Chris Monaghan Founder
Spiky Carrot started from a simple belief.
Too many great independent businesses struggle to get noticed.
After spending years building websites and working with business owners, I saw first-hand how difficult and expensive marketing could become for small businesses.
Spiky Carrot was created to offer a more human approach. One built around trusted venues, real-world visibility, local connections and growing together.
Today I'm focused on helping build connected local patches where independent businesses can become more visible, more recognised and more connected within their communities.
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.
The Businesses Behind The Patch
Spiky Carrot works alongside talented independent businesses who help bring everything to life.
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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Growing The Team
Spiky Carrot continues to grow and evolve.
As new patches develop, new trusted venues join and new ideas take shape, we'll continue bringing together people who believe in supporting independent businesses and local communities.
Why We Work This Way
One of the things that makes Spiky Carrot different is that we work with independent businesses wherever possible.
The posters are printed by independents.
The frames are made by independents.
The venues are independent businesses.
And the businesses advertising are independent too.
It's a network built around helping local businesses support one another.
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.
Fancy Being Part Of The Journey?
Whether you're a venue owner, creative, local business owner or someone who shares our passion for supporting independents, 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.