Helping Independent Agencies Win More Pitches

The Festival of New Business is where ideas are shared, challenges unpacked, and opportunities created. At The Great Pitch Company, we are proud to sponsor this year’s event. For us, it’s about more than presence, it’s about supporting the independent agency community and sharing expertise that helps agencies grow profitably and sustainably.

Who We Are

Founded in 2019, The Great Pitch Company has quickly become the consultancy agencies turn to when they want to improve their new business performance. From independents to networks and holding companies, our clients share one ambition: to win more and waste less.

We focus on two key areas:

• Great Now: converting live opportunities into wins through pitch consultancy and performance coaching.
• Great Forever: through consultancy and training programmes, aligning new business culture, processes, and people so that they win consistently.

Seen as management consultants with deep expertise in business development for the communications industry, we deliver step-change results that transform businesses, brands, and reputations.

What We’ll Be Doing at Festival of New business

Exhibition & Stand — Beat the Buzzer

Join us at our stand for Beat the Buzzer, a lively competition with a prize for the winner. We chose this game because it mirrors what agencies face in new business: navigating ups and downs, staying sharp under pressure, and avoiding pitfalls along the way. Come test your skills, meet our team, and start a conversation about how to win more pitches.

Morning Panel — The Problem with New Business

This discussion explores the biggest challenges independent agencies face: rising client expectations, pitch fatigue, shrinking margins, and over-reliance on referrals. Agency leaders and new business experts will share lessons, strategies, and realistic perspectives on building a consistent pipeline. The session includes an open Q&A, so bring your questions and leave with fresh ideas.

Breakout Session — The Ten Mistakes Independent Agencies Make When Pitching

Last year, The Great Pitch Company helped clients win every pitch we collaborated on. In this session, our Founder & CEO will reveal the most common mistakes agencies make and how to avoid them. Drawing on experience from hundreds of pitches, he’ll provide actionable insights to boost your win rate.

Why Connect with Us

Whether at the stand, the panel, or the breakout session, you’ll gain practical tools, fresh perspectives, and strategies you can apply immediately. Our mission is simple: to help agencies pitch smarter, win more often, and grow sustainably.