About Julian

30+ years of building things that work.

I've spent my career at the intersection of marketing, technology and business. Not as a specialist in one, but as someone who connects all three. That's where the real value is.

Julian Young
The Story

From 300 baud modems to AI strategy.

I first got a taste for the online world in the early 90s running a popular bulletin board system. That's when a "page" took about 5 minutes to load on a 300 baud modem. The internet has changed beyond recognition since then, but my fascination with what technology can do for people and businesses has never wavered.

Since those early days, I've built commercial software, developed games, led international marketing campaigns across multiple industries, and helped build and sell SaaS companies. I founded Jellyhound, a forward thinking marketing support company, and along the way I've worked across finance, beauty, customer support, e-commerce, software licensing, CRM, and application distribution.

The common thread? I've never been content to sit in one lane. While most people specialise in either technology, marketing, or business strategy, I've always worked across all three. That breadth is what makes the difference when businesses need to transform, because the biggest opportunities always sit at the intersection of disciplines.

Today, I specialise in helping businesses navigate AI and digital transformation, building powerful marketing strategies using cutting edge technology and baking that into the business model. I don't just advise. I get in the trenches and build.

What I Bring

Three disciplines. One consultant.

Most people are strong in one area. I've built a career across all three, and it's the combination that creates the real leverage.

Marketing

30+ years of multi channel digital marketing, SEO, analytics, content strategy, and campaign delivery. I've led international marketing for companies large and small.

  • SEO & Content Strategy
  • Multi Channel Campaigns
  • Analytics & Data Driven Decisions
  • International Marketing

Technology

Full stack development, AI implementation, platform architecture, and systems integration. From building games to building SaaS platforms, I understand how technology works from the ground up.

  • AI & Automation
  • Full Stack Development
  • Platform Architecture
  • WordPress & Web Technologies

Business Model

I've co-founded, built, and helped sell businesses. I understand the commercial realities of product market fit, pricing, go to market, and scaling operations.

  • SaaS & Product Strategy
  • Go to Market Planning
  • Business Analysis
  • 10+ Businesses Built
The Journey

Some highlights along the way.

Early 1990s

The BBS Days

Running a popular bulletin board system and discovering the power of connecting people through technology. The spark that started everything.

2000s

Software & Games Development

Building commercial software and games, including Sphaudio (accessible audio game engine) and Project Hull Breach (crowd-sourced game development using the Source engine).

2010s

International Marketing & SaaS

Leading international marketing campaigns, co-founding SaaS companies including Achology (online coaching training platform), and developing expertise across e-commerce, finance, and beauty industries.

Jellyhound

Founded Jellyhound

Building a forward thinking marketing support company, serving clients from small local businesses to large scale membership platforms. Where hands on technology meets hands on marketing.

Now

AI & Digital Transformation Consulting

Helping businesses harness AI, modernise their digital infrastructure, and build marketing strategies powered by cutting edge technology. Connecting the dots between marketing, technology, and the business model.

30+
Years in Tech
6+
Industries Served
10+
Businesses Built
100s
Projects Delivered
∞
Curiosity
When I'm Not Working

A few things that keep me sharp.

Table Tennis

Competitive player. Fast reactions, reading your opponent, adapting on the fly. Not unlike a good strategy session.

Martial Arts

Discipline, focus, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Translates better to business than you'd think.

Collage

Taking disparate pieces and making something new from them. Honestly, it's what I do professionally too.

Games Development

A lifelong passion. From early hobby projects to Sphaudio and Project Hull Breach. Where creativity meets code.

Want to work together?

I'm always happy to have an honest conversation about your business, your challenges, and where the biggest opportunities might be.