Agency Young & Laramore has hired Taylor Harruff as a brand action strategist and Christoper Weiper as a web developer.
Harruff was previously a public relations account executive at BLASTmedia, where she developed targeted, campaign-based strategies for brands like NextWorth and Fortegra. In her new role at Y&L, Harruff will develop and execute brand strategies for new and long-time clients of the agency, including Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance. She’ll report to creative directors Bryan Judkins and Trevor Williams.
Weiper, a recent graduate of Indiana University, School of Informatics, will bring his knowledge of IT development and experience in web solutions as an independent technical support consultant to the Y&L team, as the agency expands its digital expertise. At Y&L, Weiper will work on the Schlage, Brizo and YMCA accounts, reporting to senior creative technologist Luke Meyer.
Young & Laramore’s clients include KraftMaid, Brizo faucets, Schlage locks, Allegion security systems, Goodwill retail stores, New Balance lacrosse brands Warrior and Brine, Farm Bureau Insurance, Upland Brewing Company, and Building Tomorrow, a social profit organization building primary schools in East Africa.
The Many Hires Jeremiah Wassom As Group Creative Director
Independent agency The Many has added Jeremiah Wassom as group creative director.
Wassom most recently worked a decade at Deutsch LA where, as SVP/creative director, he led the Taco Bell account and won new business for the agency. His agency past also includes AKQA and TBWAChiatDay. His creative work has touched the QSR, video games, automotive, fashion, and culture brand sectors. He also served eight years with the United States Marine Corps.
“Throughout his career, Jeremiah has helmed work that has not only made me personally jealous but has consistently pushed brands to show up in memorable and innovative ways,” said Josh Paialii, head of creative at The Many. “One look at his body of work and you will see his passion for storytelling and craft has raised the bar for entire categories, driving participation with many brands’ most loyal fans. Beyond being a world-class creative director and maker, Wassom is a proven team player and strategic thought leader. He’ll be a great addition to the leadership team at The Many working across all accounts. His role will be immediately felt as he guides and supports each of the creative leads in the department.”
A 20-year creative with agency, brand, and freelance experience, Wassom has forged a creative approach which focuses on crafting engaging connections rather than simply make ads. He sees the need for advertising to mean more, not simply do more.
The Many believes that true business growth is made possible by harnessing the power of participation and partners with brands to forge deeper connections with consumers, cultivate trust and loyalty, and maximize marketing spend and execution. The agency is built around a flexible model that offers a suite of capabilities, including... Read More