UTC Artist Management

What UTC Artist Management does

UTC Artist Management, trading as part of UTC Group, is a London-based talent management and entertainment company founded in 2013. It operates through three wholly-owned UK subsidiaries — UTC Artist Management Ltd (talent representation), UTC Live Ltd (live events and grassroots discovery), and Lucky 17 Ltd (production company) — and is headquartered at 302 Creek Road, Greenwich. The company manages a roster of British comedians and performers, with marquee talent including Triple BAFTA-winning Mo Gilligan (Netflix specials, Channel 4's The Lateish Show), Michael Odewale (BAFTA-winning, Emmy-nominated writer), Kae Kurd, Tez Ilyas, Slim, and Guvna B. Beyond management, UTC Group runs the Up The Creek Comedy Club as a grassroots discovery venue, produces multi-award-winning live shows via UTC Live, and operates L17 Productions to create comedy specials, TV series, and podcasts for major platforms.

UTC generates revenue through commission-based talent representation, live event ticket sales and venue partnerships, content licensing and royalties from L17 Productions (with content placed on Netflix, Channel 4, BBC, Sky, YouTube, Audible, and DAZN), and corporate entertainment bookings and brand partnerships with advertisers including Coca-Cola, Nike, and Adidas. The go-to-market motion combines grassroots talent discovery at live events, amplification through artist social media presence, and direct distribution partnerships with flagship-tier broadcasters. The company has no disclosed technology platform, no proprietary AI/ML capabilities, and operates with a lean headcount of 1–10 employees. It is privately held, founder-owned, and has no disclosed institutional investors, funding rounds, or M&A activity.

UTC is positioned around a mission-driven brand focused on championing underrepresented Black British and diverse comedy talent, which underpins both its talent acquisition pipeline and its corporate partnership appeal. Its competitive position rests on a 10+ year reputation in the underrepresented-talent niche, deep platform integrations with Netflix/Channel 4/BBC/Sky, and the closed-loop ecosystem connecting grassroots venues, management, and in-house production.

Name

UTC Artist Management

Legal name

UTC Artist Management Ltd

Website

https://utcgroup.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

UTC Artist Management, part of London-based UTC Group, is a UK talent management agency and production company representing comedians including BAFTA winner Mo Gilligan, with integrated live events, in-house production (Lucky 17), and grassroots discovery via Up The Creek Comedy Club.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Talent Management Services

NAICS

Agents and Managers for Artists, Athletes, Entertainers, and Other Public Figures (7114), Performing Arts Companies (7111), Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131)

SIC

Services-Mailing, Reproduction, Commercial Art & Photography (7330)

akta.pro primary industry

Full-Service Artist Management (MPAIAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Tour & Artist Management Services (HSACAHAN), Artist Booking, Talent Buying & Agency Services (MPAGAAAF), Festival & Event Producers/Organizers (MPAIAFAC)

Keywords

• Talent management services
• Comedy artist representation
• Live event production
• Content production services
• Entertainment management agency

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Talent Management Commission: Commission-based talent representation for comedians and performers, managing careers across live performance, television, digital content, and brand partnerships.
2. Live Event Production: UTC Live produces multi-award-winning comedy shows and grassroots events, generating revenue through ticket sales and venue partnerships.
3. Content Production (Lucky 17): L17 Productions creates comedy specials, podcasts, and digital content for platforms including Netflix, Channel 4, BBC, YouTube, Audible, and Sky.
4. Corporate Entertainment: Booking talent for corporate events, brand activations, and branded content partnerships with major advertisers.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

UTC Artist Management is a London-based talent management agency that discovers, develops, and showcases comedians, performers, and content creators through a hands-on collaborative management approach. Through its sister entities UTC Live and Lucky 17 (L17) Productions, the group also produces multi-award-winning live comedy shows and multi-genre content for major platforms including Netflix, BBC, Channel 4, Sky, YouTube, and Audible. The company represents comedians including Mo Gilligan, Kae Kurd, Tez Ilyas, and Guvna B, booking them across TV, live performance, digital content, podcasts, and brand partnerships.

Product overview

UTC Group is a talent management and entertainment company comprising three divisions: UTC Artist Management (hands-on talent management discovering and developing exceptional entertainment talent), UTC Live (live events and comedy show production), and Lucky 17/L17 Productions (content creation for stage and screen). The company also operates Up The Creek Comedy Club as a venue and manages multiple podcasts including Man Like You, Making A Husband, and Beginning Middle End. The portfolio spans talent representation, live events, television production, digital content, and audio/podcasting across platforms including Netflix, Channel 4, YouTube, Sky, and Audible.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• UTC Live: Live events division producing multi-award-winning shows that celebrate entertainment talent and discover emerging artists through grassroots events.
• Lucky 17 Productions

Products and services

• UTC Artist Management Hands-on talent management service that discovers, develops, and showcases exceptional entertainment talent, providing career development through creative collaboration and networking with production partners globally. Represents comedians and performers including Mo Gilligan, Kae Kurd, Tez Ilyas, and others across TV, live performance, digital content, and brand partnerships.
• UTC Live Live events production division producing multi-award-winning comedy shows and grassroots events. Features established entertainment names and discovers emerging talent through live performances. Generates revenue through ticket sales, venue partnerships, and corporate entertainment bookings.
• Lucky 17 (L17 Productions) Production company providing platforms for writers, performers, and content creators to tell their stories through multi-genre programming on stage and screen. Produces comedy specials, podcasts, and digital content for Netflix, Channel 4, BBC, YouTube, Sky, and Audible.
• Up The Creek Comedy Club Comedy venue and club management operation, described as one of the most famous comedy clubs in the world. Hosts performances from open mic nights to professional shows, and serves as a filming location for productions.
• Beginning, Middle, End Podcast Podcast hosted by Mo Gilligan featuring guests discussing moments that shaped them and the legacy they want to leave behind. Produced as a Lucky 17 & MOMO G Production for Global.
• Making A Husband Podcast with Tez and Shy Ilyas Comedy podcast from married couple Tez and Shy Ilyas discussing marriage, relationships, and life adjustments. Winner of Best Podcast at Asian Media Awards 2025 in collaboration with BBC.
• Man Like You Podcast Podcast hosted by Mo Gilligan, Babatunde Aléshé, and Eddie Kadi featuring unfiltered conversations on personal stories and trending topics.
• Babatunde and Leonie: Then & Now Podcast Parenting podcast hosted by Babatunde and Leonie Aléshé exploring cross-cultural journey through childhood, marriage, and parenthood. Partnership with Global media giant.
• That Josh James Show Podcast Podcast hosted by stand-up comedian Josh James and Chris 'Whiteboy' White, featuring funny, engaging and topical content.
• Ain't Got A Clue Podcast Podcast hosted by Kae Kurd and Marcus Bronzy.

Named customers10 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered major, flagship, core and minor.

• ITVmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerContent partner for UTC/Lucky 17 productions and talent appearances.
• YouTubemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPlatform for comedy specials and content distribution including Mo Gilligan, Tez Ilyas, Kae Kurd productions.
• DisneymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerContent partner for UTC talent and productions.
• NetflixflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor platform for Mo Gilligan Netflix specials (Momentum, There's Mo to Life, In the Moment); content distribution partner for multiple UTC artists.
• BBCflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerBroadcast partner for talent appearances, radio productions, and content including BBC Three, BBC Two, BBC Radio 4.
• Channel 4flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey broadcast partner including The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan, The Black British Takeover, Tez O'Clock Show.
• SkyflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPlatform partner for Kae Kurd's Sets & Reps comedy series; Sky Comedy specials.
• GlobalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMedia giant partner for Beginning Middle End podcast (Mo Gilligan); Then & Now podcast (Aléshé's).
• AudiblecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAudio content partner for Mo Gilligan: Spotlight and other podcast productions.
• DAZNcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal sports entertainment partner for Josh James 12-month content creation partnership; boxing collaborations.
• Coca-ColaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBrand partner for content and activations.
• NikeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBrand partnership for talent and content.
• AdidasminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBrand partnership for talent and activations.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• PBJ Management: PBJ is a London-based talent management agency representing UK comedians and broadcasters, with strong TV production ties. Directly comparable to UTC in niche (comedy talent management), client profile and UK broadcaster relationships.
• Avalon Entertainment: Avalon is the leading UK comedy and entertainment talent management and production group (managing comedians such as Michael McIntyre, John Bishop and representing podcast/audio IP). Direct peer to UTC given overlap in UK comedian representation, live production and content distribution to BBC/Channel 4/Netflix.
• ARG (Artist Rights Group): ARG is a UK artist management and production company representing comedians and entertainment talent. Direct peer to UTC with comparable client profile in comedy and TV production.
• YMU Group: YMU Group (formerly James Grant Group) is one of the UK's largest talent management groups covering music, comedy, TV and sport. Comparable to UTC as a UK talent management peer with broader scale and similar client categories.
• Curtis Brown Group: Curtis Brown is a long-established UK talent and literary agency representing writers, comedians, actors and broadcasters. Direct peer to UTC in artist/creative representation with similar London footprint and broadcast partnership dynamics.
• Off Limits Management: Off Limits is a UK-focused comedy and entertainment management agency representing top British comedians. Directly comparable to UTC as a mid-sized UK shop focused on comedian representation and live touring.
• Troika Talent: Troika is a UK talent management agency representing comedians, presenters and broadcasters. Comparable mid-sized UK peer to UTC focused on comedy talent representation.

Broad incumbents

• Live Nation Entertainment: Live Nation is the world's largest live entertainment company, operating venues, festivals and artist management globally. Broad incumbent overlapping with UTC Live and Up The Creek Comedy Club on the live events and touring side.
• Creative Artists Agency (CAA): CAA is one of the largest global talent and sports agencies, representing major comedians and content creators across film, TV and live. Broad incumbent comparable to UTC at the talent representation layer, with substantially broader scale.

Emerging players

• Encompass Entertainment: Encompass is a UK production and talent management group active in comedy, entertainment and podcasting. Emerging player comparable to UTC in UK comedy/entertainment with similar integrated production approach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/utcartistmanagement

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Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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