Case Studies

From placing their first UK employee in 2013 to securing 35 strategic hires across Europe, we've been integral to The Trade Desk's European expansion. Our partnership supported their growth from regional entrant to publicly listed AdTech leader.

When global language learning platform Duolingo planned their expansion into the UK market from their Pittsburgh headquarters, they needed a strategic recruitment partner. As their first venture into the UK market, finding the right leadership talent was crucial. Propel's expertise in 'land and expand' projects made us the ideal partner to help them establish their UK presence and navigate the local talent landscape.

Four Eyes Insight (FEI), a medical consultancy specialising in clinical efficiency, partnered with Propel through an introduction from private equity investor Livingbridge. Their strategic expansion plans included establishing a new software division, requiring exceptional product leadership to complement their existing consulting expertise.

In 2018, Philip Morris International (PMI) engaged Propel for a confidential search to build the executive team for their groundbreaking InsureTech venture. The mission was to appoint a Director of Digital Product ahead of their 2019 launch, focusing on driving customer engagement through digital platforms.

A pioneering Greek technology company revolutionising the global shipping sector through AI-driven market insights sought to establish their London commercial presence. We successfully placed a Chief Commercial Strategist to spearhead their sales function development, combining our technology and commercial recruitment expertise.

Infinity Health, a pioneering MedTech company specialising in collaborative medical data and task management software, approached Propel in their early funding stages. They sought strategic guidance and support in making a crucial senior commercial hire to strengthen their executive team.

A leading US home security company sought to establish their European headquarters in Manchester. We partnered with SimpliSafe to secure a European General Manager who could spearhead their expansion, navigating the complexities of private equity ownership and e-commerce growth.

Xolo, formerly LeapIN, a Virtual Company-as-a-Service platform, enables remote company management for its global customer base. In December 2018, they sought to expand beyond their Estonian headquarters, requiring senior marketing leadership to drive their next growth phase.

Following Livingbridge's private equity investment, SuperBike Factory needed to strengthen their technical and marketing capabilities. Drawing on our expertise in both technology and e-commerce recruitment, we secured two pivotal leadership roles to drive their digital transformation and regional growth.