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We build impactful, AI first digital products.

We're an AI first digital partner working with businesses of all sizes, to design and develop AI first digital products that improve customer experience, efficiency, productivity and revenue using our in-house teams of digital strategists, business analysts, designers, developers and AI experts. We tackle your biggest business challenges and opportunities, delivering start up agility with enterprise grade execution. Unlike traditional consultancies or digital partners, we don’t just advise — we design and build. Whether it’s digital transformation, launching new ventures, or embedding AI into your operations, we bring hands-on expertise and a startup mindset to everything we do. We partner with organisations who want to stay ahead of the curve, whether they’re scaling startups, global enterprises, or investment firms looking to build the next big thing. Founder + Lightning was born from a deep network of entrepreneurs, investors, and product leaders—people who have built, scaled, and exited successful businesses. We work with a select group of clients over the long term. Unlike large consultancies, we choose depth over volume—ensuring that you are always a top priority, not just another account. Our model is built on true partnership, where we embed within your business, working side by side to drive real business impact. The next wave of digital transformation will be AI-powered. Whether you’re looking to modernise, build, or invest in the future—let’s talk.
  • Min project size
    $25,000+
  • Hourly rate
    $100 - $149 / hr
  • Employees
    50 - 249
  • Locations
    London, England
  • Year founded
    Founded 2015
  • Timezones

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  • London , England

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    Pricing Snapshot

    Min. project size $25,000+
    Avg. hourly rate $100 - $149 /hr
    Rating for cost 4.3 /5

    What Clients Have Said

    The Lightning Group is noted for good value for cost, with clients highlighting budget-friendly pricing and timely delivery. They have successfully managed projects for small to mid-sized teams, emphasizing a strong culture fit and responsiveness, though some noted occasional delays due to changing requirements.

    This summary is based on verified Clutch reviews.

    Most Common Project Size

    $200,000 - $999,999 based on 2 reviews
    < $49,999 $50,000 - $199,999 $200,000 - $999,999 > $1,000,000

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    The Lightning Group Review Insights

    Overall Review Rating

    4.6
    • Quality 4.6
    • Schedule 4.5
    • Cost 4.3
    • Willing to Refer 4.8

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    Review Highlights

    • Strong Technical Expertise

      The Lightning Group is praised for their development skills across multiple projects, delivering complex solutions like digital platforms, marketplace apps, and community networks. Their technical understanding is highlighted as a key strength by clients in various industries.

    • Effective Project Management

      Clients consistently commend The Lightning Group for structured and transparent project management. They deliver on time, adapt to changing requirements, and maintain clear communication, ensuring projects meet client expectations.

    • Cultural Fit and Value for Cost

      Clients appreciate The Lightning Group's cultural fit and perceive their services as offering good value for cost. This combination makes them a preferred choice over other vendors.

    • Room for Improvement in Billing Processes

      While overall client feedback is positive, there is a mention of potential improvement in processes related to contracting and billing, suggesting an area for The Lightning Group to refine.

    • Responsive and Available Team

      The team at The Lightning Group is described as highly responsive and readily available, fostering a collaborative atmosphere and ensuring client needs are consistently met throughout the project lifecycle.

    • Positive Impact on Business Metrics

      Projects completed by The Lightning Group have resulted in measurable improvements such as increased user engagement, revenue generation, and improved job completion rates, directly impacting clients' core metrics positively.

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    Network Development for Children Support Group

    • Custom Software Development Product Design UX/UI Design
    • $200,000 to $999,999
    • Nov. 2022 - June 2033
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    5.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "They take the time to understand our business and its needs."

    Mar 26, 2024
    President, Elizabeth's Smile
    Jeff Kimball
    Verified
    • Other industries
    • Washington, District of Columbia
    • 1-10 Employees
    • Online Review
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    Founder and Lightning is developing a community network for a children's support group. The team is responsible for building a platform where users can establish connections and garner expert advice and counseling through extensive grief research.

    MVP & CRM System Dev for Video Streaming Platform

    • CRM Consulting and SI UX/UI Design Web Development
    • Confidential
    • Apr. 2024 - Feb. 2025
    4.5
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    4.0
    Cost
    3.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "The lead PM was very contactable and available."

    Feb 14, 2025
    COO, Video Streaming Platform
    Nirav Karia
    Verified
    • Financial services
    • England
    • 1-10 Employees
    • Online Review
    • Verified

    Founder + Lightning developed an MVP and a CRM system for a video streaming platform. The team was also tasked with building the client's frontend.

    Customer-Facing Digital Solution for Pensions Services Firm

    • Custom Software Development UX/UI Design
    • Confidential
    • Feb. - Sep. 2023
    4.0
    Quality
    4.0
    Schedule
    4.5
    Cost
    4.0
    Willing to Refer
    4.0

    "I was impressed with their good development skills, which were also reasonably priced."

    Mar 5, 2024
    CTO, Pensions Services Company
    Matthew Glover
    Verified
    • Financial services
    • London, England
    • 1,001-5,000 Employees
    • Online Review
    • Verified

    A pensions services company hired Founder and Lightning to build a customer-facing digital solution. 

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    Overall Review Rating
    4.6
    Source
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    Last Updated
    February 14, 2025

    Business Entity

    Business Entity Name Ucreate Limited
    Source Companies House
    Jurisdiction of Formation United Kingdom
    Date of Formation April 25, 2013
    Status Active
    Last Updated February 11, 2025
    ID 08503849

    Credit Report Results

    International Credit Risk Assessment Low Risk
    Source Creditsafe
    Last Updated February 11, 2025
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    Locations (1)

    6th Floor, 2 Leman St, London, United Kingdom LondonEngland E1 8FA

    50 - 75

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