Episode Overview

In this very special episode, we’re celebrating 15 years of Skout! Founder Rob Skinner and Director Claire Lamb sit down with our Deputy MD, CJ, to reflect on the journey so far—from awkward first meetings and near-missed flights, to growing a thriving agency and becoming employee-owned. It’s a candid, heartfelt, and hilarious behind-the-scenes look at the moments that shaped Skout into the agency it is today.

Whether you’re running an agency, thinking about launching one, or just want a laugh and some honest reflections from two agency leaders who’ve seen it all—this episode’s for you.

Key Takeaways

How Rob and Claire first met

And their brutally honest first impressions

Why Rob started Skout

And the real story behind the name

Skout’s defining milestones

Including Covid and the transition to EOT