Multi-award-winning South Coast PR agency Darren Northeast PR Ltd (DNPR) has been sold for an undisclosed sum.

New owner, The Inspiration Agency, will now offer a full suite of PR services in addition to its other marketing services that include branding, design, websites and social media.

The business acquisition doubles the size of The Inspiration Agency.

All staff employed by DNPR are transferring to The Inspiration Agency.

Founder Darren Northeast continues as a consultant, to oversee the transition and smooth flow of handover.

Louise Seager, Founder and Director of The Inspiration Agency, pictured left, said: “I’ve known and worked with Darren, and his team, for many years now.

“Not only has he been an inspiration for many, but his work in the PR sector is renowned both locally and regionally.

“He and his agency have really made their mark in the local business community for nearly 20 years.

“It’s a proud moment for me and The Inspiration Agency to acquire such a well-known and well-regarded company.

“Darren has built a superb business with a supportive and experienced team.

“I, and the team at The Inspiration Agency, are very excited at what the future holds.”

Founded in 2005, DNPR is based in Bournemouth and has clients in a range of sectors in Dorset, Hampshire and across the UK.

Darren, 54, pictured right, said: “I’ve put my heart and soul into this business. It’s been my every waking moment for nearly 20 years.

“I’m incredibly proud of what it’s achieved as well as the clients, past and present, and, of course, all the team members over the years who have come and gone – all of which have helped make all this happen.”

“To see it go on, grow bigger, better and for it to open new avenues under the ownership of The Inspiration Agency is just fantastic.  I will be incredibly proud to see it move to a new level under Louise’s management.

“The two agencies have the same culture, values and ethos. Coming together will develop new and exciting opportunities and I know Louise has strong growth plans for The Inspiration Agency.

”For my part, I’m looking forward to semi-retirement and doing some of the things that just haven’t been possible up until now, with such a full-on business life.”

The Inspiration Agency was founded by Louise, 44, in 2011.

The agency operates from offices in Bournemouth with a team delivering a comprehensive range of marketing services to clients in various sectors across the UK.