Simon Brown: Building a Community-Led Recruitment Business

In this episode of Growth Bites, Jo sits down with Simon Brown, Founder of Digital 51, a recruitment agency that breaks the traditional mould. Simon shares his unique journey in recruitment - how he went from working in-house to building Digital 51 with a focus on community and genuine partnerships.Tune in to hear about the challenges Simon faced, including his experience with a failed MBO, and how he eventually grew and regained control of his brand. Simon also gives his thoughts on doom-mongering in the recruitment industry, why being niche is powerful, and how businesses can leverage technology and resilience to thrive in today’s market. If you want real-world advice on building a people-first recruitment business and surviving turbulent times, this is a must-listen.