Key Moments:
- Digital Footprints has introduced an Accelerator Fund with £50,000 in marketing resources to support a rising iGaming startup
- Applications for the initiative are set to open on 13 October, with the winner to be announced on 8 January
- The selected startup will gain access to tailored digital marketing, advisory services, and wider industry exposure
Accelerator Fund to Empower iGaming Entrepreneurs
To celebrate its 15th anniversary, Digital Footprints has revealed the Digital Footprints Accelerator Fund. This new project is designed to provide a comprehensive £50,000 marketing resource package to a high-potential iGaming startup. The initiative is in keeping with the agency’s “pay it forward” values, focusing on cultivating the next generation of trailblazing iGaming brands by equipping them with expert marketing support as they navigate the industry.
Supporting Responsible, Early-Stage Companies
Digital Footprints, known for guiding operators, affiliates, and suppliers in competitive markets, is now setting its sights on fostering upcoming contenders. Eligibility for the Accelerator Fund is limited to iGaming startups less than two years old, whether pre-launch or in early growth, that demonstrate a strong commitment to responsible and compliant operations. The chosen company will receive a customized digital marketing suite, which can include:
- SEO and content development strategies
- Social media and influencer-driven campaigns
- Brand and creative design services
- Analytics along with performance dashboards
- Sponsorship opportunities and activation
- UX and conversion optimization, built with compliance as a priority
Additional perks encompass publicity through the agency’s own platforms, media coverage, and hands-on advice from established industry experts.
Application Timeline
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications Open | 13 October |
| Application Deadline | 10 November |
| Shortlist Announced | 24 November |
| Final Pitch | 1 December |
| Winner Announced | 8 January |
Leadership Perspective
“We believe that success should create opportunity,” said Sharon McFarlane, Managing Director of Digital Footprints. “After 15 years in the digital and iGaming space, we recognise that we definitely had help along the way from an amazing community, and this fund is our chance to pay that forward. It’s our chance to create our own community to fuel innovation, champion responsible growth, and give a deserving startup a genuine launchpad. We can’t wait to see who steps forward.”
About Digital Footprints
Digital Footprints operates as a dedicated iGaming digital marketing agency, partnering with operators, affiliates, and suppliers to deliver strategic, compliance-oriented, and results-driven solutions. The agency has built a prominent reputation for excellence in web development, SEO, branding, content creation, and audience growth within regulated markets throughout its fifteen-year history.
Further details on eligibility and the application process for the Accelerator Fund are available at: https://www.digital-footprints.co.uk/df-accelerator-fund/
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Daniel Williams
