Sometimes partnerships come together in a way that just feels right, and this is one of those moments.
We’re thrilled to share that StrategiQ, a London-based marketing agency with Suffolk roots, has joined Inspire as the principal sponsor of our annual Charity Ball. Even more excitingly, they’ll also be working closely with us throughout the year to create new opportunities for the young people we support.
But what makes this partnership truly special is the story behind it.
From Holywells Pupil to Creative Industry Leader
StrategiQ’s CEO, Andy Smith, grew up in Suffolk and attended Holywells. The school building that Inspire now calls home. Returning to support the young people in the community where his own journey began has been a meaningful milestone for him.
Andy told us,
“I was fortunate enough to have people who believed in me and helped me find my path. Inspire does that for young people today – they provide the guidance and support that can genuinely make a difference. It feels like a real full-circle moment for me.”
We couldn’t agree more.
More Than Sponsorship; A Commitment to Opening Doors
This isn’t the first time we’ve collaborated with the StrategiQ team. They previously supported our Our Door Is Always Open campaign, which helped us share the message that Inspire is here for any young person who needs us.
This new partnership takes things even further.
StrategiQ will be hosting visits for Inspire participants, inviting young people to their London office to meet creative professionals, take part in workshops, and explore what a future in the industry could look like. For many, it will be their first experience inside a creative agency. A chance to imagine new possibilities.
Andy put it beautifully when he said,
“This felt like an opportunity to do more than just create campaigns, to actually open our own doors and create tangible opportunities.”
Creating Real Opportunities for Young People
At Inspire, we work with young people facing a range of challenges. Our mission is simple:
to empower every young person to realise their potential, whatever their circumstances.
Seeing organisations like StrategiQ choose to invest not just money, but time, energy, and genuine belief in young people makes all the difference.
Our CEO, Andy Crump, shared:
“StrategiQ’s support means we can continue and expand our work with young people across Suffolk. Having a partner who truly understands our mission, and wants to be part of our journey, is incredibly powerful.”
A Spark That Could Change a Life
We know that everyone’s journey looks different.
For one young person, stepping into a London agency might inspire a new career dream. For another, it may simply build confidence, or show them that their voice and ideas belong in these spaces too.
What matters is that they’re given the chance to see what’s possible.
And thanks to this partnership, many more young people will get exactly that.
