We’re an agency that’s been in your shoes.
With eons of in-house experience, our team is your cosmic marketing extension.
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2000
It all started with a quote…
Flipping through Fast Company magazine, Matthew Clyde reads the quote that profoundly shifts his approach to work, life, innovation, and service.
…which sparked an idea.
Why not bring together the most talented, humble people to create a different kind of agency? One that’s laser focused on giving back — to employees, clients, and the community?
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2005-2006
The launch of an agency…
Giving back is priority #1, from day one. And everyone in the creative funnel — brands, talent, leaders — brings their ideas forward to build truly meaningful impact.
…by idea-driven partners.
Founders Matthew Clyde, Rebecca Clyde, and Mike Mason blaze a brand-new trail. And companies like Best Western and eBay believe in our mission, trusting us to build their brands.
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2007-2009
Building a new studio…
Renovating a gem of a midcentury building, we create the ideal space for our growing agency in Phoenix — setting the tone for our collaborative spirit and design aesthetic.
…and a legacy of giving.
Since 2005, Ideas Collide has contributed more than $3 million — and thousands of volunteer hours — locally and nationally to the communities where we live, work, and play.
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2010-2015
Celebrating big wins…
From awards, like the Greater Phoenix Chamber’s Business of the Year for Culture, to partnerships with iconic brands, Ideas Collide collects big wins and inspiring work.
…and our 10th anniversary.
Agency growth. Client impact. Continued success. (And even bigger achievements on the horizon.) Ideas Collide is here to stay.
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2016-2018
Putting roots in Portland…
Growing in the City of Roses since 2008, we decide to shorten our commute with a new office first in the Pearl District, then relocating to downtown in the West End neighborhood.
…and fueling new business.
With expanded MarTech capabilities, we give clients better, more visible actionable data and insights — strategic tools for stronger marketing results.
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2019-2024
Making THE LIST!
Yes, that’s us! We land a spot on the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America — a giddy and humbling moment after years of hard work.
Pivoting with intention.
2020 brings unparalleled challenges globally. Despite setbacks, Ideas Collide emerges stronger, with new business paths, a new content studio (IC Streaming), and remarkable opportunities. We love our work. We love our life. And we love what we’re building.
Leadership
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Matthew Clyde
President + Co-Founder
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Karem Planas
Chief Operating Officer
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Mike Mason
Chief Creative Officer + Partner
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Michael Fleming
Senior Vice President, Digital Strategy +Technology
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Joel Eberhart
Vice President, Marketing + Community Development
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Elisha Lutz
Vice President, Accounts, Client Partners + GM Portland
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Rebecca Clyde
Co-Founder, Partner + Strategic Advisor
Team
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Amy Frost
Managing Director, Creative Development
Specialties:- Brand Strategy,
- Digital Media,
- Visual Identity
Specialties:- Brand Strategy,
- Digital Media,
- Visual Identity
Amy brings years of agency experience and an in-depth understanding of marketing automation campaigns and complex UI and UX projects. She works with companies across various industries to create, implement, and measure innovative marketing campaigns. Amy instills trust and expertise with each client and project she works on, in addition to leading cross-disciplinary teams and strategic vision for digital marketing campaigns.
- Favorite Movie: Notting Hill
- Favorite Sport: Volleyball
- Favorite Restaurant: Anyplace that serves Gluten-Free Food
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Kit Kwong
Managing Director, Project Management
Specialties:- Project Management,
- Digital Marketing,
- Workflow Development
Specialties:- Project Management,
- Digital Marketing,
- Workflow Development
With over 15 years of experience managing marketing projects of all sizes in varying industries (including technology, hospitality, education, and retail), Kit is a proven leader with a keen eye for details and a disciplined approach to execution. She specializes in overseeing the execution of complex projects and optimizing processes to drive higher efficiencies
for her teams.- Favorite Book: Harry Potter series
- Favorite Sport: Tennis
- Favorite Hobby: Nail Art
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Jeremy Rudd
Managing Director, MarTech + Business Intelligence
Specialties:- Marketing Data Automation,
- Eloqua Practice Lead,
- Business Intelligence
Specialties:- Marketing Data Automation,
- Eloqua Practice Lead,
- Business Intelligence
Jeremy is armed with unmatched patience and offers insight from web development to marketing technology. With his extensive experience and knowledge working in Eloqua, a B2B marketing automation solution, he sets his clients up for success. Prior to joining Ideas Collide, Jeremy worked as a web designer/developer for a GPS fleet tracking company implementing multiple lead gen and retention use cases within Eloqua.
- Favorite Movie: The Matrix
- Favorite Sport: Lacrosse
- Favorite Restaurant: Cheesecake Factory
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Sue Watt
Managing Director, B2B Marketing + Tech Integration
Specialties:- Market Research,
- Campaign Development,
- Demand Generation
Specialties:- Market Research,
- Campaign Development,
- Demand Generation
Prior to joining Ideas Collide, Sue gained experience as the founder of Pure Insight Marketing and as the Director of Research Operations at Six Degrees, a sensory branding agency. She carries over 25 years as a brand strategist for B2B technology clients including: TD SYNNEX (HPE, NetApp, Nutanix, NVIDIA, Brocade, Cohesity), Intel Corporation, Logicalis
(Microsoft, HPE, Cisco, IBM, NetApp, VMware, Veeam), Insight, to name a few.- Favorite Snack: Gummy Bears
- Favorite Book: The Power of Moments
- Favorite Restaurant: Ocean 44
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Nichole D. Abbott
Director, Talent + People Development
Specialties:- Talent Development ,
- Leadership Training,
- Communications + Copywriting
Specialties:- Talent Development ,
- Leadership Training,
- Communications + Copywriting
Nichole is an authentic servant leader with over 20 years of experience delivering effective human resources strategies that drive business results through connecting people. Her progressive knowledge developed across various industries, includes hospitality, healthcare, construction, automotive, e-commerce, and retail. She delights in opportunities to support the team’s success.
- Favorite Getaway: Jamaica
- Favorite Movie: Titanic
- Favorite Hobby: Crafting
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Bobby Boland
Director, Content + Creative Copy
Specialties:- Copy Direction,
- Loyalty Programs,
- Conversational AI/Chat
Specialties:- Copy Direction,
- Loyalty Programs,
- Conversational AI/Chat
Bobby has been with the Ideas Collide team for 11 years. During that time, he has worked across diverse industries and scales, including healthcare, hospitality, beauty, consumer products, and tech. Bobby oversees a robust team of creative and technical writers, creating brilliant campaigns that make brands shine.
- Favorite Snack: Oreos (by the sleeve)
- Favorite Movie: Lord of the Rings: Return of the King
- Favorite Sport: Mountain Biking
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Brynne Curran
Senior Account Director, Health + Wellness Brands
Specialties:- Brand Strategy,
- Market Research,
- Product Placement
Specialties:- Brand Strategy,
- Market Research,
- Product Placement
Brynne is an award-winning marketing strategist with over 14 years of experience meeting marketing and sales objectives in the consumer goods and healthcare industries. Her experience overseeing multi-platform campaigns, leading cross-functional teams, and driving product ideation make her an ideal leader to help clients seize market opportunities and drive impact.
- Favorite Movie: Almost Famous
- Favorite Hobby: Reformer Pilates
- Favorite Restaurant: Mastro’s City Hall
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Jessica Hays
Director, Account + Operations – B2B Tech
Specialties:- Interactive/Technical Project Management,
- Website Strategy,
- CRM Development
Specialties:- Interactive/Technical Project Management,
- Website Strategy,
- CRM Development
With significant experience as a technology operations leader and a passion for interactive project management, Jessica specializes in client and project management and developing cross-functional teams at the agency.
- Favorite Getaway: Italy
- Favorite Podcast: Huberman Lab
- Favorite Restaurant: Nobu
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Ryan Katz
Director, Business Development
Specialties:- Fundraising Strategy,
- Motion Design,
- Visual Identity
Specialties:- Fundraising Strategy,
- Motion Design,
- Visual Identity
A professional dreamer with a dynamic range of creative production and marketing strategy skills, Ryan (AKA ‘Katz’) is spearheading sales, business and brand development, along with lead generation and events.
- Favorite Snack: Sour Patch Kids
- Favorite Book: Project Hail Mary
- Favorite Sport: Hockey
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Margaret Ann Lippincott
Director, Business Operations
Specialties:- Business Administration,
- Operations,
- Finance
Specialties:- Business Administration,
- Operations,
- Finance
MA has been with Ideas Collide for 10 years. Her 20+ years of experience ensures that Ideas Collide has peace of mind with excellent general office and facility management and supervision over financial operations, IT and retirement account management.
- Favorite Drink: Iced Tea
- Favorite Movie: Sound of Music
- Favorite Hobby: Reading Spiritual Books
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Bryan Noguchi
Director, Media Planning + Strategy
Specialties:- Advance Development,
- Segmentation,
- Media Analytics
Specialties:- Advance Development,
- Segmentation,
- Media Analytics
Bryan is a 25-year media professional with experience at major holding company agencies and smaller independent boutique experience. His past agencies have included Anderson Lembke, McCann Erickson, Grey Worldwide, T3, DWA Media (now Merkle), R2C Group (now Rain). Bryan is a published author with his articles appearing in Huffington Post, Ad Exchanger, Media Post, and Radio & Television Business Report.
- Favorite Getaway: Oahu
- Favorite Book: What’s Bred in the Bone
- Favorite Podcast: Wild Thing
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Ryan Palmer
Senior Account Director
Specialties:- Email Marketing,
- Data Analysis,
- Campaign Development
Specialties:- Email Marketing,
- Data Analysis,
- Campaign Development
As senior account director, Ryan constantly seeks to bring market and industry insights to bear with his technology and hospitality clients. Having grown up in the Northwest, his spare time is shared between the biking trail, his wife and 7-year-old daughter, and their yellow tabby.
- Favorite Drink: Old Fashioned
- Favorite Book: Catcher in the Rye
- Favorite Hobby: Rock Climbing
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Christine Patton
Brand Marketing + Creative Director
Specialties:- Design Thinking,
- 360 Branding,
- Messaging Strategy
Specialties:- Design Thinking,
- 360 Branding,
- Messaging Strategy
Christine is an accomplished creative director with 25+ years experience shaping brands and campaigns. With an MBA from NYU Stern, she possesses a unique blend of creativity and business acumen to help brands distinguish themselves through design, storytelling, and marketing. Christine has worked with brands across various industries, including fashion, beauty, hospitality, fitness, media, government, healthcare, and higher education.
- Favorite Getaway: Australia
- Favorite Drink: Cucumber Mint Martini
- Favorite Hobby: Metal Smithing + Jewelry Making
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Rita Rabbani
Senior Account Director, Hospitality + Lifestyle/Consumer Brands
Specialties:- Campaign Management,
- Brand Strategy,
- Loyalty Programs
Specialties:- Campaign Management,
- Brand Strategy,
- Loyalty Programs
With over 18 years of experience, this ASU Sun Devil and former Marketing Manager at the Phoenix Suns, has extensively honed skills in digital marketing, branding, advertising + consumer engagement marketing for both B2C and B2B clients. When not collaborating with teams to deliver impactful campaigns, Rita may be found in the kitchen trying a fun recipe, listening to podcasts while working out, or caring for her 3-year-old fur baby.
- Favorite Getaway: New York City
- Favorite Podcast: Smartless
- Favorite Restaurant: Pizzeria Bianco
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Jennifer Spangler
Account Director
Specialties:- Design Thinking,
- Event Strategy,
- Public Relations
Specialties:- Design Thinking,
- Event Strategy,
- Public Relations
A unique blend of creativity and data, Jennifer brings over 20 years of demonstrated success in marketing, branding, advertising, and web. During that time, she has worked with various clients, including national brands, such as Pert/Sure & Massage Envy, and industries, from entertainment technology to real estate.
- Favorite Getaway: Maui
- Favorite Podcast: Gilmore Guys
- Favorite Dish: Chicken Tikka Masala
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Gery Teague
Director of Digital Development
Specialties:- Game Creation,
- Kiosk Interfaces,
- Progressive Web Apps (PWAs)
Specialties:- Game Creation,
- Kiosk Interfaces,
- Progressive Web Apps (PWAs)
Gery has been developing websites, dashboards, apps, kiosks, games, visualizations, and leading teams for over 30 years. He enjoys communicating and collaborating. Gery is passionate about his team and the projects they complete together to drive success for their clients.
- Favorite Drink: Protein Shake
- Favorite Movie: Tenet
- Favorite Sport: Beach Volleyball
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Aaron Vance
Director, Emerging Accounts
Specialties:- Storytelling,
- Website Strategy + Development,
- Account Management
Specialties:- Storytelling,
- Website Strategy + Development,
- Account Management
In his role, Aaron is focused on facilitating the client onboarding process, including identification of strategic account support team(s), initial project discovery and tactical plan building, as well as account oversight and relationship/partnership development. Aaron has 20+ years of experience in various industries including market research, technology, healthcare, education, media, construction, hospitality, and food & beverage.
- Favorite Snack: Whatchamacallit
- Favorite Movie: Big Lebowski
- Favorite Hobby: Photography
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James West
Director, Video + Content
Specialties:- Video Direction + Production,
- Storytelling
Specialties:- Video Direction + Production,
- Storytelling
James has been with Ideas Collide for over 12 years and joined in the early start-up days to help form the company into what it is today. In 2015, he created our Video Production Studio to bring services like video editing, photography, audio production, and more in-house and has grown the team and work ever since.
- Favorite Book: Creativity Inc
- Favorite Sport: Basketball
- Favorite Dish: Pizza
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Nick Winter
Senior Art Director
Specialties:- Website Design,
- Logo Creation,
- Visual Identity
Specialties:- Website Design,
- Logo Creation,
- Visual Identity
Nick is an experienced Art Director with over 10 years of experience in website and email design, brand identity, and building design systems for scalability and efficiency. With a B.S. in Graphic Design from Arizona State University, his vision as a branding and design expert is clever, strategic, and hard-hitting.
- Favorite Drink: Waterloo Grapefruit or Pineapple
- Favorite Sport: Basketball & Soccer
- Favorite Dish: Panang Curry
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Whitney Mellis
Art Director
Specialties:- Brand Strategy,
- Visual Identity,
- Brand Guidelines
Specialties:- Brand Strategy,
- Visual Identity,
- Brand Guidelines
Whitney’s background consists extensively of retail marketing and brand ideation and development. Her experience lies in developing and implementing new brands into the market with associated multi-level advertising campaigns. She specializes in branding strategy, photoshoot direction and digital marketing needs.
Prior to joining Ideas Collide, she worked for large retail organizations such as Schurman Retail Group and PetSmart.- Favorite Drink: Iced Americano
- Favorite Podcast: You’re Wrong About
- Favorite Restaurant: The Shack in Playa del Rey
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Alicia Mount
Art Director
Specialties:- Logo Creation,
- Data Visualization,
- Visual Identity
Specialties:- Logo Creation,
- Data Visualization,
- Visual Identity
Alicia is an experienced designer and leader with over 10 years of experience in creating print and digital design solutions for industries, including
finance, education, technology, and non-profits.- Favorite Snacks: Sour Strips
- Favorite Drink: Dr. Pepper Zero Sugar
- Favorite Book: Anything Stephen King
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Heather Becker
Staff Accountant
Specialties:- Accounting,
- Blogging,
- Social Media Influencing
Specialties:- Accounting,
- Blogging,
- Social Media Influencing
Heather’s number-crunching skills are just as impressive as her numerous marathons. Her master expense tracking and reporting skills keep us on ready for every budget goal.
- Favorite Getaway: Tulum
- Favorite Hobby: Working Out
- Favorite Restaurant: Diego Pops
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Kayla Becton
Designer
Specialties:- Animation,
- Logo Creation,
- Digital Media
Specialties:- Animation,
- Logo Creation,
- Digital Media
Kayla impresses clients with her custom illustrations, animations, and new creative concepts. We also think few people can get more excited about music, food, or swing dancing!
- Favorite Drink: Topo Chio
- Favorite Hobby: Cooking, Baking and Eating
- Favorite Restaurant: Pizzeria Bianco
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Laura Bjerk
Senior Manager, Content Strategy
Specialties:- Social Media Strategy,
- Keynote Presentations,
- Audience Analytics
Specialties:- Social Media Strategy,
- Keynote Presentations,
- Audience Analytics
Laura is a content enthusiast and creative strategy expert with a passion for pushing the envelope. She’s crafty with custom solutions and even craftier in her free time with embroidery, painting and more.
- Favorite Book: Code Name Verity
- Favorite Podcast: And That’s Why We Drink
- Favorite Restaurant: Smokin’ Fins
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Hayley Bunschoten
Design Lead
Specialties:- Brand Strategy,
- UX,
- Brand Guidelines
Specialties:- Brand Strategy,
- UX,
- Brand Guidelines
Hayley excels at crafting unique and thoughtful solutions to generate successful brand experiences. When she takes a break from all-things-design, you can find her bargain-shopping or playing with animals.
- Favorite Snack: Cookies Straight from the Oven
- Favorite Drink: Sweet Coffee Drinks
- Favorite Hobby: Bargain Shopping
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Mason Byrne
Senior Manager, Director of Photography
Specialties:- Animation,
- Motion Design,
- Video Production
Specialties:- Animation,
- Motion Design,
- Video Production
Mason’s video expertise takes him to shoots from Honolulu to Houston. His talents in editing, filming and production have led the agency’s video department to award-winning success.
- Favorite Podcast: Short History Of…
- Favorite Hobby: Hunting
- Favorite Restaurant: Thai E San
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Emily Cheng
Senior Project Manager
Specialties:- CMS,
- Project Management,
- Copywriting
Specialties:- CMS,
- Project Management,
- Copywriting
Emily manages various marketing and website projects for a diverse client portfolio. In joining Ideas Collide, Emily fulfilled a long-standing dream to call Portland, her favorite vacation spot, home. Emily loves reading fantasy novels involving interesting magic systems and pantheons, or perhaps exploring some coffee houses around Portland for a fancy almond milk latte.
- Favorite Drink: Anything with Espresso
- Favorite Movie: Blade Runner
- Favorite Dish: Vegetarian Kibbe
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Janet Caballero-Daltrey
Digital Marketing Project Manager
Specialties:- SEO,
- Project Management,
- Email Marketing
Specialties:- SEO,
- Project Management,
- Email Marketing
With years of experience in client communications and project management, Janet brings passion for planning and problem solving to projects. Outside of work, you may find her adopting a cat or a horse!
- Favorite Drink: Cherry Coke
- Favorite Movie: Hot Fuzz
- Favorite Sport: Video Games
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Caitlin Davison
Project Manager, Business Development
Specialties:- Organic Media,
- Messaging Strategy,
- Copywriting
Specialties:- Organic Media,
- Messaging Strategy,
- Copywriting
When not cheering on Arizona sports teams, Caitlin is networking with potential clients and bringing brands to life through dynamic storytelling. Her journalism background helps fuel messaging that makes an impact for clients and Ideas Collide.
- Favorite Snack: Peanut M&Ms
- Favorite Drink: Coffee
- Favorite Podcast: Armchair Expert
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Vicki Diaz
Senior Manager, Account + Brand Development, DEI Lead
Specialties:- Speech Writing,
- Keynote Presentations,
- Social Media Strategy
Specialties:- Speech Writing,
- Keynote Presentations,
- Social Media Strategy
With over a decade of brand marketing & communications, Vicki has a passion for storytelling and content creation. She brings a balanced level of strategy and creativity to every project. Not only is she a collaborative partner to her clients, but Vicki has also made a valuable impact at Ideas Collide, heading up the agency’s DEIB program and coordinating community giveback events.
- Favorite Getaway: Oregon Coast
- Favorite Hobby: Interior Designing
- Favorite Dish: Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas
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Kendra Dingley
Senior Designer, Business Development
Specialties:- Creative Strategy,
- Presentation Design,
- Illustration
Specialties:- Creative Strategy,
- Presentation Design,
- Illustration
Fueled by inspiration from the world around her, Kendra’s entrepreneurial mindset and passion for design foster her relentless pursuit to innovate, captivate, and deliver high-quality solutions.
- Favorite Book: Greenlights
- Favorite Sport: Football – Go Eagles!
- Favorite Hobby: Hiking & Camping
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Sabrina Drummond
Senior Account Manager
Specialties:- Loyalty Programs,
- Email Marketing,
- Brand Strategy
Specialties:- Loyalty Programs,
- Email Marketing,
- Brand Strategy
Fueled by iced coffee, Sabrina is a holistic problem-solver with a diverse creative background. She has a glass half-full kind of attitude and is inspired by experiences, places, and dogs – mostly dogs.
- Favorite Getaway: Puerto Vallarta
- Favorite Drink: Iced Coffee
- Favorite Hobby: Scrolling Tik Tok
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Kylie Dukes
Production Designer
Specialties:- Package Design,
- Motion Design,
- UX Design
Specialties:- Package Design,
- Motion Design,
- UX Design
Designer by day and gamer by night, Kylie brings her creative thinking to every project. When she’s not designing, she’s spending quality time with her family.
- Favorite Drink: Iced Coffee with Cream
- Favorite Movie: Howl’s Moving Castle
- Favorite Dish: Fettuccini Alfredo
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Morgan Eichsteadt
Senior Digital Marketing Strategist
Specialties:- SEO,
- Demand Generation,
- Digital Strategy
Specialties:- SEO,
- Demand Generation,
- Digital Strategy
Morgan is a highly adaptable, analytical strategist who loves solving problems and creating solutions. Fueled by an enthusiastic personality, she tackles data-driven challenges with passion.
- Favorite Drink: Coffee
- Favorite Book: Harry Potter Series
- Favorite Hobby: Lifelong Learning
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Sarah Fein
Senior Account Manager
Specialties:- Customer Journey,
- Campaign Strategy + Management
Specialties:- Customer Journey,
- Campaign Strategy + Management
Sarah is an accomplished Senior Account Manager with a background in digital marketing and a passion for client service. She is a driven self-starter focused on ensuring clients get the best work possible.
- Favorite Movie: Serendipity
- Favorite Hobby: Baking
- Favorite Restaurant: Kobe
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Rachael Gildersleeve
Business Intelligence Analyst
Specialties:- Data Analysis + Visualization,
- Business Intelligence
Specialties:- Data Analysis + Visualization,
- Business Intelligence
Rachael is a proud geek with a creative spirit. When she’s not diving into data, you can find her hiking to the top of mountains or camping with her dog Lloyd.
- Favorite Book: The Nightingale
- Favorite Hobby: Hiking
- Favorite Restaurant: Buck and Rider
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Brittney Gilmore
Senior Project Manager – B2B Marketing Specialist
Specialties:- Project Management,
- Event Planning,
- Event Logistics
Specialties:- Project Management,
- Event Planning,
- Event Logistics
Brittney is the definition of a team player. As an experienced Senior Project Manager, she has a well-rounded background in B2B marketing, content creation, client relations as well as event and logistics management. She handles client initiatives on top of her work load while handling projects with dedication, professionalism and positivity.
- Favorite Drink: Green Tea & Vanilla Lattes
- Favorite Hobby: Party Planning
- Favorite Dish: Authentic Italian
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Justin Grady
Senior Developer + Specialist
Specialties:- Website Development,
- SEO,
- UX Design
Specialties:- Website Development,
- SEO,
- UX Design
Justin has a varied background in advertising agencies, e-commerce, non-profit, political campaigns and advocacy, as well as deep experience in news media. His project management, media buying, and programming past experience assist Justin in spotting potential business or communication opportunities to better serve Ideas Collides’s clientele.
- Favorite Snack: Trail Mix
- Favorite Podcast: The Drill Down by Cory Johnson
- Favorite Hobby: Trail Running
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Demetrio Herrera
Senior Web Developer
Specialties:- CMS,
- Website Development,
- Conversational AI/Chat
Specialties:- CMS,
- Website Development,
- Conversational AI/Chat
“D” works day and night using his champion coding skills, ability to jump in on projects and troubleshooting expertise to create solutions our clients love.
- Favorite Snack: Lemon Heads
- Favorite Sport: Boxing
- Favorite Restaurant: Pappaduex
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John Hollow
Business Intelligence Strategist
Specialties:- User Engagement Dashboards,
- Data Analysis,
- Email Marketing Strategy
Specialties:- User Engagement Dashboards,
- Data Analysis,
- Email Marketing Strategy
John’s background in marketing automation and digital strategy uniquely prepared him for his current hybrid role as a BI Strategist. In this role, John applies his unique skill set to help clients draw insights from data, achieve efficiencies, while also designing impactful UX and email strategies.
- Favorite Drink: Pabst Blue Ribbon
- Favorite Podcast: The Bill Simmons Podcast
- Favorite Hobby: Snowboarding
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Abby Huntington
Lead Project Manager
Specialties:- Media Planning,
- Paid Media,
- Account + Project Management
Specialties:- Media Planning,
- Paid Media,
- Account + Project Management
A master planner and dog-lover who is always making things happen. Abby constantly thinks outside the box and looks for new growth opportunities to expand our accounts.
- Favorite Drink: Coke Zero
- Favorite Sport: Soccer
- Favorite Hobby: Gardening
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Taylor Knutson
Sr. Project Coordinator
Specialties:- Brand Strategy,
- UX Design,
- Campaign Management
Specialties:- Brand Strategy,
- UX Design,
- Campaign Management
Taylor began her career as a designer but found her passion in project management early in her agency career. Her sources of inspiration include running, practicing yoga, pilates, hiking, and going to the beach, which is pretty accessible since Taylor is based in California. When not working, you can also find Taylor reading or listening to music.
- Favorite Getaway: Nice, France
- Favorite Movie: Knives Out
- Favorite Hobby: Reading
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Jarrod Livingston
Lead Marketing Automation Manager
Specialties:- Email Marketing,
- Marketing Automation,
- Campaign Management
Specialties:- Email Marketing,
- Marketing Automation,
- Campaign Management
This book worm and craft beer aficionado knows how to stop, collaborate and listen, developing complex MarTech projects from concept to deployment.
- Favorite Snack: Cheetos
- Favorite Book: Name of the Wind
- Favorite Movie: Inception
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Ryan Lowry
Design Lead
Specialties:- Loyalty Programs,
- Email Marketing,
- Brand Strategy
Specialties:- Loyalty Programs,
- Email Marketing,
- Brand Strategy
Ryan is an artist and an innovative mind with an eye on the philanthropic. He finds inspiration on morning hikes and lives for evenings and weekends with his son and wife.
- Favorite Movie: Amelie
- Favorite Restaurant: Clever Koi
- Favorite Dish: Ramen
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Court Mann
Senior Copywriter
Specialties:- Messaging Strategy,
- Copywriting,
- Storytelling
Specialties:- Messaging Strategy,
- Copywriting,
- Storytelling
Court is an extraordinary writer and creative thinker, bringing fresh perspectives to his work. In his full-time role as Senior Copywriter, Court spends his time writing clever quips and leading the way with strategic storylines for many of our B2C clients.
- Favorite Snack: Frozen Buncha Crunch
- Favorite Drink: Dr. Pepper
- Favorite Book: Sex, Drugs, and Cocoa Puffs
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Nicole Meade
Marketing Automation Specialist
Specialties:- Demand and Lead Generation,
- Marketing Automation
Specialties:- Demand and Lead Generation,
- Marketing Automation
Nicole delights in bringing data alive with marketing automation. Her passion is in HTML, CSS, or complex crochet lines – scanning for errors and tiny details.
- Favorite Getaway: Aruba
- Favorite Book: A Walk in the Woods
- Favorite Podcast: Morbid
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Kelsey Moore
Account Manager
Specialties:- Digital Media,
- Social Media Strategy,
- Account Management
Specialties:- Digital Media,
- Social Media Strategy,
- Account Management
With experience in client-facing roles, Kelsey enjoys moving projects along with a creative and problem-solving energy. She enjoys hiking, hanging out with her dogs and home renovation projects.
- Favorite Snack: Hot Cheetos
- Favorite Movie: Silver Linings Playbook
- Favorite Podcast: My Favorite Murder
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Alex Morgan
Media Strategy Supervisor
Specialties:- Media Planning,
- Paid Media,
- Digital Media
Specialties:- Media Planning,
- Paid Media,
- Digital Media
Alex is a strategic communications professional with experience in public relations, social media, and traditional and digital media, focused on optimizing marketing campaigns across offline and online channels. Alex makes waves with quiet determination. She works collaboratively to find insight, strategic direction and impact for her paid media clients.
- Favorite Getaway: Costa Rica
- Favorite Podcast: Dateline
- Favorite Hobby: Playing the Sims
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Sarah Rex
Senior Digital Media Strategist
Specialties:- Lead Generation,
- Media Planning,
- Digital Media
Specialties:- Lead Generation,
- Media Planning,
- Digital Media
Always looking for the next big thing in paid media, Sarah brings creative thinking to every media plan she creates utilizing her skills in PPC, social media, Google Analytics and more!
- Favorite Snack: Chips & Guacamole
- Favorite Podcast: The Toast
- Favorite Dish: Chicken Parmesan
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Jessica Scott
Junior Designer
Specialties:- Visual Identity,
- Logo Creation,
- Illustrations
Specialties:- Visual Identity,
- Logo Creation,
- Illustrations
With art as her first passion, Jessica discovered graphic design while attending Arizona State University. While at ASU, she joined Ideas Collide as an intern. Her talents and keen understanding of marketing and digital audiences result in inspired designs that are both salient, aesthetically appealing, and effective.
- Favorite Vacation Spot: Seattle
- Favorite Hobby: Crafting
- Favorite Dish: Sushi
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Amanda Sessego
Associate Account Director
Specialties:- Nuture Strategy,
- Email Marketing,
- Project Management
Specialties:- Nuture Strategy,
- Email Marketing,
- Project Management
Coming from a background that spans healthcare, wellness, tech, and politics, Amanda is dedicated to providing top-tier project management for her clients, with clear communication and operational rigor.
- Favorite Snack: Sour Gummy Worms
- Favorite Drink: Diet Coke
- Favorite Dish: Sushi
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Shine Smiley
Office Coordinator + Executive Assistant
Specialties:- Project Planning,
- Event Coordination,
- Production Support
Specialties:- Project Planning,
- Event Coordination,
- Production Support
Shine is a Certified Administrative Professional, an enthusiastic problem solver, & an avid coffee drinker. She supports projects while brainstorming ways to impact organizational excellence.
- Favorite Podcast: Let’s Not Meet: A True Horror Podcast
- Favorite Sport: UFC
- Favorite Restaurant: AZ/88
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Angela Tripi
Traffic Manager + Atlassian Administrator
Specialties:- Project Management,
- Sprint Planning,
- Project Traffic
Specialties:- Project Management,
- Sprint Planning,
- Project Traffic
Angela is an integral staff member who keeps our production teams organized and efficient. With an experienced background in project management, the only thing more organized than Angela are the bees that she aspires to keep one day.
- Favorite Podcast: Crime Junkie
- Favorite Hobby: Bird Watching
- Favorite Book: 1984
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Marissa Velasco
Project Manager
Specialties:- Event Strategy,
- Market Research,
- Influencer Marketing
Specialties:- Event Strategy,
- Market Research,
- Influencer Marketing
With a diverse background in Film Promotions to CRE marketing, Marissa oversees projects into production and brings a creative approach to brand management.
- Favorite Snack: Ghirardelli Salted Carmel Chocolates
- Favorite Book: The Child Called It
- Favorite Dish: Homemade Pozole Rojo
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Nathan Warne
B2B Tech Copywriter
Specialties:- Messaging Strategy,
- Copywriting,
- Speech Writing
Specialties:- Messaging Strategy,
- Copywriting,
- Speech Writing
Nathan has leveraged a passion for technology, strategy, and a talent for writing, and a keen understanding of numerous business audiences into a successful career as a copywriter. With 10+ years of freelance and content marketing experience, he specializes in B2B tech, SEO, email writing, and digital content. In that time, Nathan has amassed a 3 million+ word tally of marketing content.
- Favorite Getaway: Hawaii
- Favorite Movie: Wall-E
- Favorite Podcast: The All-In Podcast
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Alexus Washington
Senior Video Producer
Specialties:- Storytelling,
- Video + Podcast Production,
- Animation
Specialties:- Storytelling,
- Video + Podcast Production,
- Animation
Alexus may be quiet, but her video skills speak volumes. She’s a pro on set, quickly turns around any video request and delivers high-quality work with a smile on her face.
- Favorite Snack: Chocolate Ice Cream with French Fries
- Favorite Drink: Iced Tea
- Favorite Sport: Basketball
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Scottie Yang
Production Manager + Editor
Specialties:- Content Development,
- Sound Design,
- Story Production
Specialties:- Content Development,
- Sound Design,
- Story Production
Scottie is a lifelong student in the art of storytelling. His life’s mission is to tell the story of exceptional people and brands that create a positive impact in our world.
- Favorite Book: The Miracle Morning
- Favorite Podcast: Smartless
- Favorite Hobby: Apparel Design
Awards
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Best Company Culture
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Recognized for 7 Years in a Row
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Best Places to Work Arizona
Rankings 2022- #2 Women
- #3 Hispanic
- #5 Overall
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5x Platinum Winner
3x E-Marketer of the Year -
Top Email Marketing Agencies in the U.S.
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#1 Graphic Design Firm
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2024
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Telly Awards
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Silver – Craft – Editing
- It Takes Two – Seasonal Offer Best Western Hotels & Resorts
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Silver – Craft – Visual Effects
- Future48 Arizona Commerce Authority
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Bronze – General – Advocacy & Causes
- ABC Program Video Community Cycling Center
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Bronze – Craft Editing
- Heavy Industrial Introduction Video Big D Construction
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AMA Phoenix Spectrum Awards
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Best Digital Video
- Future48 Arizona Commerce Authority
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2023
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Telly Awards
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Silver – Local TV – Cinematography
- Everyday Exceptional 1836 Farms
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Silver – Non-Broadcast – Motion Graphics/Design
- Let’s Be Direct Contexture
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Bronze – Non-Broadcast – Pro Bono
- Fund a Cure JDRF
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AMA Phoenix Spectrum Awards
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Best Outdoor Advertising
- IC Streaming Ideas Collide
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Best Television Commercial
- It Takes Two Best Western Hotels & Resorts
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Best Event Marketing Campaign
- The Next Great Chapter HSMAI Adrian Awards
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HSMAI Adrian Award
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Silver Award – Advertising – Influencer Marketing
- Adam Sandoval “The Great American Convoy” Motorcycle Tour Sponsorship Best Western Hotels & Resorts
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2022
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AMA Phoenix Spectrum Awards
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Content Marketing Campaign
- See You Soon Best Western Hotels & Resorts
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Fundraising/Nonprofit Video
- Let’s Be Direct Health Current
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Website – Non-Profit
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Online Marketing Campaign
- Labor & Delivery Banner Health
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AIGA PHX Design Week
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Best in Show Finalist
- Ideas Collide Streaming
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HSMAI Adrian Awards
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Platinum Award: Digital Marketing + Multimedia
- See You Soon Influencer Videos Best Western Hotels & Resorts
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Silver – Digital Website
- BW Travel Zone Evolution/Redesign Best Western Hotels & Resorts
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