We couldn't let our fifth birthday pass without thanking our clients and suppliers for their support and friendship over the years - so we threw a party to do exactly that.

Over 300 guests arrived at our contemporary office in Newcastle city centre on Thursday July 12th to join the party and help us celebrate in true TH_NK style.

The evening involved everything from live entertainment and street performances, to lots of quirky extras, such as a stunning ice sculpture, fabulous digital caricaturist, and an exclusive yellow carpet to welcome guests as they arrived.

"The party was great fun and a fantastic success" said Tarek Nseir, Managing Director. "The night was to thank everyone who has helped TH_NK reach these heights over the last five years as well as looking ahead to the exciting prospects that will take us through the next five years and beyond. I would particularly like to thank Cravens for their support, friendship and encouragement over the years."

Since Tarek founded TH_NK in 2002, we have grown from a team of four to almost 60, and are set to double our £2.4 million turnover to reach £4 million this year alone. Continuing to think big, we count high-profile businesses, Northern Rock, Northumbrian Water, Grainger plc, Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and ITV amongst our rapidly expanding client base which recently became global as we won the contract for international market research company, TNS.

The fact that TH_NK measures up to, and exceeds any London outfit, is just one of the reasons I came on board. The culture, creativity and enthusiasm of the people is reflected in everything they do, and their 5th birthday party was no exception. The whole evening was an exceptional success - and one I was proud to be part of.

MT RaineySoon to be Chairman of TH_NK

To see more pictures from the party, visit www.flickr.com/photos/th_nk