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CREATIVE THINKING FOR COMMUNICATIONS

SINCE 1986

 
 

ADVERTISING + GRAPHIC DESIGN

SINCE 1986

 
 

BUILDING BETTER BRANDS

SINCE 1986

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WE WORK HARDER AND SMARTER

We believe great brands are those that have powerful stories to tell and express a simple emotional truth, differentiating them from their competitors.

Our team specializes in branding, integrated advertising campaigns, digital communications and graphic design. We create communications that support strategic branding objectives and position our clients favorably in the marketplace. Our thinking is original. Our messages are powerful. Our work stands out. Our clients get results.

We serve a diverse range of philanthropic, educational, financial service and healthcare organizations. Our work has won numerous local, regional and national ADDY, CADDY, Summit, Communicator, ARC and Telly awards, as well as recognition from HOW Magazine.

158

Years of Experience

347

Creative Awards

7

Pro Bono Projects in 2023

YEAH, WE DO THAT

Depending on our clients’ needs, we handle everything from comprehensive strategic communications planning to specific tactical communications projects.

INTEGRATED CAMPAIGNS
PRINT COLLATERAL
BROADCAST MEDIA
MEDIA PLANNING
INTERACTIVE DESIGN
IDENTITY & BRANDING
STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS
SOCIAL MEDIA

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT US

We love our clients. Apparently they love us too.

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From digital and broadcast to print collateral, Olmsted goes above and beyond for their clients.

Andrea BergstromCommunications Coordinator, Ruth Mott Foundation
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I’ve worked with Karl and his team for over 20 years and they consistently add value, while demonstrating an unparalleled dedication to excellence.

James PolehnaVice President & Corporate Secretary, Kelly Services
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Olmsted’s innovative, design-driven approach and communications expertise supports and enhances our organization’s strategic branding.

Kevin TompkinsVice President of Marketing, McLaren Health Care

EXPERIENCE THAT GETS RESULTS

A firm is only as good as its people. We have some of the best.

KARL OLMSTED

Chief Creative Thinker

Education
University of Michigan-Flint
College for Creative Studies

Favorite Quote
“You reap what you sow.”

Celebrity Look-alike
James Woods

Crushing On
Contemporary Art

Marketing Mantra
Differentiate or Die

BRIAN SANDERSON

V.P. of Disruptive Thinking

Education
BA Advertising
Michigan State University

Embarrassing Playlist Song
“Party in the U.S.A.”
By Miley Cyrus

Admired Brand
BarkBox

Passion
Homebrewing & Winemaking

KAYLA BOURDOW

Design Diva

Education
BFA Graphic Design
Eastern Michigan University

Favorite Quote
“Your only limit is your mind.”
– Napoleon Hill

Embarrassing Playlist Song
“500 Miles”
By The Proclaimers

Favorite Place
In a Book

BRETT LaCROSS

Creative Savant

Education
BA Advertising
Ferris State University
BA Computer Graphics
Baker College of Flint

Favorite Place
Traverse City

Crushing On
IPA’s & College Football

Favorite Quote
“I’ve been putting out fire with gasoline”
– David Bowie

CHRISTOPHER ORLOWSKI

Idea Guy

Education
BA Advertising
Michigan State University

Favorite Place
New York City

Embarassing Playlist Song
“I Think I Love You”
The Partridge Family

KAT TURVENE

Account Wrangler

Education
BBA Marketing
University of Michigan – Flint

Favorite Quote
“You can often change your circumstances by changing your attitude.”
– Eleanor Roosevelt

Crushing On
Chai Tea Lattes

Favorite Place
Delaware

DAVID YAKSIC

Multimedia Virtuoso

Education
BA Graphic Design
Central Michigan University

Favorite Quote
“If you tell the truth, you don’t have to remember anything.”
― Mark Twain

Back-up Career
Fishing Guide

Crushing On
Vintage Advertising

LET’S GET TO WORK

  432 N. Saginaw Street, Suite 900, Flint, MI 48502

  810.232.0070

  [email protected]

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