EXPERT DIGITAL MARKETING SERVICES
AFFORDABLE AND EFFECTIVE SOLUTIONS TO GROW YOUR ONLINE PRESENCE AND COMMUNITY IMPACT.
At SME Local CIC, we don’t just build websites — we rebuild confidence, reignite visibility, and restore opportunity.
Our mission began in response to a storm of challenges: the collapse of our local council, the aftermath of a global pandemic, and the rising cost-of-living crisis. As a result, small businesses struggled to be seen, charities lost funding, and community organisations faced digital extinction.
SME Local CIC was founded to bridge the digital divide. Driven by purpose, our award-winning team stepped in to offer affordable, high-quality marketing and branding solutions to those who needed them most.
Importantly, we operate as a not-for-profit. Because of this, we reinvest earnings to offer free services to charities and make top-tier marketing accessible to small businesses.
We’re here to change that. By lifting up our local economy, we strengthen the entire community.
Let’s build a future that thrives — digitally, locally, and sustainably.
Learn how we support communities through Social Enterprise UK.
Key Features and Benefits
EXPERT-LED SERVICES
With decades of experience, our team brings both strategy and practical know-how. For example, we offer SEO and web development services. Importantly, everything is handled in-house by professionals who understand the local Croydon landscape.
AFFORDABLE MARKETING SOLUTIONS
We offer tailored marketing strategies without bloated agency fees. As a result, small businesses can compete online. In fact, our goal is to level the playing field between local firms and national chains.
COMMUNITY-FIRST APPROACH
We’re driven by mission, not margins. That’s why we reinvest surplus funds into local charities and organisations. In turn, your investment grows your business and strengthens the community.
DATA-LED CAMPAIGNS THAT DELIVER
We remove the guesswork from marketing. For example, we use web analytics, audience insights, and content strategies. Consequently, every campaign is backed by real-time data and optimised for results.
TAILORED SUPPPORT WITH HEART
Our clients are partners in a shared mission. That’s why we offer tailored guidance and personal support. Above all, we care about your success.
DIGITAL INCLUSION AND ACCESSABILITY
We help bridge the digital gap that leaves many behind. Whether you’re a family-run shop, a community centre, or a local charity, we make sure your voice is heard. As a result, your services become more visible and your impact grows.
Founders' Drive & Mission
The founders of SME Local CIC are not just marketers; they are strategic business leaders with a passion for real-world impact. Their experience spans:
Managing and scaling multi-million-pound companies that have won both local and national awards for outstanding service and brand excellence.
Helping businesses develop sustainable revenue streams and compete against national and international brands in an ever-changing digital world.
Working with local schools, colleges, universities, and charities to provide enrichment, work experience, and training for future generations.
Running large-scale UK tours of cultural events, gaining invaluable insight into data capture, audience engagement, and strategic marketing growth.
Their drive comes from the belief that small businesses should not be left behind. Therefore, they created SME Local CIC to level the playing field. They believe in levelling the playing field, ensuring that even the smallest enterprise can have a strong, authoritative online presence.
Why is cutting-edge marketing and audience data reserved for only major corporations?
And why do charities, which provide vital services, still struggle for visibility?
ALSO, why are local businesses losing out to national chains simply because of limited digital marketing budgets?
SME Local CIC was built to answer these questions with action
The founders are driven by a mission to create an ecosystem where businesses, charities, and community groups work together, benefiting from expert digital infrastructure, audience growth strategies, and sustainable brand development.
OUR PROJECTS
More Than Marketing – A Movement for Change
SME Local CIC isn’t just about driving website traffic, improving SEO, or increasing ad conversions. It’s about rebuilding the fabric of local business and community initiatives by ensuring everyone, whether an SME, charity, or social enterprise, has the tools they need to succeed.
We’re not just a marketing agency. We’re a community-driven movement, ensuring that the businesses and charities shaping our borough’s future don’t just survive; they thrive.
CLIENTS & PARTNERS
TESTIMONIALS
Daniel Young
“SME Local transformed our online presence. Their SEO strategy helped us rank on the first page for local searches, and our website traffic has doubled!”
WZ Academy
“Thanks to SME Local’s expertise, we’ve connected with our audience in meaningful ways. Their social media campaigns were a game-changer.”
Smiths Groundworks
“SME Local helped our business grow by improving our online presence and reaching the right local audience. Their tailored strategies and attention to detail have delivered impressive results, driving both traffic and sales. ”
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FAQs
SME Local CIC is a not-for-profit digital marketing agency based in Croydon. Above all, we specialise in affordable, high-quality marketing, branding, and educational services. In particular, we support small businesses, SMEs, and charities. Through our work, we empower organisations to thrive. At the same time, we reinvest in local community initiatives. As a result, we help foster sustainable growth across Croydon and beyond.
Unlike traditional agencies, SME Local CIC operates as a not-for-profit organisation. As a result, our focus isn’t just on profits. Instead, we prioritise creating real value for both our clients and the community. Each project, no matter its size, supports local charities, SMEs, and public initiatives. In doing so, working with us creates a ripple effect of positive change.
We work with a wide range of local changemakers.
For example, we support small businesses and SMEs that want to grow their online presence.
In addition, we help charities amplify their impact and connect with supporters.
Moreover, we assist community organisations that need affordable marketing or educational support.
We’re proudly based in Croydon. At the same time, we serve clients across the UK and internationally. Thanks to our local expertise, we’re a strong choice for businesses in South London. Even so, our services are flexible and work well in any location.
We follow a not-for-profit model. Because of this, we reinvest a portion of our earnings into community projects, educational programmes, and hyper-local initiatives. For example, we provide subsidised services to charities. In addition, we support youth engagement and sustainability efforts.
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