617 Collective Launches as Modern Holding Company to Acquire and Scale Creator-First Marketing Agencies

NEW YORK, Aug. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today marks the official launch of 617 Collective, a modern holding company purpose-built to acquire, scale, and unify top-performing agencies across influencer marketing, digital media, PR, and branded content. Backed by a network of family offices and private investors, 617 Collective was created to meet the evolving needs of the creator-led marketing landscape.

Headquartered in New York City, 617 Collective integrates content, data, and technology under a single platform to deliver high-impact, always-on campaigns for today's most culturally relevant brands. The company is led by an experienced team with deep expertise in marketing, operations, finance, and M&A.

617 Collective is designed to serve as a long-term partner to independent agencies—providing scale, shared infrastructure, and strategic capital, while preserving the unique creative identity of each business.

The 617 Collective Advantage:

• Founder-Focused Model: No forced rebranding, full creative autonomy
• Growth Infrastructure: Shared HR, finance, legal, and business development resources
• Strategic Capital Pool: Capital for acquisitions, talent, and market expansion
• Cross-Agency Collaboration: Proprietary framework for sharing insights and client opportunities

The launch comes at a time of accelerated growth in the creator economy, now valued at over $250 billion globally and projected to exceed $480 billion by 2027. Influencer marketing alone has grown into a $24 billion industry, driven by rising demand for authentic, creator-led content on platforms such as TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels.

With a focus on the U.S. Northeast—including New York, Boston, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.—617 Collective is actively seeking agencies with revenues between $1 million and $5 million, strong creative track records, and growth potential. The platform is especially interested in founder-led businesses that work with Gen Z and millennial-focused brands.

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617 Collective – New York, NY

About 617 Collective

617 Collective is a New York-based holding company acquiring and scaling the next generation of creator-first marketing agencies. Backed by experienced investors, it provides capital, operational expertise, and strategic partnerships—while preserving what makes each agency unique.

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