“I’m absolutely delighted to take up the position of Chair of the newly-launched Indie Founders.
Independent agencies represent courage, creativity, and community. For me, being part of the Indie Founders is about amplifying the voices of those who dare to do things differently and demonstrating that purpose-driven work can thrive without compromise.
Very excited to join a committed team in the Alliance of Independent Agencies and to work alongside them to shape something that’s of real value to existing and aspiring indie agency founders. “
Elena is supported by our Indie Founders Advisory Board, experienced founders who champion our community and help shape the direction and priorities.
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Bio:
Rob Henderson is Co-Founder and Partner at J&L Communications, a strategic B2B marketing agency that bridges the gap between expertise and authority for expert-led organizations. He works with professional, financial, and legal services firms to translate complex thinking into clear, credible content, creative, and campaign activation that drives meaningful commercial outcomes.
Drawing on experience from both agency and in-house roles, including EY, Rob understands the realities of working in regulated, reputation-led environments. He partners with marketing teams, partners, and senior leaders to connect strategy to everyday decisions, helping organizations move from intent to action with clarity and focus.
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