ATREVIA has once again ranked in the TOP 100 of the annual ranking by Provoke Media, recognizing the world’s largest global agencies, climbing from 88th to 83rd place compared to last year’s position (2022). It is also the only Spanish communications consultancy, along with LLYC, to appear on this list, which is led by 5 American firms (Edelman, Weber Shandwick, BCW, FleishmanHillard, and Ketchum).
2022, A YEAR OF EXCELLENT RESULTS FOR THE CONSULTANCY
ATREVIA, a global Communication and Strategic Positioning company, concluded the 2022 fiscal year with a sales growth of 28.9% compared to the previous year, far surpassing the target set in the company’s Strategic Plan (20%) and achieving significant advances in revenue in all geographic areas where its activities are established. ATREVIA’s sales exceeded 36.1 million euros in consolidated figures and 27.6 million euros in Spain (+27.1%). In terms of fees, the company reached 25.9 million euros, with a growth rate of 27.2%.
With these results, ATREVIA continues a clear path of strong progression at all levels, in line with the company’s historical trajectory. This progression is primarily based on organic growth, from the company’s geographic expansion to the implementation of innovative practices, as well as the constant development of new specialties in line with contextual and social changes and the needs of clients.
Last year, the company achieved a profit in terms of EBITDA of 4.66 million euros, marking a 16% increase compared to the previous year. This figure, representing profits before taxes and amortizations, accounts for 12.9% of the company’s total revenues and 18% when measured in terms of professional service fees.
Regarding geographical areas, ATREVIA’s performance was particularly impressive in Latin America, which now contributes 22% of the group’s profits, with a revenue growth rate of 58.5%, reaching 5.7 million euros. In Spain, sales grew by 27.1%, totaling 27.6 million euros. The company’s main business areas grew above 20%. In 2022, the company’s digital and advertising business accounted for 25% of the group’s total revenue. The communication and PR area represented 30% of the revenue; Public Affairs and strategic projects contributed 33%. The Sustainability and Social Trend Analysis units contributed to the remaining 12%.
Last year’s impressive growth was largely organic, with the exception of the acquisition of Apple Tree Colombia, which was the only addition to the company’s global results. Even without this acquisition, the growth rate would still have been an impressive 27.6%. In October of last year, ATREVIA acquired Apple Tree’s digital operation, which added a highly specialized team of ten individuals with expertise in creative campaigns, social media, and digital marketing to the company’s structure.
Furthermore, ATREVIA concluded the 2022 fiscal year with a notable increase in its team, exceeding 500 professionals, of whom nearly 90% are business consultants.