Steve Laidlaw
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Born | Huddersfield, England | October 9, 1981
Nationality | British |
Occupation | Entrepreneur, CEO |
Years active | 2000–present |
Known for | Founder and CEO of Digital 24 |
Website | stevelaidlaw |
Steve Laidlaw (born 9 October 1981) is a British entrepreneur and business executive based in the United Arab Emirates. He is the founder and chief executive officer of Digital 24, a brand-building and marketing agency with a focus on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Laidlaw has over two decades of experience in digital marketing, public relations, and business consulting. Over the course of his career, he has launched or held key leadership roles in several ventures, including Seven Yachts, 24 Black, Link Mill, and Fire Digital. Originally from Huddersfield, England, Laidlaw has been recognized for his work in scaling startups and advising high-growth enterprises across various industries.
Early life and education
Steve Laidlaw was born on 9 October 1981 in Huddersfield, England. Details regarding his early education and formal academic qualifications are not publicly documented. Laidlaw’s career began with a focus on digital marketing and business consulting, eventually expanding into luxury yacht charter and fleet management in the United Arab Emirates. Over time, he developed expertise in strategic public relations and reputation management, particularly serving high net worth individuals.
Career
Steve Laidlaw began his professional journey in digital marketing and business consulting, gaining experience across various industries. Over more than two decades, he has built a reputation as a digital visionary and entrepreneur. Laidlaw is the founder and CEO of Digital 24, a brand-building agency focused on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, providing services in digital marketing, public relations, and strategic consulting.
In addition to Digital 24, he has founded or holds key leadership roles in several ventures, including Seven Yachts, a yacht charter and fleet management company operating in the United Arab Emirates; 24 Black; Link Mill; and Fire Digital. Laidlaw’s work spans luxury marine services and online public relations, specializing in personal branding and reputation management for high net worth individuals and private clients. His approach combines bespoke luxury experiences with strategic digital content and reputation protection.