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Social & Creator

Social Chain

A social-first and creator marketing agency that started in Manchester and now operates from hubs on several continents.
Based in
Manchester, London, New York, Singapore, Egypt, Bulgaria, Amsterdam, Dubai, United Kingdom
Established
2014
Website
socialchain.com(opens in a new tab)

What we found, and where it comes from

  • Founded in November 2014 by Steven Bartlett and Dominic McGregor.

    Source: Startups.co.uk, Young Guns

  • Acquired by Brave Bison in February 2023 for an initial £7.7 million, with up to a further £9.5 million contingent over three years.

    Source: ITV News on the sale

  • Its website lists eight hubs: Manchester, London, New York, Singapore, Egypt, Bulgaria, Amsterdam and Dubai.

    Source: Social Chain website (self-reported)

Clients named in public sources

Examples only, not a full client list. Being named does not mean the relationship is current.

SharkNinja, Holland & Barrett, KFC, TikTok US

Source: Social Chain website, case studies

Caveats and things to check

  • The company changed ownership and strategy after the 2023 sale. Older articles about its clients and size describe a different business.
  • Steven Bartlett stepped down from the company before the sale; sources differ on the exact year.

All sources

  1. Startups.co.uk, Young Guns
  2. ITV News on the sale
  3. Social Chain website, case studies

Last checked 16 October 2026. Details change, so confirm with the agency before you decide.

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