BrandXYZ, the purpose-led micro-agency founded by former Transport for Greater Manchester brand chief Jo Taylor, has been confirmed as a Prolific North Partner for 2026.<\/p>\n
Launched in February 2025<\/a>, BrandXYZ blends big-agency and in-house expertise across brand, marketing, PR and communications, operating a \u2018super agency\u2019 model that works with a network of specialists across brand, PR, marketing, comms, design, video, web, SEO and media buying.<\/p>\n Taylor, who led the rebrand of Manchester\u2019s Bee Network during her time as Head of Brand, Marketing, Design and Digital at TfGM, founded the agency to work with brands making a positive impact for people, place and planet.<\/p>\n Since launching, BrandXYZ has built a client roster including The Growth Company and national facilities management company, Thermatic<\/a>, as well as local authorities including, West Yorkshire and the North East, supporting them with bus franchising brand development and delivery strategies. More recently, the agency was appointed by digital agency First Internet<\/a> to deliver a comprehensive PR strategy as part of its rebrand plans for 2026.<\/p>\n Prior to TfGM, Taylor held roles at Tangerine and McCann.<\/p>\n Speaking about the partnership, Taylor said: \u201cPartnering with Prolific North feels like a natural next step for BrandXYZ. We\u2019ve built the agency to champion brands that make a positive impact, and joining this network puts us alongside some of the most respected names in the industry. It\u2019s a brilliant opportunity to connect with like-minded businesses, share ideas and keep driving meaningful conversations that shape the future of our sector.\u201d<\/p>\n BrandXYZ joins a growing list of confirmed Prolific North Partners for 2026, including property company Bruntwood SciTech and communications agency BIG Partnership.<\/p>\n Prolific North\u2019s Partners will get the chance to feature on Prolific North throughout the year, join awards ceremonies, be a part of key industry events and contribute to wider conversations within the industry.<\/p>\n