Hannah Holland is the Forbes 30U30 CEO ofHLD Talent, the fastest-growing digital-first talent agency in the UK. Since starting the agency in 2019, Hannah has launched and shaped the careers of top creators includingGK Barry,Jack Joseph,Shakira Khan,Tennessee Thresher, andCharley Marlowe, taking them from their niche corners of the internet and getting them mainstream campaigns, ranging from fronting billboards in Piccadilly Circus to starring in their own TV shows.
Hannah was at the forefront of expanding horizons beyond brand partnerships, recognising the value of next-gen talent in traditional spaces. From broadcast opportunities, book deals, product launches, and more, HLD focuses on talent’s unique IP and career longevity. The agency's fresh approach to management has scaled an eight-figure business, working with top global brands such as Spotify, Adobe, Netflix, Footasylum, ITV, L’Oreal, and many more. Holland has also made waves in the podcast space through launching top-charting podcasts such as: ‘Saving Grace’ by GK Barry, ‘Ami Charlize’s Private Story’ by Ami Charlize, ‘Sisters in the City’ by Anna and Mandi Vakili, and her own show, ‘Managed.’
HLD Talent is led by CEO, Hannah Holland, Managing Director, Ella Young, Growth Officer, Cherish Allen, and Head of Talent, Emily Hibbert. This leadership team, along with the rest of the HLD team, show that young innovators in business can help shape industries.