Merge Express is Live — A New Way to Grow Without Selling Out
For founders who want to grow without selling — how Merge Express is helping reshape the indie agency landscape.
By Simon Morgan, Partner, Agency Futures
When I ran my own agency, there were plenty of moments where I paused to reflect — not on the work, but on the pace. No one told me I should be running a marathon, not a sprint. We were winning awards, landing clients… and losing sleep. The pressure was relentless. I didn’t want to exit, not really — but the truth is, it was lonely. What I really needed was a partner. Someone who got it.
That’s why we're super proud to introduce Merge Express — our new fast-track programme for founder-led agencies ready to explore growth through merger, not acquisition.
We built Merge Express for the indie owner who still has gas in the tank but knows there’s a smarter way to scale. It’s for the teams who want to join forces — culturally, strategically, and commercially — without losing what makes them great.
Here’s how it works:
Curated Matches: We bring you qualified, like-minded partners.
Deep Diagnostics: We assess leadership energy, agency health, and growth drivers.
Deal Design + Support: From valuation to post-merger integration, we guide you every step of the way.
Mergers aren’t new. But for too long, they’ve felt out of reach for smaller indie agencies. Merge Express changes that. It’s structured, founder-friendly, and built to help you grow — together.
If you’ve ever thought — like I did — “maybe this would be better with a partner,” now’s the time to find out.