts (except Founders Programme)

Most agencies trap you in 6–12 month contracts because they know their work doesn’t deliver results.

We don’t. You stay because you’re getting value, not because you’re legally trapped.

2. Clear monthly deliverables

You’ll always know exactly what you’re getting each month. No vague “strategic consultancy” or “ongoing optimisation” – we tell you what we’re doing and when.

3. Plain-English reporting

Our reports focus on what matters: traffic, leads, enquiries, and revenue. No filler, no jargon, no vanity metrics to hide poor performance.

4. Honest advice (even when it costs us)

If you don’t need something, we’ll tell you. If there’s a better way to spend your budget, we’ll recommend it – even if it means less revenue for us.

5. We treat your business like our own

Your wins are our wins. We’re invested in your long-term success, not just hitting our monthly billables.

How we work: the Growth Spark process

Month 1: Onboarding & strategy

• 90-minute kick-off call to deep-dive into your business, goals, competitors, and customers
• We audit your current marketing (website, SEO, social, ads, content)
• You get a clear 90-day plan with priorities, timelines, and expected outcomes
• We set up tracking, reporting, and communication systems

Months 2–3: Execution & momentum

• We execute the plan: publishing content, optimising SEO, managing ads, building reviews, etc.
• You get weekly/monthly updates (depending on your programme)
• We track what’s working and adjust quickly if something isn’t

Month 4+: Optimisation & scaling

• We double down on what’s working and cut what isn’t
• Quarterly strategy sessions to refine goals and plan the next phase
• Ongoing growth and support for as long as you need us

Real results from businesses on our programmes

“We joined the Founders Programme when we were doing £120k/year. Within 12 months we were at £250k. Growth Spark didn’t just ‘do marketing’ – they became part of our team.”
— Sophie R., Professional Services, London

“The Local Leader programme got us from page 3 to the Map Pack in 6 weeks. We’re now getting 20+ enquiries a week from Google alone.”
— James T., Plumbing & Heating, Essex

“I tried doing social media myself for 18 months and got nowhere. Growth Spark’s Social Media Retainer gave me consistency and professionalism I could never achieve alone.”
— Lisa M., Salon Owner, Hertfordshire

Which programme is right for you?

Still not sure? Here’s a quick guide:

Frequently asked questions

Can I upgrade or downgrade my programme?

Yes – if your needs change, we’ll adjust your programme. No penalties, no hassle.

Do you work with businesses outside the UK?

Our sweet spot is UK-based businesses, especially those targeting local customers. If you’re outside the UK, get in touch and we’ll see if we’re a good fit.

What if I already have a marketing team?

Great! We can work alongside your team, filling gaps or taking specific channels off their plate.

How long does it take to see results?

• Local Leader: Most clients see Map Pack improvements within 4–8 weeks
• Founders Programme: Meaningful traffic and lead growth typically takes 3–6 months
• Essentials Retainers: Depends on the channel – SEO is 3–6 months, social media is faster

Can I pause my programme if I need to?

Yes – just give us 30 days’ notice and we’ll pause your programme. You can restart anytime (subject to availability).

What happens if I cancel?

You own all the work we’ve created (content, graphics, ads, etc.). We’ll hand everything over and wish you well. No hard feelings.

Ready to grow your business the right way?

If you’ve read this far, you’re probably ready for a proper marketing partner who gives a damn about your success.

Next step: Book a free 30-minute Growth Call and we’ll:

• Learn about your business, goals, and current marketing
• Recommend the right programme for your stage and budget
• Show you exactly what we’d do in the first 90 days
• Answer any questions you have

No pressure. No sales pitch. Just honest advice from people who care.

[Book your free Growth Call now]

Or call us directly: 0203 916 6314

Let’s make you the obvious choice in your market.

Growth Spark Marketing
Tower Hamlets, London, UK

📞 0203 916 6314
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🌐 www.growthsparkmarketing.com