Designer Seoul-born Jin moved to Richmond in 2017, earning a VCUarts honors degree in graphic design. While at VCU, he gained recognition by receiving the Outstanding Portfolio Award. His motto in life: to constantly develop and create a new future that makes the world a better place. Jin’s unyielding dedication to his craft and determination […]
Project Manager Multi-tasker extraordinaire Ashley juggles projects like an advertising pro, masterfully balancing budgets, deadlines, and client expectations with flair and finesse. When the curtain falls on her workday, she loves crafting cookies, cakes, and cupcakes for friends and family. Speaking of sweet surprises, both of her kids share the same New Year’s Eve birthday!
the brief Donate Life Virginia is charged with organ donor registration across the Commonwealth. Organ donation polls well—most people think it’s a good thing. But only 40% of Virginians are actually registered as donors. That’s a big gap between what people believe and what people do. DLV came to Elevation with a hard ask: close […]
Account Manager For 15 years, Marissa has worked all over the country in marketing, sales, and account management, leaping from one achievement to the next. Now back in her hometown of Richmond, she continues to dazzle boardrooms with her keen insights and snappy presentations. When she’s not crushing deadlines, she can be found savoring culinary […]
Marketing Analyst A recovering ski instructor, Grisha spent his childhood in Europe as a U.S. State Department kid. His exposure to other cultures and customs broadened his perspective, which is why he’s a whiz at connecting with others. When he’s not using his high energy to research and report on digital marketing campaigns, he dabbles […]
the brief The Propane Education and Research Council is a congressionally-authorized trade association responsible for how 4,300+ independent propane marketers talk to the country. In 2021, they came to Elevation with a harder challenge than any single campaign: propane was being mischaracterized as dirty and outdated, and the whole industry’s growth depended on fixing that. […]
Account Manager Personable, curious and resourceful, Matt will leave no stone unturned when asked to look into something, which is what makes him such a stellar account manager. When he’s not actively auditioning to be the next Batman, he likes to spread his wings with poetry, music, and working as a sound designer. Holy smokes, […]
Client Services Manager Jenifer is Stacie Elliott’s right-hand person, assisting her with everything from time reports and invoicing to training new employees and assuring that our clients are happy. She loves cooking homemade Italian meals and has a passion for fashion. So when she’s hounding you to turn in those time sheets, you know she’s […]
Colon cancer is the nation’s second deadliest form of cancer. But it’s also highly treatable—when it’s caught early. And although it’s often considered “old white man’s disease,” the fastest growing case rates are among millennial men and men of color. There are many reasons why these men are reluctant to talk to their doctors […]
As a mid-range brand in the Smithfield portfolio, Carando faced the challenge of breaking through a crowded category and embedding itself in consumers’ consideration set. With a limited marketing budget and fragmented distribution, the brand needed a strategy that not only made it top-of-mind at the moment of purchase but also built an emotional connection […]