When we’ve gathered around the table with clients, we’ve learned about the deeper pains that go beyond profit margins. Business stagnation; fears about losing relevance; worries about retention; uncertainty about the right steps forward; division amongst leadership; apathy in a once-vibrant culture; confusion on what to prioritize; growth that is stretching culture.
Here’s the thing. A cooler website or viral social posts won’t solve those problems. Because marketing is only one piece of your business. What it really comes down to is people. And when businesses put humans first, and do strategy and story right, you experience alignment and growth.
It’s All Connected
Our partnerships yield growth in revenue and profit, for sure. In documented, clear, consistent ways. But beyond that, we’re seeing growth in more meaningful ways, too.
Internal brand health that shows up in team cohesion, a contagious culture, and people who feel valued for their humanity every bit as much as their productivity.
An external brand that’s vibrant, connected to their community, and delighting its customers with an incredible experience leads to loyalty and increased spend.
Generative growth that multiplies, compounds, and contributes to human flourishing, and a better way to do business.
We believe that human-first, healthy businesses lead to flourishing. Not just for the company’s bottom line, but for the people who work there, too. Something bigger and more impactful is possible for your business. And we’re all in to help you get there.
The Guild Team
Brett Peters
Director of Client Strategy
Relentless client advocate, curious question asker.
Chelsea Graham
Director of Operations
Oiler of the Guild machine, keeps us running smoothly and growing smart.
Dawn Mundy
Director of Strategy & Creative
Turning complexity into clarity through strategy and creative.
Dorothy Magner
Accounting Manager
Number cruncher, report runner, everyone’s favorite teammate.
Jason Muir
Senior Art Director
World-class creative, shaping ideas with empathy and intention.
Justin Ricklefs
Founder & CEO
Visionary, connector, storyteller, swag addict.
Rachel Burnett
COO & Partner
Turning vision into aligned action.
Our
Values
01 Lead with compassionate curiosity.
02 Chase excellence. Reject average.
03 Create what moves people.
04 Choose radical candor.
05 Build and nurture trust.
06 Stay gritty in the gaps.
07 Own the outcomes.
08 Have fun.
Our goal is to help you create meaningful abundance.
(That’s a pretty dramatic statement from a “marketing agency,” right?)
WHAT WE REALLY ARE
a Brand and Creative Agency.
One that puts humans first
Understanding the tensions you solve
So we can cultivate connectivity, which leads to flourishing
Ultimately resulting in generative growth for your business and your teams.
Here for purpose-aligned brands who Give a Damn about their people.
Human-First
Brand Building.
If you need some clarity on your brand’s current reality, let’s connect.
