<h1> Behind the Screens: The Origin of Our Web Development Journey </h1>

<h2> Where We Started </h2>

It all started in the dynamic world of a bustling agency, where Raymond and I first met. With extensive backgrounds in WordPress development and a shared enthusiasm for mastering HubSpot, we quickly bonded over our collective goal: to deliver genuinely effective CMS solutions to our clients. Working closely, we introduced new workflows and code optimisation processes, transitioning the agency from reliance on page builders to utilising custom WordPress themes—a foundational step towards our future endeavour.

Our paths briefly diverged when I explored contract work, only to reunite at the agency and discover Raymond’s progress in enhancing WordPress and HubSpot site development processes. The onset of the pandemic presented an unexpected opportunity, prompting us to merge our burgeoning client lists and establish the:collective.

<h2> The Foundation </h2>

Fueled by past experiences and a shared dissatisfaction with the status quo at various agencies, we were driven to found a web development firm dedicated to high standards and best practices. Our goal extended beyond creating functional websites; we aimed to design digital experiences that were as visually appealing as they were performance-optimised.

As we grew, we applied the practices of multinational corporations to our burgeoning two-person operation. This included implementing comprehensive project management systems with client portals for transparency and adopting leading communication software to meet our clients on their preferred channels. However, we realized the advanced processes we valued weren’t as applicable to the small businesses we initially served. This realization led us to pivot towards serving as a white-label web department for marketing agencies, where our meticulous processes and workflows found their true potential. Within a year, we had become the go-to web department for two agencies.

<h2> The Evolution </h2>

By 2022, three years into our journey as the:collective, we embraced a significant change: rebranding to Colluco. This was more than a search for a unique name; it was a commitment to maintaining our identity and signaling our continuous growth.

Today, our quest for innovation remains unabated. We’re actively developing new WordPress and HubSpot themes, committed to remaining at the forefront of web development. With our latest website launch, our dedication to innovation and excellence in web development is clearer than ever.

Thank you for engaging with our story. For more details about our journey or to explore potential collaborations, please get in touch via our website, email us at [email protected], or call us at +44 (0)1218 272750.