Meet the Team

AboutGlideMarketing

Glide Marketing is a agency built to offer small businesses something different: digital marketing that delivers results without confusion, jargon, or excessive agency overhead.

Meet the Team

Small team, hands-on delivery. You work with real people who care about outcomes and clear communication.

Mike McDonnell - Founder

Mike McDonnell

Founder

Leads strategy, sales, and delivery across SEO and web projects with a no-jargon, outcome-first approach.

Matthew Ludlow - SEO and Web Design Account Manager

Matthew Ludlow

SEO and Web Design Account Manager

Supports day-to-day client delivery, website updates, and SEO execution to keep projects moving and clients informed.

Abbie McDonnell - Finance Manager

Abbie McDonnell

Finance Manager

Oversees finance operations, billing, and reporting to keep projects commercially clear and smoothly managed.

A seamless process from start to finish

Why “Glide” Marketing?

We chose the name Glide Marketing because so many agencies make things unnecessarily slow, confusing, and frustrating. We wanted to do things differently. With us, the entire process is smooth and efficient, from the initial consultation to web design and ongoing SEO. No unnecessary delays, no confusing jargon, just good, solid work that gets results.

Our goal is for working with us to feel effortless, like gliding through the air. No friction, no hassle, just a website and SEO strategy that actually works for your business.

Our Approach

We believe in being honest, transparent, and focused on what really matters: getting you more leads and customers. We don't bombard you with technical jargon or vanity metrics. Instead, we focus on clear communication and results you can actually see in your business.

Mike McDonnell at Marketing Showcase London
Mike McDonnell celebrating SEO of the Year Award
Mike McDonnell designing a website while working remotely
Mike McDonnell in Finland

What Makes Working With Us Different:

Direct access to our team, with no account managers or junior staff handling your work
Clear, jargon-free communication that respects how busy you are
Transparent pricing with no hidden costs or long-term contracts
Focus on metrics that matter to your business: leads, enquiries, and sales
Honest recommendations based on what will actually work for your business
Regular, easy-to-understand reports so you can see exactly what you're getting

How We Work

We keep delivery hands-on with our core team, bringing in trusted specialists only when needed for specific aspects of larger projects. This means you get expert attention without the agency overhead costs, and you always know exactly who's working on your project.

We are selective about the clients we work with so we can deliver the level of service and results we promise. We specialise in working with small service businesses who are serious about growing their online presence and generating more leads.

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Ready to Work Together?

If our approach sounds like what you've been looking for, let's talk about how we can help your business grow through effective digital marketing. Book a call for a no-obligation chat about your goals.