Chris Monaghan Founder
Chris started Spiky Carrot with a vision to make local advertising simple, effective, creative, and affordable for businesses with small budgets who still want to be seen.
With over 20 years of experience in digital development and a deep understanding of marketing, Chris focuses on innovation, thinking outside the box, delivering value, and supporting independent businesses.
Gemma Smart Location Scout & Creative
Gemma is one of our Location Scouts and the creative force behind many of our poster designs. She scouts fantastic new venues to join our growing network of businesses and brings a creative eye to our design process.
With 10 years of experience in creative and sales roles, Gemma ensures our posters not only look great but reach the right audience.
Our Trusted Partners
We work closely with skilled local businesses to ensure every poster reaches its full potential.
Mouse House Print Shop
Owned and run by Dan and Sally Germain, Mouse House Print Shop has been producing high-quality prints since 1995. Their decades of experience ensure every poster we create is printed to the highest standard, with sharp colours, crisp detail, and durable finishes.
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Wray & Co.
Ran by twins Alice and Emily since 2024, Wray & Co. help our posters make a statement on the walls of our venues. Their one-of-a-kind, high-quality frames give each poster a professional and eye-catching finish, ensuring it stands out wherever it’s displayed.
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Our Team
Spiky Carrot is growing, and we are proud to welcome new team members who share our passion for helping small businesses thrive. Each member brings their own expertise, whether in design, client support, or operations, making Spiky Carrot much more than a one-person business.
Why It Matters
By showcasing the people behind our posters and services, we want you to see that Spiky Carrot is built on collaboration, local partnerships, and real expertise. Every poster you see has been touched by a team who care about helping your business succeed.
Join the Spiky Carrot Team
If you want to be part of something a little creative and different, we’re always on the lookout for people to join us. Whether you’re interested in helping us bring new locations into our network or contributing to the creative side of our posters, we’d love to hear from you.
Don’t be afraid to reach out – we’re keen to meet enthusiastic, independent thinkers who want to make an impact. Please note, we are not looking for recruiters to fill roles or advertise positions; we prefer to find our own talent directly.