BELFAST-based digital agency Engage is expanding its reach into the UK, Europe and US market and increasing its workforce by nine as part of a Bank of Ireland-backed initiative.
Founded by in 2011 and now employing 26 digital experts across three sites, Engage creates exceptional online experiences for clients in Ireland and the UK by combining web design and digital strategy with market leading technology.
The business was highlighted as "One to Watch’ in the E-consultancy’s Top 100 Digital Agencies 2016 Report, the first digital agency in Northern Ireland ever to be recognised by them. Engage was also named as the Rising Star in this year's Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Awards, which celebrates stellar business growth.
The investment will finance a sales market office in London and expansion into the US market and will also contribute towards extending sales teams in the key markets of Belfast and Dublin.
Further roles will secure new resources in web development, mobile app development and digital marketing to enable the company to maximise opportunities with both existing and new clients.
The company also plans to invest in new product development and in cutting edge technology that will enhance their delivery to clients and increase efficiencies within the business.
Engage managing director Steven Cassin said: "Bank of Ireland UK has supported us from our inception, has always demonstrated a unique understanding of the business and have been hugely supportive of our ambitious growth plans. We are determined to maximise our considerable potential and this funding will help us to achieve our goals."
Bank of Ireland UK's business banking director Gavin Kennedy added: "We've worked closely with Engage since they established the business five years ago and are delighted to support their growth ambitions at home and as they expand into the United States."
