Who We Are

STIR is a nimble team of highly experienced industry veterans who are Brand Turnaround Specialists. We approach every challenge with a holistic brand vision and applied integration and management skills. We have amassed a long list of success stories, changing the fortunes of companies large and small.

Our Leadership Team

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THINKS
Life is short.
SAYS
Live it to the fullest.
DOES
Go for it.

Brian’s Speaker Profile

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Brian Bennett

President

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THINKS
Relationships are everything.
SAYS
People should listen first, speak second.
DOES
Read constantly, learn something new every day.

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Christel Henke

V.P., EARNED MEDIA

THINKS
Integrity matters.
SAYS
Authenticity is perfect’s cooler, laid-back cousin.
DOES
Laugh loudly and often

Margot Espinoza

Account Supervisor

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THINKS
Ceaselessly.
SAYS
Fail to prepare… you know the rest.
DOES
Anything for love. But not that.

Neil Fraser

Digital Director

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THINKS
What can we do to make this even more interesting?
SAYS
Creativity and authenticity are only the beginning.
DOES
Inspire. Create. Share.

Scott Lawson

Creative Director

Under the leadership of Brian Bennett, a true market strategist, STIR presented head-and-shoulders above the competition. And, their work creative was phenomenal. Their team is great at creating on their own but they’re also great at collaborating with in-house talent. STIR has my highest recommendation.

Laurie Lambach, UNISON
who we are

Our brand experience by category

Retail

  • Cousins Subs
  • Pick ‘n Save
  • AT&T
  • Milwaukee Bucks
  • Uline
  • National Business Furniture
  • Premier Vision

Food Beverage

  • Odyssey Feta & Greek Yogurt
  • Miller Brewing Company
  • Jim Beam Brands
  • Ralston Purina
  • Conagra Brands
  • Sargento Foods
  • Anheuser-Busch
  • Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin
  • Tetra Pak, USA

Financial

  • Bank Mutual
  • Rural Mutual Insurance
  • Valuation Research Corporation
  • Catholic Financial Life
  • North Shore Bank
  • Associated Bank
  • U.S. Bancorp Fund Services
  • Farm Bureau Insurance Company of Idaho
  • State Bank of Cross Plains
  • Wisconsin Bankers Association

Manufacturing

  • ABB Group
  • Johnson Controls
  • Master Lock
  • Quad Graphics
  • We Energies
  • Generac Power Systems
  • Pacific Cycle
  • Kimberly – Clark
  • Johnson Wax
  • Central Garden and Pet
  • Novaspect

Healthcare and Medical Products

  • Philips Imaging
  • GE Healthcare
  • Flight for Life
  • Versiti, Inc.
  • Elekta Oncology
  • American Cancer Society Wisconsin
  • SSM Healthcare
  • St. Joseph’s / Candler Healthcare
  • InControl Medical, LLC
  • Dohmen Life Science Services
  • Dr. Comfort Shoes
  • Teletracking

Hospitality

  • VISIT Milwaukee
  • Meet Chicago Northwest
  • Wisconsin State Fair
  • Sonora Mexico tourism
  • Adelman Travel Systems, inc.
  • Visit Savannah

How We Think

Build a Marketing Machine to Produce Growth and Profit

Look around. Machines are everywhere. Nowhere is this truer than in marketing. When designed and operated properly, machines produce more and make more money. Learn how to engineer your own humming marketing machine.

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Brian Bennett
Aug 8

How to Amplify Your Brand Voice in an Already Noisy World

In order for your brand to successfully stand out, it needs to have a unique voice that reflects your company’s values. Learn why establishing a strong and recognizable brand voice matters.

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STIR Staff
Mar 18

2023 Social Media Image Size Guide

Social media platforms are constantly evolving, with new players entering the arena at a faster pace than ever and current networks revamping their interfaces. With videos, graphics, Reels, and everything in-between, brands essentially have unlimited possibilities when it comes to telling their unique stories. Now, more than ever, consumers expect polished content from brands on […]

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STIR Staff
Jan 3