Leading a Digital Marketing Powerhouse

Oliver Wood is the Managing Director of PWD Digital Agency, one of Western Australia’s leading digital marketing and web development firms. Under his leadership, PWD has grown from a small startup into a digital powerhouse serving thousands of clients across Australia. The agency’s team of over 40 professionals provides services ranging from bespoke website design to search engine optimization, consistently delivering top-tier results in online visibility and sales growth for businesses of all sizes.

PWD’s success and innovation have earned it recognition as a top agency in the region, reflecting Oliver’s commitment to quality, creativity and results-driven strategies. He has built a reputation for staying ahead of industry trends and ensuring that PWD’s clients benefit from the latest technologies and best practices in digital marketing.

From Adversity to Success

Oliver’s path to business success was forged through determination and resilience. At just 17 years old in the UK, family circumstances left him homeless and facing an uncertain future. He spent nights in shelters and endured challenging living conditions, but refused to let those setbacks define him. Seizing an opportunity to change his situation, he joined British Telecom’s advertising department, where he quickly excelled and discovered a talent for sales and marketing.

In 2006, Oliver arrived in Australia as a young backpacker with big ambitions but few resources. He worked odd jobs across the country and observed the growing need for quality web services in the digital age. The following year, still in his early twenties, he settled in Perth and channeled his experience into launching his own web design startup. While studying full-time for a law degree at Edith Cowan University, he founded the company that would eventually evolve into PWD. What began as a modest operation quickly gained traction thanks to Oliver’s hands-on approach and client-focused ethos.

For over a decade, Oliver grew this business into a respected player in the industry. However, an international partnership later turned sour, nearly derailing his progress. Mismanagement by overseas partners led to a major setback and the company’s near collapse – a challenge that left Oliver personally shouldering significant debts and stress. Instead of giving up, he used the experience as motivation to come back stronger. In 2020, as the global pandemic took hold, Oliver refocused and rebuilt his company, guided by a renewed sense of purpose from life-changing events such as his marriage and the birth of his daughter.

Diverse Business Ventures

Oliver’s rebound included not just reviving his digital agency, but also expanding into new industries. In 2020, he acquired stakes in a pair of established Western Australian manufacturing businesses: Majestic Stairs and its sister company Stallion Stainless. By bringing fresh leadership and digital savvy to these companies, he helped modernize their operations and bolster Majestic Stairs’ position as the leading staircase manufacturer in the state.

That same year, Oliver acquired Renovation Capital, stepping into the home improvement and finance sector. He then ventured into early childhood education by taking over Daisy Child Care Pty Ltd, the operator of the Bush Kids early learning centre in Eaton. Within three years, he self-funded a significant expansion of the childcare business—opening two new centers in Western Australia’s South West region and purchasing adjacent property to enlarge the original campus. This growth greatly increased the childcare network’s capacity and exemplified Oliver’s ability to apply his entrepreneurial vision across diverse fields.

Thought Leadership and Public Engagement

With his growing business profile, Oliver has attracted considerable media attention. His entrepreneurial journey has been featured in leading business publications as an example of triumph over adversity, highlighting how he built a $22 million enterprise from the ground up. Industry outlets also frequently seek his insights on digital marketing trends, search engine strategy, and technology adoption. He has been quoted as an expert on the impact of new innovations – from the rollout of the National Broadband Network to the use of artificial intelligence in marketing – and he regularly shares advice through guest articles, interviews, and opinion pieces.

Oliver is also an active participant in Western Australia’s business community. He strongly believes in mentorship and often speaks about the value of learning from experienced peers. True to that ethos, he dedicates time to mentoring up-and-coming entrepreneurs and has been involved in initiatives to foster young talent in the tech and startup space. Through local events, podcasts, and his own social media channels, Oliver openly shares lessons from his experience, hoping to inspire others to persevere through challenges just as he has.

Personal Drive and Future Plans

Outside of work, Oliver applies the same adventurous spirit that fuels his business leadership. Approaching his 40th birthday, he decided to test his limits by trekking to Mount Everest Base Camp – a grueling 12-day journey that most would consider far from a typical celebratory vacation. Braving freezing temperatures, minimal amenities and high altitudes, he successfully reached Base Camp. He remarked that the adventure made him “appreciate how lucky I am and grateful for what I have.” At the same time, he joked that it was so challenging “you could not pay me to go back.”

Looking ahead, Oliver shows no signs of slowing down. He continues to broaden his horizons both personally and professionally. He has even begun pursuing his passion for aviation as an aspiring private pilot, embodying his belief in continually challenging oneself. On the business front, he remains on the lookout for new opportunities to grow his group of companies. Ultimately, Oliver Wood’s relentless drive to innovate and overcome challenges – combined with his focus on family, mentorship and community – define him as a modern business leader with an inspiring story still unfolding.