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The Agency Hour is for digital agency owners like you who want to start, grow and scale their businesses. It’s like hanging out with friends while getting a masterclass in how to tackle the most significant obstacles you’re facing as an entrepreneur.

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Latest Episodes

AI isn't replacing agencies. It's replacing repetitive work.

In this episode, Troy Dean shares how he's using Viktor, an AI coworker that lives inside Slack, to automate work that used to take hours and why he believes every agency owner should be l... more

If you want to increase capacity, improve margins, reduce operational drag, and build a business that scales without becoming dependent on more headcount, click the link below and apply to work with us.

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Discover how Melissa Elizondo, a solo marketing agency owner, leverages AI and automation to run her entire business with minimal human input. In this episode, we explore cutting-edge AI tools, the concept of headless agencies, and how businesses can... more

What if you could run a 7-figure agency… without a team?

In this episode, Troy pulls back the curtain on the headless agency model, a radically different way to deliver agency services using AI-powered systems instead of traditional staff.

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Melissa Elizondo
Marketing professional and AI-powered agency owner
Self-employed/Agency
Episode: AI, Automation, and the Headless Agency Model with Melissa Elizondo
René Spijker
Owner of Spijker & Co.
Spijker & Co (Netherlands)
Episode: Why 2026 is the Best Time to Run a Digital Agency with René Spijker
Taylor McMaster
Founder of DOT & Company, fractional account management specialist
DOT & Company
Episode: Building a Category of One with Taylor McMaster
Simon Major
Founder/CEO of Practice Edge, upper-echelon agency operator
Practice Edge
Episode: Why "Good Enough" Is Never Good Enough with Simon Mauger
Ray Milidoni
Digital strategist at SGD, formerly WP Elevation marketing manager
SGD (Seriously Good Design)
Episode: How to Stay Relevant in an AI-Driven World with Ray Milidoni
Akshat Choudhary
Owner of WP Remote
WP Remote
Episode: How AI is Reshaping Website Development with Akshat Choudhary (WP Remote)
Josh Moore
CEO of Duo Plus, New Zealand
Duo Plus
Episode: Why Client Relationships Trump Performance with Josh Moore
Brent Weaver
CEO of E2M Solutions
E2M Solutions
Episode: Transition from UGURUS Unexpected Shutdown to E2M's New CEO with Brent Weaver
Simon Chin
Agency owner, FlowState Agency
FlowState Agency
Episode: Why Top Agencies Sell Strategy Instead of Giving It Away

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Troy Dean
Host of The Agency Hour

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Simply the best podcast for digital agencies

    Troy Dean and his team produce high quality podcasts that are highly relevant for all digital agency owners. The podcasts are informative and there are always many valuable takeaways from every episode. This is one podcast I genuinely look forward to listening to every episode. Troy is a natural on the mike and he is backed with an exceptional team (big shout out to Max & Anna)! I look forward to the new direction of the podcast in 2025! Thanks guys :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Megapintau
    Australiaa year ago
  • Explicit content

    Would recommend creating content that anyone can listen to, from my ten year old son to a 70 year grandfather. Explicit content limits the audience size.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Carlos201906
    United States2 years ago
  • Golden Smooth Butter

    Start with episode one because it's all gold. The information and the conversations are great! I love this show. Troy has a good personality and a voice that’s like...smooth butter. Lol

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D-Rocker91
    United States2 years ago
  • Unique Insights!

    Your podcasts are fantastic! I was impressed by the recent episode in which Erin highlighted the value of productizing services with a signature system. It's indeed a powerful approach that empowers agencies to scale up their business, position themselves uniquely and provide exceptional value to their clients.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mezar C
    Philippines3 years ago
  • Agency Mavericks has been life changing for me

    I have been part of the Agency Mavericks Eco system since 2019 and the transformation that has happened could only be in my dreams. I was selling my services for just a few hundred pounds and my recent project sold for £24k. The community is incredibly supportive and the live MavCon event in San Diego was the icing on the cake to be able to thank Troy and the coaches personally. The podcasts are a way to keep up on the latest stuff while walking the dog :-)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bloomcreative
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Many remarks highlight the host's energy and consistency, with community-building through events and mentorship.
Guests are seen as credible experts offering real-world, scalable strategies.
Listeners praise practical, actionable advice and templates for growing digital agencies.

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AI, Automation, and the Headless Agency Model with Melissa Elizondo
Q: What does Viktor actually do for you?
Viktor automates content creation, website building, SEO tasks, client reporting, and other back-office functions, effectively acting as a scalable co-worker that handles repetitive and technical tasks.
AI, Automation, and the Headless Agency Model with Melissa Elizondo
Q: Who are you, where did you come from, and what are you doing here?
Melissa introduces herself and explains her background in digital marketing and AI-powered agency work, highlighting how she integrates Viktor and other tools to run a full agency solo or with a small team.
How to Stay Relevant in an AI-Driven World with Ray Milidoni
Q: For those who don't know you, who are you and what do you do?
Ray explains his background from WP Elevation to SGD and his current role as a digital strategist, focusing on aligning campaigns with real end goals rather than chasing vanity metrics.
Transition from UGURUS Unexpected Shutdown to E2M's New CEO with Brent Weaver
Q: What concrete steps are you taking to scale the AI services at E2M?
Expanding the fractional AI team, launching AI First Saturdays for ongoing upskilling, developing an internal AI toolset, and building a clear service blueprint with paid discovery to guide client engagements.
Transition from UGURUS Unexpected Shutdown to E2M's New CEO with Brent Weaver
Q: How did you approach earning the trust of the 330 people at E2M when you stepped in as CEO?
By combining listening with formal governance practices, establishing weekly check-ins, creating a transparent, documented strategy, and showing that the company's core strengths would be preserved while introducing structured improvements.

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This show targets digital agency owners and operators seeking practical, battle-tested strategies to grow and scale. Episodes frequently center on AI-enabled workflows, productized services, and scalable systems, with deep dives into headless agency models, client acquisition via content and trust-based engines, and high-ROI growth playbooks. Guests range from solo practitioners to agency leaders who share concrete frameworks, tools, and case studies for building recurring revenue, optimizing operations, and maintaining human judgment in an AI-augmented landscape. Notable traits include a strong bias toward practical templates, live demonstrations, and a community-driven approach that emphasizes mentorship and systemic thinking.

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1. Melissa Elizondo
2. René Spijker
3. Taylor McMaster
4. Simon Major
5. Ray Milidoni
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7. Josh Moore
8. Brent Weaver

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