A SOLIHULL marketing agency has been crowned as one of the best workplaces for women in the country.
The Marketing Pod came fifth in the Small Business category of the UK’s Best Workplace for Women 2025, an accolade awarded by Great Place to Work UK.
This awards highlight organisations that demonstrate exceptional commitment to gender inclusivity, equitable career progression, and nurturing an environment where all women can excel.
The report found that 92 per cent of staff at The Marketing Pod, affectionately known as Podsters, recommended the company as a great place to work – above the 54 per cent national average.
As well as this, 97 per cent of Podsters said the company provided a physically safe workplace, fair treatment, delivered on promises and showed a willingness to go the extra mile.
Jen Hughes, director and co‑founder, said: “From day one, we set out to build a business that worked differently – not just for our clients, but for our team.
“We’ve worked hard to create a culture that empowers every Podster to bring their whole selves to work and grow with confidence.
“We’re immensely proud to see that celebrated on a national stage.”
Founded in 2013 by Jodie Williams and Jen Hughes at a kitchen table, The Marketing Pod has grown to a 42‑strong team serving UK and global clients.
This latest accolade follows a series of prestigious recognitions for the West Midlands-based business.
In recent year the B2B marketing agency specialising in sustainable energy, utilities, and regulated industries has been named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces, Best Workplaces for Wellbeing, and Best Workplaces for Development, consistently ranking among the top small businesses nationwide.
In addition, The Pod has also recently won national awards for its work, including Best Event at the prestigious CIPR Excellence Awards, as well as ‘not-for-profit’ campaign and ‘construction’ campaign at the UK Content and PR Awards.