This is Gain

This is Gain

Data-driven digital marketing and ROI optimization

Overview

Sideshow Group focuses on digital experience marketing that uses data to improve how customers interact with brands. It offers services in data insight, digital media, creative content, and brand strategy to create evidence-based experiences that drive growth. The company differentiates itself by combining a group of specialized subsidiaries—Bunnyfoot (experience design), Widerfunnel (conversion rate optimization), Reddico (SEO), and Eleven Miles (creative content)—to provide a full, integrated suite of services powered by technology and data. The goal is to help clients optimize customer interactions, achieve measurable results, and maximize return on investment through performance marketing.

Significant Headcount Growth

About This is Gain

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Why This is Gain is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Consulting

Enterprise Software

Design

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Founded

2008

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • GAIN's updated 2026-09-11 site signals active commercial momentum and current positioning.
  • The 2026-08 More2 Holdings ownership filing shows continued corporate restructuring and expansion.
  • Sideshow Group's 2026 portfolio remains broad, supporting cross-sell across performance and SEO.

What critics are saying

  • Agency commoditization squeezes margins when clients compare GAIN against cheaper shops.
  • Waterland roll-up integration can trigger talent churn and duplicated overhead through 2027.
  • If performance budgets shift to in-house teams, GAIN loses its core revenue engine.

What makes This is Gain unique

  • GAIN combines CRO, paid media, SEO, and creative under one roof.
  • Its updated 2026-09-11 site emphasizes data-driven testing and measurable growth.
  • Waterland-backed Sideshow Group assembled specialist agencies like Reddico, Widerfunnel, and Nomensa.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Discounts

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 40%

1 year growth

↑ 40%

2 year growth

↑ 40%
Mediashotz
Oct 12th, 2022
Sideshow Group acquires Nomensa as it targets growth -

Digital experience and marketing services firm Sideshow Group today announced the acquisition of strategic experience design agency Nomensa

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