about build media
Our Manifesto
Build is a new breed of media agency formed to partner with brands who have a common bond and shared values. Brands who want to Build, not break.
Formed for Brands who recognise that, in a post pandemic world with a global mental health and misinformation crisis, a fragile economy and destructive geo-politics, the humans we aim to engage need a more trusted and positive approach. An approach which aims to build, not break; to support, not smash.
Brands who see that moving beyond exposure into a world of Trusted Positive Attention will deliver better outcomes for everyone.
Brands who embrace collaboration and co-creation of new communication canvases, and an innovative approach to existing channels.
Brands who want to take care of our audiences and our planet and create communications which drive business outcomes in a sustainable and safe way for our whole society.
Brands who want experienced partners who are 100% focused on client objectives and who know how to deliver brilliant solutions efficiently and effectively.
A word about the Founder
For over 30 years Danny Donovan has been at the heart of UK Media.
A driven and successful, award winning, client focussed, commercial and growth minded media professional, he has worked for the world’s leading media agencies. This includes 15 years in senior leadership roles, managing P&L's, building dynamic teams and companies, and working with globally renowned and fast-growing brands to deliver their desired business outcomes.
His extensive experience, knowledge, profile and network across clients, agencies, media owners, industry bodies and auditor/intermediaries offers the broadest connections and perspective.
He is published extensively on both media issues and the need for greater inclusion in our sector.
Prior to launching Build Media in April 2022, Danny was CEO of Mediahub UK where he helped treble revenues in two years, and took the agency from one with minimal profile, to a shortlist in Campaign Magazine, The Drum and Mediatel Media Agency of the Year awards. Prior to that Danny spent 9 years at MediaCom UK, initially building a Retail and Commerce practice and then as London MD responsible for the 800+ people and £1bn+ billings of the Campaign Agency of the Decade.