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About The Handy Marketing Company

A family-run marketing company based in Suffolk, set up in 2020 by Clair Bryant, a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing.

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Our story

What started as a one-woman consultancy during the pandemic has grown steadily through word of mouth, built on trust, flexibility and a practical approach.

We support businesses of all sizes with strategy, branding, websites, content and digital marketing. Clair leads each project and brings in a network of trusted specialists when they are needed. Her brother Matt joined the team in 2025 as a business consultant, bringing his experience in education and course development.

We’re not a big agency and don’t act like one. You get honest advice, clear communication, and support that fits around your business, not the other way around.

Most of our clients are owner-led small and medium businesses. The model suits charities and purpose-led organisations too, and larger organisations that need a focused project, strategic input or extra delivery support.

Clair Bryant smiling at a desk with notebooks and a phone in front of her
Clair Bryant smiling with her arms folded, in a navy blazer and jeans

Meet Clair

Clair Bryant Founder and Managing Director

Clair started The Handy Marketing Company in 2020 to give businesses access to straight-talking, practical marketing support. She's a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CFCIM) with over 25 years of experience across sectors like tourism, manufacturing and pharma.

She leads every project herself, brings in the right specialists from The Handy Network when they're needed, and stays your point of contact throughout. Clients value her honest approach and her ability to make marketing feel less overwhelming.

  • CIM Chartered Fellow (CFCIM)
  • 25+ years in marketing
  • UK Social Media Awards 2025 winner

It keeps our service agile, our pricing fair, and our solutions tailored to exactly what your business needs. No bloated overheads, no one-size-fits-all.

The rest of the team

  • Matt Bryant on a boat with a small terrier on his lap

    Matt Bryant

    Business Consultant

    Matt brings over 20 years of experience in education, specialising in business and enterprise. He's led departments, developed courses, and supported thousands of students and educators.

    At The Handy Marketing Company, he focuses on course marketing, content development, and helping clients structure and promote training offers. He's also Clair's older brother, and supported the business behind the scenes for years before officially joining the team.

  • Nelly, a black Labrador, sitting on a sandy path with sand on her nose

    Nelly Bryant

    Director of Happiness

    Nelly is Clair's black Labrador and the unofficial boss of the office. She takes her meet-and-greet duties seriously, welcoming visitors with a tail wag and a hopeful look for snacks.

    Whether she's snoozing under a desk or popping up on video calls, Nelly keeps the mood light and the team smiling.

How we work

  • Honest advice

    We tell you what will make a real difference, even when that means doing less.

  • Clear communication

    Plain English, regular updates and no jargon.

  • Support that fits

    Support that fits around your business, not the other way around.

  • Practical results

    We focus on what works, with no agency fluff.

Awards and accreditations

  • UK Social Media Awards 2025 winner

    UK Social Media Awards 2025 winner

    Recognised at the UK Social Media Awards 2025 for our organic campaign with Domestic Abuse Education, delivered without paid advertising.

  • CIM Chartered Fellow

    CIM Chartered Fellow

    Clair is a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CFCIM), recognising senior marketing experience, professional competence and a commitment to continued development.

  • Suffolk Chamber of Commerce member

    Suffolk Chamber of Commerce member

    Proud members of the Suffolk Chamber of Commerce, supporting and working alongside businesses across the local area.

Frequently asked questions

What industries do you work with?

We work with a wide range of businesses, from startups and SMEs to charities and established organisations. Our experience spans leisure, tourism, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing and professional services. Because our approach is practical and flexible, we adapt quickly to any sector.

How do you measure success?

Success depends on your goals. For some clients it's more leads, for others it's stronger brand awareness or consistent content. We track key metrics such as website traffic, conversions, engagement rates and campaign performance, and report on progress clearly.

What is your process for working with clients?

We start with a conversation to understand your business and objectives. From there, we recommend the right level of support, whether that's a strategy, a full marketing plan or hands-on management. We keep communication open with regular check-ins and reports.

Are your strategies tailored or do you use set packages?

Everything is tailored. We don't believe in one-size-fits-all marketing. Some services have clear starting packages, but the advice, content and strategy behind them are designed around your business and budget.

Let's make your marketing feel manageable

Book a free 30-minute conversation with Clair about your business, your goals and how we could help.

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