We love a good story. And we know yours is powerful.
HERE’S WHAT WE DO
We’re experts at helping you identify your story, harness it, and get it out into the world. We spend time studying every client — getting to know your unique position, problems, and goals.
A powerhouse creative team that delivers compelling stories. That’s who we are. We craft platforms around research and human insights. We build flexible systems that adapt to each of your audiences. We identify what makes you authentically unique to create a brand only you can own.
We’re experts in higher education marketing. We’ve conducted research and gathered insights on Gen Z and Gen Alpha. We understand these students’ diverse journeys, and we meet them where they are digitally. Our campaigns cover every stage of the funnel, so that you can stand out and guide students through their entire admissions journey.
With our buying power, you’ll get the most reach for your investment. We stay on top of the most effective ways to get your story in front of your audience with the best results. We’re also very aware that you can do all of this right — and it can still fail, if the creative isn’t compelling enough to move your audience.
Your institutional story should embrace your history, highlight your regional and global impact today, and prepare your brand to last long into the future. We identify why your unique perspective and thought leadership are valuable, helping shift perceptions among industry partners and elevating your rankings among peers.
We help you make the case to every single potential donor, engaging with people who have an emotional connection to your brand and highlighting the direct impact their investment can have on your institution. We understand your donors in every generation, so that we can make the most effective appeal possible.
HERE'S HOW WE DO IT
01
Research and Strategy
- Qualitative research
- Quantitative research
- Testing
- Mission and vision
- Positioning
- Segmentation
- Architecture
- Naming
- Launch planning
- Governance
02
Creative and Video
- Story and voice
- Visual expression
- Identity
- Training
- Environmental
- Experiential
- Video
- Animation
- Photography
03
Web Experiences
- Full site development
- Landing pages
- Microsites
- Front-end design
- Back-end design
- IA and UX consultation
04
Digital Marketing and Media
- Marketing strategy and planning
- Content strategy
- Media planning
- Media placement
- Measurement and optimization
- UX and pixel strategy
- Email design and development
- Social media strategy
- Asset creation
05
Marketing Technology
- Data analysis
- CRM strategy
- Virtual event strategy
- SMS targeting
- Device targeting
- Measurement
- White papers and resources
06
Planning and Consulting
- Board communications
- Account planning
- Institutional strategic plans
- Strategic socialization
Ologists
Beverly Ryan
Chief Executive Officer
Founded Ologie at age 22 in two tiny rooms without an air conditioner
(she/her)
Bill Faust
President
Collects and restores rare vintage cornets
(he/him)
Matthew Freedman
Chief Operating Officer
Also the Chief Frying Officer of a nonprofit he founded called Fry Out Cancer
(he/him)
Dawn Marinacci
Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
Weekend warrior who hasn’t met a workout she doesn’t like
(she/her)
Fernando Bergas-Coria
Chief Digital and Media Officer
Retired rugby player who loves rescue pups and fine cigars
(he/him)
Kyle Kastranec
Chief Creative Strategist
Craft beer aficionado and die-hard Cleveland sports fan
(he/him)
Paul Davis
Chief Creative Officer
Designs sets for his wife’s elementary school music productions
(he/him)
Becca Altimier
Chief Client Engagement Officer
Pens an e-newsletter and runs a podcast in her (not so) spare time
(she/her)
Amy Ireland
Chief Client Strategy Officer
Prefers dive bars or fine dining vs. anything in-between
(she/her)
Jen Johnson
Chief Client Partnership Officer
Still knows her kindergarten vocabulary lists by memory
(she/her)
Doug Edwards
Chief Strategy Officer
Fell for the girl next door (while helping her move in)
(he/him)
Lindsay Love
Chief Resource Officer
Yes, that’s her real name
(she/her)
Crystal Boveington
Vice President of People Operations
A certified sommelier who loves live music, the NFL, and pets with human names
(she/her)
Nate Feeney
Executive Producer
Still wants to be a park ranger (and has the geology minor to prove it)
(he/him)
Nathan Thornton
Senior Vice President of Creative
Adjunct writing professor and former Jeopardy contestant
(he/him)
Mark Love
Video Director
Classically trained comic book artist who collects vintage Volarés
(he/him)
Tyler Durbin
Vice President of Account Management
Country music lover with an affinity for home improvement projects
(he/him)
Ross Barton
Associate Vice President of Project Management
Hiked the entire Pacific Crest Trail: 2,650 miles in five months flat
(he/him)
Joel Showalter
Executive Editorial Director
Alphabet fanatic who has all 26 letters tattooed on his shoulder
(he/him)
Aubrey Watts
Controller
Has been to 36 states (so far)
(she/her)
Kaleigh Sampson
Project Manager
(she/her)
Hannah Sobul
Digital and Media Strategist
An avid traveler with a bold goal of visiting all 7 continents
(she/her)
Dayana “Day” Kibilds
Vice President of Strategy
Has lived in 10 cities in 6 countries on 4 continents, so she can say with 100% confidence: Venezuelan food is the best
(she/her)
Sean Dunn
Senior Motion Graphics Designer
Gamer, swimmer, and harmonica player
(he/him)
Kate Gaines
Project Management Director
Can spot a fellow lefty from a mile away
(she/her)
Ali Kready
Project Management Director
Loves a good Sauvignon Blanc, even better if it’s on a patio
(she/her)
Rachel Sharkman
Strategy Director
Makes a mean cake pop and loves a good beat drop
(she/her)
Liz Dallmann
Associate Strategy Director
Dreamer, lover of learning, and goofball at heart
(she/her)
Matt Nesler
Executive Director of Digital Media Accounts
Worked as a mascot for a tattoo festival
(he/him)
Courtney Kuether
Senior Motion Graphics Designer
Makes animated short films that have screened across the world
(she/her)
Chevonne Harris
Associate Vice President of Strategy
Creator and lover of words with a strong passion for books, Oprah and Beyonce
(she/her)
Kevin Murray
Senior Video Editor
Loves horror films, hates pickles
(he/him)
Elisabeth Goodrow
Design Lead
Loves all things midcentury modern, illustrating little characters out of inanimate objects, and exploring Columbus’ parks.
(she/her)
Taylor King
Creative Director
Karate brown belt and softball player turned artist
(she/her)
Alex Henderson
Digital Experiences Director
Devoted outdoorsman and loyal Purdue alumnus
(he/him)
Katie Anthony-Brown
Associate Creative Director
Jumped out of a plane at 14,000 ft. and hated every single second of it
(she/her)
Tyler Spahr
Associate Digital Design Director
Our resident expert on K-pop and Britney Spears
(he/him)
Amanda Caskey
Senior Designer
In the business of turning frowns upside down
(she/her)
Caitlin Szczepanik
Research Manager
Runner who has perfected the art of carbo loading after the fact.
(she/her)
Cynthia Howard
Senior Accountant
Winterguard-coaching, bicycle-riding, scuba-diving sourdough baker
(she/her)
Adina Kozberg
Associate Vice President of Project Management
Host of bi-weekly Mah Jongg games, which is like book club, but with Chinese tiles
(she/her)
Taylor Thibodaux
Strategist
She’s jumped from 27 waterfalls and would do it all over again for the thrill
(she/her)
Dakota Story
Art Director, Copy
Self-published a science fiction novel
(he/him)
Ellen McDevitt-Stredney
Creative Director
Lover of wildlife and all things mango flavored
(they/them)
Keith McDaniel
Design Director
If he weren’t a graphic designer, he’d have been a Beatle
(he/him)
Mike Greenler
Associate Design Director
Enjoys a good cup of coffee as long as it tastes like melted ice cream.
(he/him)
Levi Gaidos
Digital Designer
Was once an extra in a music video, so now he has an IMDb page.
(he/him)
Hayley Corson
Digital and Media Specialist
Our resident personal stylist
(she/her)
Ryan Janiszewski
Director of Information Technology
Can proudly name any Beatles song within one note
(he/him)
Chris Pederson
Associate Vice President of Creative
Former East Coaster and West Coaster who’s now happily splitting the difference in Ohio
(he/him)
Tanuja Apte
Paid Digital and Media Manager
Loves to paint, play competitive board games, and explore new coffee places.
(she/her)
Mike Rehfus
Associate Copy Director
Proud Detroiter and former coffee shop owner
(he/him)
Jonathan Schmitt
Design Director
Wowed his high-school talent show with a rendition of “Mama Said Knock You Out”
(he/him)
Connor Mitchell
Associate Design Director
Classiest Deadhead you’ll ever meet
(he/him)
Eric Blair
Associate Design Director
Singer for Mummula, his monster-themed surf-rock band
(he/him)
Michael Fletcher
Senior Designer
Designs and choreographs programs for a local high school color guard
(he/him)
Audrey Ward
Associate Copy Director
Left-handed middle child from Florida who writes for work and play
(she/her)
Megan Hyde
Media Director
Passionate photographer and aspiring fly-fisher
(she/her)
Abby Zimmerman
Senior Digital and Media Strategist
Her ongoing soapboxes include curly hair care routines, the value of Tiny Friday™, and finding the best ranch in Austin
(she/her)
Tommy Bruning
Lead Photographer
Loves Alaska, the outdoors, and photo shoots with LeBron James (for real)
(he/him)
Tahja Lauderdale
Associate Project Management Director
Basketball brings her joy and traveling keeps her happy #Balance
(she/her)
Mimi Darwish
Project Management Director
Started a running group that supports women who are battling and recovering from drug and alcohol addiction
(she/her)
Sarah Moore
Art Director, Design
Stays up too late reading horror novels and can’t stop thrifting
(she/her)
Sarah Martin
Senior Designer
Loves to travel the world and document every aspect of it
(she/her)
Anasha Stevens
Senior Digital Writer
Always asks the flight attendant for cookies AND pretzels
(she/her)
Matthew Turcotte
Senior Research Analyst
A dancing baker with an equal love of gin & tonics and coffee
(he/him)
Gabby Dionisio
Senior Writer
After teaching high school English, has the sense of humor of a 14-year-old and stories for days
(she/her)
Laura Calhoon
Account Director
Plant-addicted fraternal twin that loves winter and hates mashed potatoes
(she/her)
Stephanie Collins
People Operations Specialist
Unapologetically addicted to cheesecake
(she/her)
Helene Dillion
Coordinator AR
Fuels her love of botany with a small business selling houseplants
(she/her)
Kristen Eubanks
Executive Assistant
Sang with The Ohio State University marching band on one of their albums
(she/her)
Michael Belton
Senior Designer
Enjoys meeting people, learning Swahili, and the occasional overcast day
(he/him)
Lizzy Bridgewater
Account Director
Breakfast food is her love language
(she/her)
Brittany Eddleblute
Project Manager
Will always be down for dressing up in costume (especially if it involves a mustache)
(she/her)
Joel Thomas
Executive Account Director
Former marathon training coach and lover of live music
(he/him)
Blaise Bolomon
Art Director, Design
Always down for a “Murder, She Wrote” marathon
(he/him)
Tara Allinger
Content Marketing Manager
Middle school volleyball coach who once climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro
(she/her)
Lauren Haase
Art Director, Design
Bowls on a team called the Gutter Ghouls and is a big fan of Cincinnati’s famous Skyline Chili
(she/her)
Sarah Lack
Associate Client Engagement Director
Named her dogs after a fictional FBI agent and a notorious Supreme Court Justice
(she/her)
Andrew Gray
Brand Designer
A big fan of hiking, sci-fi, and spaghetti westerns
(he/him)
Haley Close
Associate Strategy Director
Has lived in 9 states and loved 8 of them
(she/her)
Nicole Lentine
Client Engagement Manager
She’s a true podcast aficionado
(she/her)
Nick Welch
Senior Writer
Was a straight-edge punk until he realized he was writing Carly Rae Jepsen songs
(he/him)
OUR VALUES
Our company’s values reflect the type of people we work well with. Embracing these values, we’re proud of the relationships we’ve built, both within our walls and with our partners.
All In
We’re 100 percent invested in what we do — both because that’s how we sustain our business, and because this is our purpose. We set high standards, and we deliver great work. We push boundaries and give ourselves permission to take risks. We lean in to help one another make the best work possible. Being all in doesn’t mean that we’re always on: it means that when we are on, we’re giving it everything we’ve got.
Be a Good Human
We show respect in everything. We care deeply. We have a heartfelt desire to always do the right thing, even when it’s difficult. Through our conversations and actions, we inspire empathy and understanding — withholding judgment and honoring the humanity in every person, always.
Simple is Smart
We work hard to create clarity, even in the most complex situations. We sit amid the chaos, sorting things out until we find the right answers. We solve problems, find patterns, and make connections. We value quality and clarity over volume.
Be Inclusive
We respect our differences and seek out our similarities. We hand the microphone to unheard voices, and listen to those perspectives before we take action. We weave everyone’s unique experiences into the fabric of our culture. We dig into our biases and encourage our clients to do the same. We learn from each other and advocate for change — not just within our company, but throughout our industry. All of this helps us become better people, but it also helps us become better partners, with a multifaceted array of perspectives that allow us to make thoughtful recommendations to the clients we serve.
Invest and Celebrate
We strive to bring out the best in each other. We are genuine and grateful, taking extra steps to show colleagues and clients that we value them. We carefully cultivate an environment that fosters growth, builds confidence, and expands knowledge and skills. We lift each other up. We give credit where it’s due and we show up for each other, every day.