About Growthworks

ABOUT

Who you will work with

Work directly with a senior C-level marketer, no juniors, no handovers. In-house level support that drives sales while you focus on leading the business.

Michael Barnard

Co-Founder

With more than 20 years marketing experience, Michael has worked with leading eCommerce and retail brands including HelloFresh, Youfoodz, Jimmy Brings, Foot Locker, Specsavers, Michael Hill, Amart Furniture and Price Attack.

Before launching Growthworks, Michael was the General Manager and Co-Founder of Customology, where he helped build one of Australia’s leading customer growth and retention agencies. His work there earned international recognition when he was named in the “30 Under 40 Loyalty Royalty” list at the 2020 International Loyalty Awards.

Michael’s approach blends performance marketing, lifecycle automation, conversion optimisation and customer experience design. He helps founders cut through the noise, understand the numbers that matter, and implement strategies that unlock sustainable revenue growth. His clients value his ability to design practical solutions that scale while keeping the customer at the centre.

A regular speaker at industry events and contributor to leading marketing publications, Michael is recognised as a trusted advisor to founders and leadership teams who want clarity, confidence and results.

"Your executional excellence was outright impressive. You helped us make a giant leap forward.”"

Chrish Graebner

Founder, Level Lemonade

"Thanks to Growthworks, we’ve had record sales, up over $1M already. They helped us level up and make life easier."

Andrew Roberts

Co-Founder, Farm Owners

It's like a dream working with Growthworks! They gave me space to scale and our sales grew 5% week on week.

Bianca Tarrant

Co-Founder, Our Cow

"It’s the single most valuable thing I’ve done to grow my business. Great results, incredible team, and just so easy to work with."

Gail Thiele,

Owner, Springroll Gold

"We could not have done it without you. You’ve been invaluable partners, and we’re beyond thrilled as our strong marketing funnel drives growth"

Derek Oliver

CEO, Vanessa Megan Skincare

"If you’re growing a consumer brand, you’d be mad not to call them. They’re like the coach your brand needs."

Blake Robinson

Co-Founder, MyDriveHero