ONE of Britain’s longest-running creative marketing agencies has celebrated its 35th birthday.

Oliver & Graimes was launched in 1979 and has won multiple awards for its creative and marketing work.

Its clients include Kuoni Travel, Elite Hotels, Brighton and Hove Albion FC, Love Local Jobs, Family Investments and Sodexo.

Founding director David Graimes said: “This is our milestone and if I’m honest, it is one I expected to reach. I never set out to build a business to make money as I always enjoyed a feeling of privilege from running a business operating in this highly creative sector.

“I’ve always had a sense of excitement working with people I’ve employed that are so much more creative than me and I’ve also been very honoured to work for some fantastic big brand companies.

The key to longevity was the saying “you are only as good as your last job”, David said.

His sons Gavin and Gareth have now joined him in running the business. He said they ensure customer sevice remains the focus in an era dominated by technology.

David added: “Our knowledge and systems are also evolving, ensuring that we stay relevant, but the real buzz at O&G is about enjoying today because with our values ingrained we are confident that we will be around tomorrow. Here’s to another 35 years.”