Brand Led.
Demand Driven.
Impact Obsessed.®
We’re a multifaceted group with a blend of skills, passions, and tech expertise—your own superhero squad for marketing, but without the costumes. All of us are on a mission to make an impact, for our clients, our employees and our industry. To do that, we’ve created an environment that champions diverse voices. We’re also proud to have built the largest woman-owned, WBENC-certified agency in the country. Come with us on the journey to sustainable growth. And make a real impact on your business along the way.
Meet our leadership team
Carl Fremont
CEO
I have always been a hands-on leader influencing the industry direction for brand safety, transparency, accountability, and diversity. My proudest moments are inspiring and leading companies and people to the future from past lessons I learned.
Carl Fremont
CEO
I have always been a hands-on leader influencing the industry direction for brand safety, transparency, accountability, and diversity. My proudest moments are inspiring and leading companies and people to the future from past lessons I learned.
Kathryn Browne
CFO
I am proud to be a part of a diverse, WBENC-certified company that is dedicated to excellent corporate stewardship, transparency, and accountability.
Kathryn Browne
CFO
I am proud to be a part of a diverse, WBENC-certified company that is dedicated to excellent corporate stewardship, transparency, and accountability.
Dalton Mangin
CRO
My passion is for developing comprehensive approaches to driving revenue. The clients I have worked with over the years see me as a partner that is vested and passionate, which aligns well with Quigley-Simpson’s impact obsession.
Dalton Mangin
CRO
My passion is for developing comprehensive approaches to driving revenue. The clients I have worked with over the years see me as a partner that is vested and passionate, which aligns well with Quigley-Simpson’s impact obsession.
Alissa Stakgold
President, Strategy & Creative Services
I’ve got a knack for turning business goals into actionable, strategic plans, making sure that every piece of work doesn't just hit the mark—it nails it. For me, it’s all about quality. Great work starts with real, spark-your-imagination insights that get people moving.
Alissa Stakgold
President, Strategy & Creative Services
I’ve got a knack for turning business goals into actionable, strategic plans, making sure that every piece of work doesn't just hit the mark—it nails it. For me, it’s all about quality. Great work starts with real, spark-your-imagination insights that get people moving.
Jeff Ratner
President, Media & Analytics
“How do I do it better?” Those are the words echoing in my head when I log in each morning. I am constantly thinking about how we can use new tools, more nimble and empowered talent, and my media and marketing experience to create business growth for our clients.
Jeff Ratner
President, Media & Analytics
“How do I do it better?” Those are the words echoing in my head when I log in each morning. I am constantly thinking about how we can use new tools, more nimble and empowered talent, and my media and marketing experience to create business growth for our clients.
Nicole Ellingson
EVP, Executive Creative Director
I live and breathe creativity and strategic problem-solving—I thrive on it! I love uncovering insights that lead to work that works hard. My background in design and storytelling ensures our work is inspiring and beautiful, too.
Nicole Ellingson
EVP, Executive Creative Director
I live and breathe creativity and strategic problem-solving—I thrive on it! I love uncovering insights that lead to work that works hard. My background in design and storytelling ensures our work is inspiring and beautiful, too.
Kelly P. Green
EVP, Account Service & Marketing
I enjoy looking at business through my clients’ eyes, while at the same time bringing them fresh and effective solutions that allow them to grow. As an agency, we’re connected to our clients’ businesses, but are also free to look at things from a different perspective.
Kelly P. Green
EVP, Account Service & Marketing
I enjoy looking at business through my clients’ eyes, while at the same time bringing them fresh and effective solutions that allow them to grow. As an agency, we’re connected to our clients’ businesses, but are also free to look at things from a different perspective.
Eric Koehler
EVP, Research & Strategy
In the pursuit of learning more about what motivates audiences, I love uncovering new information and seeing the previously unseen. People continue to always surprise marketers—and finding new insights to leverage to engage them is a never-ending opportunity.
Eric Koehler
EVP, Research & Strategy
In the pursuit of learning more about what motivates audiences, I love uncovering new information and seeing the previously unseen. People continue to always surprise marketers—and finding new insights to leverage to engage them is a never-ending opportunity.
Sie Ung
SVP, Media Investment
I am constantly looking at how we can approach media differently because it’s not “one-size-fits-all”. Business goals drive success, and I look to foster that growth in the media we execute and the relationships we build with all our partners.
Sie Ung
SVP, Media Investment
I am constantly looking at how we can approach media differently because it’s not “one-size-fits-all”. Business goals drive success, and I look to foster that growth in the media we execute and the relationships we build with all our partners.
Michele Boersma
SVP, Talent & Culture
I have a genuine love for motivating, teaching, and supporting others and I am a dedicated leader focused on helping everyone perform at their peak and achieve outstanding results. I am committed to making dreams a reality and inspiring others to reach their full potential.
Michele Boersma
SVP, Talent & Culture
I have a genuine love for motivating, teaching, and supporting others and I am a dedicated leader focused on helping everyone perform at their peak and achieve outstanding results. I am committed to making dreams a reality and inspiring others to reach their full potential.
Andrew Hiscocks
SVP, Finance
I find enjoyment in the exactness of numbers, aligning each calculation like the pieces of puzzle. I am constantly thinking about how to optimize financial performance and implement effective risk management strategies to ensure organizational success.
Andrew Hiscocks
SVP, Finance
I find enjoyment in the exactness of numbers, aligning each calculation like the pieces of puzzle. I am constantly thinking about how to optimize financial performance and implement effective risk management strategies to ensure organizational success.
Ashley Smith
SVP, Strategy & Planning
As a seasoned professional in media, marketing, and communications, I specialize in crafting strategic cross-channel plans. My priority is driving measurable results, boosting brand visibility, and increasing sales through integrated cross-channel campaigns.
Ashley Smith
SVP, Strategy & Planning
As a seasoned professional in media, marketing, and communications, I specialize in crafting strategic cross-channel plans. My priority is driving measurable results, boosting brand visibility, and increasing sales through integrated cross-channel campaigns.
Jared Vail
SVP, Data & Analytics
I help drive the analytics practice across Quigley Simpson. I have worked in the advertising and technology space for the last 13 years on major brands. I am most proud of having the opportunity to develop and build future leaders in the analytics space.
Jared Vail
SVP, Data & Analytics
I help drive the analytics practice across Quigley Simpson. I have worked in the advertising and technology space for the last 13 years on major brands. I am most proud of having the opportunity to develop and build future leaders in the analytics space.
Katrina Moore-Weiss
VP, Strategy & Planning
I bring my multi-faceted experience from media and integrated agencies, brand-side and small business ownership to achieve strong results and continued learnings. Strategy is always on the forefront. I am most proud of my entrepreneurial spirit and carry it with me daily.
Katrina Moore-Weiss
VP, Strategy & Planning
I bring my multi-faceted experience from media and integrated agencies, brand-side and small business ownership to achieve strong results and continued learnings. Strategy is always on the forefront. I am most proud of my entrepreneurial spirit and carry it with me daily.
Jerry Sommerville
VP, Activation
As the activation team, we take your business objectives and translate them into fitting audiences, creative, levers, and algorithms across platforms. As the head of activation, I have the daily privilege of seeing your goals realized through the work of savvy platform experts.
Jerry Sommerville
VP, Activation
As the activation team, we take your business objectives and translate them into fitting audiences, creative, levers, and algorithms across platforms. As the head of activation, I have the daily privilege of seeing your goals realized through the work of savvy platform experts.
Carol Jenss
VP, Strategy & Planning
I treat my client’s businesses as if they were my own and I look to continually find ways to improve performance and drive results. Equally important to me is nurturing relationships and being a true partner.
Carol Jenss
VP, Strategy & Planning
I treat my client’s businesses as if they were my own and I look to continually find ways to improve performance and drive results. Equally important to me is nurturing relationships and being a true partner.
Stephanie Gay
VP, Strategy & Planning
I am passionate about paid media and brand strategy at the intersection of performance and creativity, helping brands get more from their media investment by not only maximizing current demand but also developing it through smart media strategies that amplify creativity.
Stephanie Gay
VP, Strategy & Planning
I am passionate about paid media and brand strategy at the intersection of performance and creativity, helping brands get more from their media investment by not only maximizing current demand but also developing it through smart media strategies that amplify creativity.
Strategic Growth Advisors
Gina Carfagno
Strategic Advisor
I take pride in helping organizations navigate AI, data, and digital transformation in practical ways. Building strong teams and creating solutions that customers truly value has always been especially meaningful to me.
Gina Carfagno
Strategic Advisor
I take pride in helping organizations navigate AI, data, and digital transformation in practical ways. Building strong teams and creating solutions that customers truly value has always been especially meaningful to me.
Mark Toner
Strategic Advisor
Early in my career, I had the opportunity to work with the visionary co-founders of Quigley-Simpson, breaking new ground in marketing and transforming industry standards. Now, decades later, I’ve rejoined the agency to strategically identify clients ready to benefit from our proven brand leadership and demand-driven solutions to achieve breakthrough results.
Mark Toner
Strategic Advisor
Early in my career, I had the opportunity to work with the visionary co-founders of Quigley-Simpson, breaking new ground in marketing and transforming industry standards. Now, decades later, I’ve rejoined the agency to strategically identify clients ready to benefit from our proven brand leadership and demand-driven solutions to achieve breakthrough results.
Founders
Renee Hill Young
Co-Founder
We are proud to be the largest WBENC-certified, woman-owned agency in the country. Diversity has always been at our core, ensuring our agency and our work are reflective of the world we live in. This directly translates into greater success for our clients.
Renee Hill Young
Co-Founder
We are proud to be the largest WBENC-certified, woman-owned agency in the country. Diversity has always been at our core, ensuring our agency and our work are reflective of the world we live in. This directly translates into greater success for our clients.
Gerald Bagg
Co-Founder
Founded in 2002 at the dawn of the digital age, Quigley-Simpson emerged with a wealth of performance-based marketing skills. Our name harkened back to the "Mad Men" era, evoking a vintage brand with its own rich memories. Over time, Quigley-Simpson became synonymous with strategic partnerships, transforming from a small agency into a leading choice for major brands. Our legacy celebrates a distinguished past adapted for the modern era.
Gerald Bagg
Co-Founder
Founded in 2002 at the dawn of the digital age, Quigley-Simpson emerged with a wealth of performance-based marketing skills. Our name harkened back to the "Mad Men" era, evoking a vintage brand with its own rich memories. Over time, Quigley-Simpson became synonymous with strategic partnerships, transforming from a small agency into a leading choice for major brands. Our legacy celebrates a distinguished past adapted for the modern era.
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A positive and collaborative culture, from day one.
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