Business reporter

Published 10th Sep 2023, 11:45 BST

Founded in 1989, Live and Breathe is an independent marketing agency that offers services including strategy, creative, digital as well as content creation to companies across the UK and globally.

The business has been banking with Lloyds Bank since 1990 and recently secured a £750,000 finance package, to invest in its long-term growth.

Matt Shaw, finance director of Live and Breathe, said: “While lockdown was a challenge for the agency, we were able to refocus our energy into growth strategies and are proud of the progress we have been able to make. The recent funding from Lloyds Bank has allowed us to invest in our team and as a result, we have been able to work more efficiently and grow our number of employees.

Live and Breathe is targeting growth and creating further job opportunities, thanks to support from Lloyds Bank. Photo credit: Joe Giddens/PA Wire

“The Bank’s support has allowed us to look towards the future and we are excited for the opportunities that are to come with the new roles in our agency and our upcoming rebranding.”

The agency recently launched a summer internship scheme. This has seen the firm’s headcount nearly double in number - growing from 65 to 115 people.

As it plans for further growth, the company is now working on a rebrand to help bring together all of its services.

Leeds-based advertising media firm targets growth after support from Lloyds Bank