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If there's one thing we've learned, it's that:
TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK
When 11 unique individuals with varying skills, backgrounds and experience levels come together, it's like a volcano of creativity on the verge of erupting. Because of this, we created 6 specialized teams to divide and conquer the chaos.
CLIENT RELATIONS TEAM
Gabriella & Mikki
Our client relations team is the point of contact between our agency and our clients. They ensure smooth sailing throughout the entire creative process and work together with all teams to oversee projects, assist with production and lend a helping hand wherever needed.
CREATIVE TEAM
Madeline & Sally
Our creative team is responsible for all aspects of art and design. Whether it be logos, illustrations or marketing materials, their keen eye and stylistic approach keeps our material fresh and innovative.
BRANDING TEAM
Cecelia, Zachary & Alexis
Our branding team works together to effectively establish and communicate our client's brand. They conduct research, identify target audiences and strategically position our client's brands in the most appealing and beneficial ways.
WRITING TEAM
Marissa, Kayla & Hannah
Our writing team is responsible for generating advertising content, producing slogans and editing all published content. Together, they work to establish one clear voice for our clients to relay their messages in the most personable way possible.
SOCIAL MEDIA TEAM
Kayla & Alyson
Our social media team manages all online profiles and digital materials. They are responsible for maintaining an intriguing, interactive online presence and regularly updating our content.
MEDIA BUYING & PLANNING TEAM
Marissa, Zachary & Alyson
Our media buying and planning team ensures all advertising and budgeting plans are in perfect balance. They rely heavily on their advertising skills to make only the most logical and well-thought out decisions for our clients.
MEET OUR TEAM
Get to know our perfectly balanced team of creatives.
Our passion for creating meaningful change for clients is what sets us apart. 1.61 Communications’s staff believe in their craft, and it truly shows in all of our work. Our team works tirelessly so that you don’t have to. We are shaping the way people connect with the world, and we want to work with you.
GABRIELLA INGEBRAND
Project Manager
As our project manager, Gabriella leads the pack. She's our go-to-gal for all things scheduling-related, client-oriented and tension-easing. Gabriella's warm personality, professional demeanor and ability to light up the room with a simple smile makes her the perfect leader.
MIKKI BERSCHEIT
Director of Public Relations
A born leader, Mikki undeniably fits her role as director of public relations. Whether she's drafting a news release, sketching a design or teaming up with the promotional team, Mikki stays on top of her game. In fact, we've come to believe that her mind is an ever-spinning storm of creativity. Brace yourselves.
SALLY GOLLA
Creative Director
Meet Sally, our creative genius. We really struck gold with this gal! Sally is the visionary behind our agency's name and logo. The #PerfectBalance of witty and wildly talented, Sally can crack a joke and bust out a flawless design... simultaneously.
MADELINE HICKEL
Public Relations Strategist
As our public relations strategist, Madeline is the connoisseur of all things PR. Her innovative mind gives her the ability to turn a simple idea into a full-fledged campaign, complete with all the dressings. Madeline's talents have landed her a spot on both the creative and branding team.
ZACHARY SHETKA
Research Director & Media Buyer
Meet Zachary! As our research director and media buyer, he keeps our facts in check and our checks in #PerfectBalance. A valuable asset to our team (and the only male!) Zachary's attention to detail and willingness to help in all areas makes him a jack of all trades.
ALEXIS MORRISON
Brand Strategist
Introducing... the visionary behind our entire brand. As our brand strategist, Alexis puts her PR and business background to work in the most innovative ways. Always dressed to the nines and flashing a big smile, Alexis knows a thing or two about making impressions. And trust us, you'll be impressed.
CECELIA HOFFMAN
Event and Promotion Specialist
Meet Cecelia, our event and promotion specialist. Cecelia's talents shine through her ability to flawlessly plan, promote and execute special events. Her avant-garde ideas and inventive way of thinking brings a fresh perspective to our team. With a bright mind and an even brighter future, Cecelia cannot be stopped.
HANNAH BAUMANN
Communication Specialist
A talented writer, Hannah is able to incorporate her creative writing skills into all her professional work. Her never-ending laughter and knack for finding the perfect punchline makes her essential to our team. With her creative juices flowing 24/7, you better take notes.
MARISSA AUSEN
Communication Specialist & Media Buyer
As our communication specialist and media buyer, Marissa puts her advertising background on full-blast. Marissa's top-notch skills and ability to spew off ideas at any given moment make her a key player on both the writing and media buying and planning teams.
KAYLA SEVERSON
Digital Specialist
Meet Kayla! As our digital media specialist, Kayla makes our online presence a force to be reckoned with. Her impeccable writing skills and unique incorporation of humor makes her a pleasure to work with on both our social media and writing teams. Never afraid to speak up, Kayla keeps us creatively on our toes.
ALYSON RHOADES
Digital Specialist & Media Buyer
With a dual-role as digital specialist and media buyer, Alyson knows how to multitask. Her experience with advertising and photography gives her a one-up as a key member of our social media team. Alyson's dedication and willingness to lend a helping hand makes her a great addition to our #PerfectBalance.
WHAT SETS US APART?
In today’s world success involves building a brand that connects emotionally with the public in a way that aligns with its business plan. We’re passionate about helping you find your creative voice and building this presence . We leverage your unique strengths to choose the right approach for you, whether that be conventional or avant-garde, and build strategic roadmaps that deliver results.
OUR MISSION
1.61 Communications aims to build honest relationships with our clients by using cutting-edge techniques to develop effective and innovative communication strategies.
OUR VALUE
1.61 Communications values achieving the perfect balance between precision and passion in all the work we produce.
OUR VISION
1.61 Communications strives to be the most innovative integrated marketing communications agency by achieving the perfect balance between precision and passion.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
1.61 Communications is an integrated marketing communications agency modeled after the philosophy of the “golden mean.” The “golden mean” is the desirable middle between two extremes represented by the value of 1.61. As an agency, we strive to achieve a perfect balance between precision and passion in all our work.
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The perfect balance between precision and passion.
1.61 COMMUNICATIONS
At 1.61 Communications, we believe in the power of ideas. Our comprehensive Creative Agency is based in Winona, but we work with clients near and far in order to help them transform the way they do business. Every great client alliance starts with a strategy. When we partner with clients for full-service creative solutions, we devise a plan of attack to capture audience attention and ensure long-term success.