About Us

Our Story

In 2020, former agency planners Kate Merritt and Laura Braithwaite, took the bold leap to leave their agency jobs and launch a modern approach to recruitment in the media and marketing industry. Frustrated with the slow and costly talent acquisition process they encountered in their agency careers they founded Liberty Hive, an innovative tech-driven platform designed to connect vetted and experienced communications professionals with forward-thinking companies.

In 2024, they expanded the Liberty Hive team by partnering with Deborah and Greg Broadbent, founders of VisionFR, specialists in Finance, HR, and Operations recruitment, as well as former agency Finance and Commercial Directors. This partnership strengthens Liberty Hive’s ability to serve clients across all communications roles and industries. With decades of combined experience in creative and media agencies, their team is well-equipped to meet the diverse needs of today’s market.

Continuing their commitment to innovation, Liberty Hive has most recently launched their Agency Marketplace.  This new platform will use advanced technology to help companies find the right agencies for specific projects and services, streamlining the search process.

By putting technology at the core of their operations, they free up valuable time to focus on building strong relationships with clients and candidates, fostering a vibrant new community in the industry.

Meet The Core Team

With a diverse team of specialists ready to support you on your Liberty Hive journey, it’s important to know who focuses on what areas. If you have any questions, thoughts, or ideas, we’d love to hear from you! Your input helps us tailor our services to better meet your needs so please get in touch here.

Marketing, Media and Advertising

Kate Merritt

Kate Merritt

Co-Founder

Loves watching her sons on the rugby field, challenging herself, leaning into a long Sunday lunch and a large G&T!

Laura Braithwaite

Laura Braithwaite

Co-Founder

Loves being her own boss, meeting people, learning new things and a curry every Friday night!

Danielle Murphy

Danielle Murphy

Growth & Marketing

Loves swimming, tea & toast, watching her twins play sports, holidaying and a caipirinha!

Finance, HR and Operations

Deborah Broadbent

Deborah Broadbent

Partner (Finance, HR and Operations)

Loves meeting new people, cooking, having a party, and growing her own veg.

Greg Broadbent

Greg Broadbent

Partner (Finance, HR and Operations)

Loves finding a solution to a challenge, cycling up (and down) mountains and looking after his bees.

Creative

Jodie Bass

Jodie Bass

Global Creative Operations Director

Yoga obsessed and an avid reader, Jodie enjoys writing short stories and location photography in her spare time and travels around South East Asia