Chris Donnelly is the founder of Verb Brands; a luxury digital agency based in London and Los Angeles. Verb specialises in building digital strategies by building websites, eCommerce platforms and conducting SEO, PPC and social campaigns for luxury brands. Before starting the company, Chris gained experience in London, Washington DC and New York, in startups, journalism and venture development.
Operating across fashion, hospitality and lifestyle, Chris has led large scale digital projects for international brands such The Wolseley, The Maybourne Hotel Group (to include Claridges, The Connaught and The Berkeley), ALEXCACHUNG, Fiorucci, Mih Jeans, Creed Fragrances and many more. As an industry expert, Chris regularly writes, speaks and consults on website optimisation, digital marketing and the evolution of the luxury digital market.
Chris launched Verb at university when he was 21 and since he has grown the company into one of the most recognised luxury digital agencies in the world. While working in the strategy and creative part of the agency, Chris has helped drive growth to a team of 50 who are serving both national and international luxury brands.