Realise

The challenge

Realise is a leader in adult education training courses and apprenticeships. In the last few years, the company has sky-rocketed to become the UK’s fasted-growing training provider.

Realise offers a learning smorgasbord: bite-sized skills boosters, comprehensive career development programmes and everything in between. They prioritise practical skills and evidence-based learning, ensuring participants are equipped to conquer their goals. With a network of expert trainers and a people-centric approach, Realise helps individuals and organisations unlock their full potential.

In 2021, faced with phenomenal growth, Realise needed a digital and PR partner to support further growth and share their story. That’s where 8848 stepped in.

How did we do?

We launched a full-scale PR offensive, securing Realise placements in training and education media, vertical trade press, regional outlets and even national publications.

One of our most recent campaigns was the launch of a brand-new Blackpool Skills Hub. 8848 was there, amplifying the message of empowering thousands of residents with the tools to land their dream jobs. It’s not just hype – over 500 residents are projected to upskill in the first year, with a wave of success stories to follow.

Since November 2023, our digital specialists have been supercharging Realise’s lead generation with targeted Meta, Google Ads, and LinkedIn campaigns. We’ve racked up over 125 campaigns, reaching more than 2 million users and generated an impressive 12,500 new leads.

We are constantly evolving Realise’s digital strategy. We A/B test creative to optimise performance and seamlessly supported their recent migration from ActiveCampaign to HubSpot. On the ground, we analyse their data processes daily, recommending improvements to keep them ahead of the curve.