On October 2nd 2007, grow, a refreshingly creative Doha-based advertising and design agency will celebrate its second birthday. From humble beginnings: two men, two computers and one telephone to 14 committed, dedicated specialists from around the world.
grow has reached this milestone working with the biggest companies and brands in Qatar from real estate developers to hotels and from banks to energy companies. In just two years, grow has worked with over 30 clients on local, regional and international campaigns.
grow clients have included Alaqaria, Awqaf, Carnegie Mellon, Commercialbank, Harley-Davidson, Ministry of Economy and Commerce, Qatar Insurance Company, Qatari Diar and Ramada Plaza Doha to name a few.
grow was established to bring international design and branding expertise, blended with local knowledge and understanding, to the Qatar market. This has proved a popular combination with both local and international businesses. The company’s growth mirrors the rapid development of Qatar and has catapulted it into the larger agency scene, competing with multinational agencies in Qatar and winning awards for its work.
Anthony Ryman, Managing Director at grow, confirms, “We offer insight into local culture and customs as well as a strategic view of future trends which affect industry, customers and brands. We focus on articulating the essence of our clients' positioning and differentiation to a worldwide audience, thereby building powerful brands.”
“Excellent work. Well done. I really didn’t think there was an agency in Qatar that could be as professional as you and produce such excellent work in such a short timeframe. I also congratulate your client managers who were very responsive and service-oriented” highlights Khaldoun Al Masri, Managing Director at Qatar Glass Industries.
Mr. Sandeep Nanda, Senior Vice President of Qatar Insurance Company says of grow “grow have the ability to not only think strategically, but also back that up with creative follow-through.”. Mr Ian Lillie, Sales and Marketing Director of Ramada Plaza Doha says ” The Ramada Plaza project is extremely important to us and grow have proved to be both creative and strategic partners to work with.”
“Companies are increasingly aware that brands are the only key differentiator between their offer and their competitors,” says Anthony Ryman. “Brands have become a shorthand for expressing who you are and what you think and feel. ”
“grow’s strength is growing brands and thereby growing businesses and we are committed to helping Qatari businesses to succeed and expand.” |
