Marketing support for small businesses with big ideas.

Based in Dorset and working with small businesses across the UK, I help founders and small business owners turn ideas into action with clarity, creativity and practical marketing support. Bridging the gap between where you are now and where you want to be.

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How I Can Help

When you have too many ideas, competing priorities or simply don’t know where to start, I help you make sense of it all and find a clear way forward.
I help turn ambitions and ideas into a focused strategy, with realistic priorities and practical next steps that fit your business.
Whether you’re short on time, missing particular expertise or just need an experienced extra pair of hands, I can step in where you need me most.
Good ideas shouldn’t stay on the to-do list. I combine strategic thinking with hands-on support to help make things happen.
Sometimes you’re simply too close to your own business. I bring an outside perspective, ask the right questions and help uncover opportunities you may not have considered.
From making a big decision to launching something new, I give you the support and reassurance to move forward knowing there’s clear thinking behind what you’re doing.

Book Your Gap Session

Book a two-hour Gap Session for just £195 and let’s find the clarity your business needs. Together, we’ll untangle the ideas, identify what’s holding you back and work out the practical next steps to move your business forward with confidence.

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At The Gap Agency, I choose to work with a select number of small businesses so I can really get to know you, your business and what you’re trying to achieve. Whether you need an experienced extra pair of hands, fresh ideas, specialist expertise or simply more time to get things done, I provide flexible support shaped around what you actually need.

Marketing support for small businesses with big ideas.

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From branding and website design to marketing strategy, campaigns and creative support, I work alongside you to bridge the gaps in time, skills and clarity, helping you focus on what matters and move your business forward with confidence.

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Creative small business owner working on plans and ideas at her desk.

A complete brand launch for Stage Awaits Performing Arts, bringing together a new visual identity, website, print, signage and marketing materials to create one confident, cohesive brand.
A complete website redesign for Alderholt Leadworks, transforming an underperforming site into a professional, functional platform, alongside a new lead generation process with enquiry handling, quote and email templates designed to turn opportunities into customers.
A targeted lead generation campaign for Cara Telemarketing, combining detailed audience research and buyer personas with dedicated campaign content and a six-week outreach programme designed to engage the right prospects and build a stronger sales pipeline.

Some Recent Projects

Cara Telemarketing

"Debbie has been a valuable freelance resource who has supported our business to develop marketing strategies which deliver results."
Victoria Mulholland | Operations & Campaigns Director
Morse Toad

"Diligent and hardworking, Debbie made a real difference to the business and to me. I was eternally grateful for her support and the work she put in to grow the business."
Dicky Broadhurst
Iconic Luxury Hotels

"Debbie coached me to progress in my career, & helped to make significant improvements to our department. Looking for organisation and creativity? She’s got it all!"
Lucy Strong
Stage Awaits

“Thank you so much for all your guidance and support, and for helping me with all things Stage Awaits. I have absolutely loved working with you. You have made a stressful time feel exciting and enjoyable, and I honestly couldn’t have done it without you. I’m so excited to continue working with you and see what we can achieve with Stage Awaits. I feel super lucky to have you by my side on this journey.”
Eleanor Faulker | Founder & Principal
Alderholt Leadworks

“We knew our website needed sorting out but didn’t really know where to start. Debbie took care of the whole thing and made it really straightforward. She found problems we didn’t even know we had, including customer enquiries not getting through, and the new site is so much clearer and easier to use. Really pleased with what she’s done for us and would definitely recommend her.”
Phil Huckle | Owner
Flowplant Group Ltd

“Debbie gave a huge amount to Flowplant over the three years she worked with us. I’d like to thank her for all the time and support she gave to the business. The door is always open and I’m sure we’ll work together again at some point in the future. I wish her every success with what comes next.”
Steve Smith | Group Managing Director
The Beauty Spot

“I absolutely love the website Debbie created for The Beauty Spot. She understood exactly what I wanted and made the whole process really easy. It looks professional, feels like me and makes it so much easier for clients to find what they need. I wouldn’t have known where to start with half of it, so having Debbie take care of everything was brilliant. I’d definitely recommend her.”
Natasha Curtis | Owner
Cats at The Paddocks

“Debbie created a new website for Cats at The Paddock and made the whole process straightforward from start to finish. We’re really pleased with the result. It looks professional, is easy to use and does exactly what we need it to do.”
Nicki Salmond | Owner
The Funky Fridolin

“Debbie just got what I was trying to do with The Funky Fridolin. She took my ideas and turned them into a look that really fits me and what I do. Really happy with how it all came together.”
DJ Minty

I help founders and small business owners turn ideas into action, combining nearly 30 years of marketing experience with strategic thinking, creativity and practical support.

Whether the gap is time, expertise or simply knowing what to do next, I bring clarity, direction and hands-on support to help you move your business forward with confidence.

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Why Choose
The Gap Agency

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Let’s Team Up

Tell me a little about your business and where you’d like to go next, and let’s see how I can help you get there.