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Pivotal at Performance Manchester
At the end of June, our Senior Paid Marketing Specialist, Kyryl, headed to Manchester for Performance MCR – a full-day conference dedicated to paid media, performance marketing and the future of digital advertising. The event brought together some of the sharpest practitioners in the industry to dig into what’s really changing across Google Ads, Meta, AI, measurement and creative strategy, and how brands can adapt to keep growing in an increasingly automated, complex landscape.
Pivotal Shortlisted and Sponsoring at the East Anglian Marketing Awards
Pivotal has been shortlisted across several categories at the East Anglian Marketing Awards 2026, including Marketing Agency of the Year and Excellence in Performance. We’re also proud to be sponsoring the In-House Team of the Year award, celebrating brilliant marketing talent across the region.
Pivotal Joins Break’s Supporter Network
Pivotal has joined Break’s Supporter Network, continuing our support for a charity doing vital work with young people in, around and leaving care. Here’s why the partnership matters to us, and how Break is helping local businesses create meaningful social impact across the region.
Pivotal at SEM Stories Scotland
Kyryl from team Pivotal recently attended SEM Stories Scotland in Edinburgh, where industry experts explored the future of search, ecommerce, AI, and performance marketing. Here are the key takeaways from the event, including AI-driven search, profitability-focused measurement, and the growing importance of the post-click experience.
Pivotal Takes on the Break Norwich Duck Race
The Pivotal team joined the Break Grand Norwich Duck Race in May, supporting a fantastic local cause with our decorated duck, Taitina. Read about the event, the creativity on display, and how Norwich came together to support Break Charity.
Pivotal Company Day 2026
The Pivotal team spent the day at Whitlingham Adventure for our 2026 Company Day, bringing together strategy sessions, team activities, great food from The Feed, raft building, and an evening around Norwich with the team.
AI Changed How We Work, Not What We Do
AI hasn’t replaced PPC work. It’s reshaped how it gets done. By reducing time spent on routine checks, teams can focus more on strategy, decision-making, and staying ahead of performance issues.
Norwich Named Best Place to Live in the UK
Norwich has officially been named the best place to live in the UK for 2026. From its strong community to its thriving business scene, here’s why it stands out and why Pivotal is proud to be based in the heart of the city.
A Day with The Feed: Pivotal’s Sponsored Walk Around Norwich
The Pivotal team recently completed a sponsored walk around Norwich in support of The Feed, visiting key locations and learning more about the vital work they do across the community as part of Tait’s marathon fundraiser.
How We Decide Who to Work With
With thousands of e-commerce tools and providers available, choosing the right partners has become a critical decision. Here’s how Pivotal evaluates partnerships and why the right relationships can have a lasting impact on performance and growth.
Platforms, Tools, and Reality
Ecommerce businesses rely on a wide range of platforms and tools to run their operations, from marketing and analytics to logistics and content management. Over time, these systems can accumulate and create unnecessary complexity. This article looks at how businesses can approach technology more deliberately and ensure their stack genuinely supports the way they operate.
Behind the Scenes at Brompton Bicycle
Our CEO Tait and Project Manager James recently visited the operations behind Brompton Bicycle. The trip offered a closer look at the craftsmanship, attention to detail, and passion that make Brompton one of Britain’s most respected examples of creative engineering.