Led by human psychology. Inspired by proven campaigns. Executed by experienced marketers.
Based in Geelong and serving businesses across regional Victoria, we’re a direct response marketing agency built around one thing: rapid, measurable growth.
From strategy and audience research to media buying and conversion optimisation, we handle every step so you can focus on running your business.
Generating quality leads and converting customers isn’t as simple as it used to be. But it doesn’t have to be complicated.
From building your funnel to running conversion-focused campaigns, we handle: Audience research and targeting. Behavioural psychology. Sales copy, outreach, landing pages and ad creative.
We’re direct response specialists who drive consistent month-on-month growth for leading brands, SaaS companies, and eCommerce businesses across Australia and beyond.
We combine years of digital advertising experience with behavioural psychology to create campaigns that convert.
If you’re looking for a Geelong direct response marketing agency that delivers measurable results, you’ve found us.
You’re not getting a service. You’re getting a complete growth team for a fraction of the cost of an in-house CMO.
You’ll get Slack access to your dedicated growth team, which has been optimised to scale your business fast.
Your team includes all the strategic and tactical specialists you need, available when you need them.
Each team is led by our Chief Marketing Officer, working with digital strategists, copywriters, designers and product specialists to drive your growth.
We keep our promises and have honest conversations when needed. If that’s not your style, we might not be the right fit. But if you want a team that moves fast, communicates clearly, and delivers results you can actually see, you’re in the right place.
But if you want a team that moves fast, communicates clearly and delivers strong results—you’re in the right place.
You’ll be in our Slack channels, on calls with the team, and seeing progress on your campaigns daily.
Callum ThompsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have had the honour of working with Dean. From the very beginning, this man leads with pure passion and purpose. His deep understanding of his own compelling why is genuinely inspiring. He was able to take both myself and my company from confusion to clarity in an astonishingly short amount of time. It’s not only his extensive knowledge of the industry; it’s his ability to truly understand me — my position, my challenges, and my vision — and unpack it all with such insight and care. Dean is a visionary. A leader. Someone who consistently lives by example. He has inspired and empowered me in a way I haven’t felt in a very long time. Dean, you are a great man who leads with an innate passion to provide value and promote greatness everywhere you go. Thank you for everything you have done for me. Kind regards, CT Matthew DefinaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you want to scale your business then I recommend speaking to Dean. Dean is a professional and provides amazing customer service. Matthew DefinaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dean is an excellent operator and very knowledgeable in his industry. He not only gives great advise on your business but generally cares about your success! Penelope LesicTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Dean, and it turned out to be one of the most valuable business conversations I’ve ever experienced. What really impressed me wasn’t just his depth of knowledge in marketing and sales, but his genuine passion for helping people achieve real results. Dean didn’t just talk in theory - he made everything practical, breaking things down into clear, actionable steps I could start implementing right away. He was refreshingly honest, cutting through the fluff and highlighting exactly where my offer and pitch were falling short - and more importantly, how to fix them. His insights came from real-world experience, shared with generosity, clarity, and a no-nonsense approach that I truly appreciated. I walked away with more confidence, sharper focus, and a whole new perspective on how to approach my business moving forward. If you want someone who tells it like it is, challenges your thinking, and equips you with strategies that actually work - Dean is the real deal. This wasn’t just a chat; it was a game-changing mentoring session. Thank you, Dean - this experience has genuinely elevated the way I approach my business and mindset. Warren HillTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Speaking with Dean was incredibly valuable and gave me a fresh perspective on breaking into new markets and scaling locally. He completely switched up my GTM approach with insights on winning in new markets. Dean’s super direct, incredibly knowledgeable, and I was genuinely blown away by his suggestions. Anand TKTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had the privilege of spending time with Dean and honestly, it’s been one of the most valuable business conversations I’ve ever had. What stood out to me was not just his deep knowledge of marketing and sales, but the way he genuinely cares about helping people succeed. Dean didn’t just throw theory at me, he broke things down into practical steps I can actually implement right away. He was brutally honest in the best way, pointing out exactly where I was going wrong with my offer and pitch, and showing me how to fix it so that my business can actually grow. He shared insights that only come from years of hard-earned experience, and he did it with generosity, clarity, and a refreshing directness. I walked away with more confidence in my process, and honestly, a shift in the way I think about business and life. If you’re looking for someone who won’t just sugar-coat things but will challenge you, guide you, and give you golden nuggets you can apply immediately, Dean is the person to talk to. This was not just helpful, it was transformative. Thank you, Dean. I can easily say this has been one of the best mentoring conversations I’ve had in my business journey. Natasha SquireTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wow!!! Dean is an absolute superstar!! I asked Dean to help me set up a Linkedin company page, which he did in 20 seconds (literally), but then he ended up solving problems I didn't even know that I had!! I am now looking forward to working more with Dean to help me with my digital footprint, and marketing my growing company!! Dean and his company are honestly an invaluable asset to any company, highly intelligent, and such a nice guy!! I can't thank him enough 🙏😊 Matt HallTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dean is a master storyteller, overflowing with passion and infectious enthusiasm for his craft. From the moment you meet him, his "why" is crystal clear. After 30 years in sales, I thought I’d seen it all… but in just one hour, Dean completely challenged and flipped my ideas, biases, and assumptions. His out-of-the-box thinking and fresh, fearless approach to disrupting the status quo is both inspiring and highly effective. If you want a pitch and strategy that cuts through, connects, and converts, I highly recommend partnering with Owendenny to design and execute it. Craig EvansTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been working with Dean for the last 2 months and cannot recommend him highly enough. He is very passionate about his work and generates an enthusiasm that is both refreshing and contagious as well as helping our website to become much more efficient.Google rating score: 4.8 of 5, based on 22 reviewsVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
If you’ve read this far, you’re exactly the kind of client we work best with. We hold ourselves to high standards and we expect the same in return. Click “Book A 10-Minute Chat” below and one of our directors will personally review your current marketing and come back to you with a clear plan.
A direct response marketing agency builds campaigns designed to generate an immediate, measurable action from the audience, whether that’s a phone call, a form submission, a purchase, or a booked appointment. Unlike brand awareness advertising, every campaign is built around a specific offer, a clear call to action, and trackable results. At Owendenny, we use direct response principles across paid social, paid search, email, and landing page design to drive consistent, predictable growth for our clients.
Direct response marketing includes Facebook and Google Ads campaigns with a specific CTA, email sequences designed to drive purchases or bookings, sales pages and landing pages built around a single offer, SMS campaigns with time-sensitive promotions, and retargeting campaigns that bring warm prospects back to convert. The common thread is that every piece of communication asks the audience to do something specific, right now, and the result is tracked and measured.
Brand marketing builds awareness and recognition over time. Direct response marketing drives action now. Brand campaigns are measured by reach, impressions, and sentiment. Direct response campaigns are measured by leads generated, cost per acquisition, and return on ad spend. Most growing businesses need both, but direct response delivers faster, more measurable results and is particularly valuable when you need to generate revenue quickly.
Costs vary depending on the channels used, the size of your audience, and the complexity of your campaigns. At Owendenny, we work with businesses investing from $2,000 per month upward in ad spend. Our management fees are structured around your growth goals, not arbitrary retainer tiers. We’re transparent about what it costs and what you can expect in return before you commit to anything.
Faster than most other marketing channels. Paid social and paid search campaigns can begin generating leads within days of launch. Email and retargeting campaigns often see results within the first week. The optimisation phase typically runs over the first 30 to 60 days as we gather data and refine targeting, but most clients see meaningful lead flow well before that window closes.
We are a digital marketing agency focused first on user messaging – the frequently ignored factor that multiplies success across channels. Get in touch to increase your ROAS and lower your CPA/CPL.