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EPISODE · Mar 25, 2026 · 27 MIN

Ep 2. | The Reality of Scaling a Small Creative Agency #foundersdesk

from The Business of Influence · host Style ID Africa

In this episode of Founder’s Desk, we unpack the reality of scaling a small creative agency with Mika Stefano and Herkie Du Preez, founders of Strong PR.From launching during COVID-19 to building a multi-divisional business, they share what it really takes to move from survival mode to structured growth. This conversation dives into the unglamorous but critical side of scaling. Systems, processes and the exact moment you need to stop doing everything yourself and start hiring. Mika and Herkie break down how bringing in the right support allowed them to shift from daily operations to strategic growth.We also explore how their approach to culture, fitness and team dynamics plays a role in building a sustainable agency, as well as how the events industry is shifting towards more intentional, human-led experiences.If you are building or scaling a creative business, this is your reality check.Business of Influence is brought to you by Style ID Africa.—Enjoyed the podcast? Join the conversation by using the #foundersdesk Listen & Follow UsApple: https://tr.ee/7S9Qw2RYaBSpotify: https://tr.ee/8yFVYiInstagram: https://tr.ee/9MFBqI TikTok: https://tr.ee/F5wHS1 LinkedIn: https://tr.ee/72U7z0Follow Our Host & GuestsTami: https://www.instagram.com/tami_blend_ruschin/Mika: https://www.instagram.com/mikastefano/Herkie: https://www.instagram.com/herkie_du_preez/ Email: [email protected] Produced by Emcee:https://www.instagram.com/emceeiii/#CreativeAgency #AgencyGrowth #ScaleYourBusiness

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