Independent agencies merge to form ‘growth engine’ for brands

May 23, 2025 9:50

Untmd Marketing has merged with Chiquita and Co PR to become a single digital marketing and public relations agency, aiming to stand out as a new “go-to growth engine” for brands.

Founders of the respective agencies, Maria Kathopoulis and Chiquita Searle, will work together to drive outcomes for clients.

Now named Untmd Media, the combined entity will blend data-driven strategy with earned media influence. It hopes to help build brands with creative visibility, while meeting commercial needs to actually move the needle.

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Lauren McNamara

Lauren McNamara is a freelance journalist. She previously spent three years at Mumbrella, most recently as the associate editor. She left her staff role in August 2025.