CRD One Wins High Growth Business of the Year at SME Bedfordshire Business Awards
19th June 2026
CRD One has been named High Growth Business of the Year at the SME Bedfordshire Business Awards 2026, with the team also reaching the final of the Business of the Year (Under 50 Employees) category.
The awards took place on 18 June 2026 at The Marquee, Bedford and recognised businesses making a significant contribution to the local economy through growth, innovation and customer impact.
For us, the award is recognition of the progress we’ve made alongside our clients over the past 12 months.
Since launching in 2021, CRD One has grown from a one-person business into a team of seven.
Today, we support more than 30 businesses across the UK with SEO, PPC and web design, helping organisations generate more enquiries, increase visibility in search and make better marketing decisions through clear, commercially focused reporting.
While growth is important, we’re most proud of the results our clients continue to achieve.
Over the past year, some highlights have included:
- Helping an e-commerce business increase organic traffic and revenue by 45%, contributing to almost £1 million in online sales.
- Supported long-term client Gadget GoGo as it has continued to grow and compete against some of the largest brands in the technology recycling sector.
- Grown to over 30 clients
- Driven over 12,000 leads for local businesses
Alongside our client work, we’ve remained committed to supporting the wider business community, including an event for 50+ independent businesses at the Red Bull Technology Campus in Milton Keynes to share practical lessons on marketing, recruitment and business growth alongside other industry experts.
A Reflection of Client Trust
“Winning High Growth Business of the Year is a fantastic achievement for our team, but it’s really a reflection of the trust our clients place in us every day.
We’ve built CRD One around clear communication, accountability and helping businesses understand what’s actually driving growth. The businesses we work with want more than marketing activity. They want to know what’s working, what isn’t and where opportunities exist to improve results.
I’m incredibly proud of our team and grateful to every client who has chosen to work with us. Their success is what drives everything we do.”
— Carl Darnell, Founder, crdone
Looking Ahead
Search continues to evolve rapidly, particularly as AI changes how customers discover products and services online.
As businesses adapt to these changes, our focus remains the same: helping clients understand their marketing, make informed decisions and achieve measurable commercial outcomes.
We would like to thank the SME Bedfordshire Business Awards judges, organisers and sponsors, as well as our clients, partners and team members, who have played a part in our journey so far.
We’re excited about what comes next.
