Bedford digital marketing agency CRDOne has been named High Growth Business of the Year at the 2026 SME Bedfordshire Business Awards, following a year of rapid expansion across its team, client base, and commercial impact.
The agency, which was also shortlisted for Business of the Year in the under 50 employees category, received the award at a ceremony held at The Marquee in Bedford on 18th June 2026.
Founded in 2021, CRDOne has more than doubled its team over the past year, growing from three to seven people. During the same period, the agency has expanded its client base to more than 30 businesses across the UK, reflecting continued demand for its transparent, results-led approach to digital marketing and web design.
Those achievements reflect the impact CRDOne continues to deliver for its clients. The agency recently helped a local e-commerce business increase traffic and revenue by 45% year on year, contributing to nearly £1 million in online sales. It has also supported the growth of Cambridgeshire-based Gadget GoGo, helping the retailer become a leading challenger brand in the highly competitive tech recycling market, winning online market share from established household names. In addition, CRDOne has delivered projects for well-known automotive brands including Renault, Citroën and Genesis.
“This is a proud moment for the whole team,” said Carl Darnell, founder of CRDOne. “We are proud to represent Bedfordshire businesses, but the credit really sits with our clients. Almost all of our growth has come from long-term relationships with people who have stayed with us year after year, and that is the part we value most.”
Beyond its client work, CRDOne has invested in supporting the wider business community. Earlier this year, the agency supported an event at the Red Bull Technology Campus in Milton Keynes, bringing together more than 50 independent business owners. Founder Carl Darnell was invited to speak, sharing practical marketing insights and advice to help businesses grow online.
The High Growth Business of the Year award recognises CRDOne’s strong performance across revenue growth, team expansion, client retention and its wider contribution to the business community.
“What we care about hasn’t changed with the award or in the last five years,” Carl added. “Our job is to help business owners understand their marketing and make better commercial decisions, in plain English. We’re excited about what comes next, and just as focused on delivering results for the clients who rely on us.”
CRDOne has built its reputation on accountable digital marketing, clear communication, and a focus on commercial outcomes. The agency continues to work with ambitious businesses across Bedfordshire and the wider UK, helping them turn marketing activity into measurable growth.
