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Toronto, ON – TheNewswire - October 10, 2023 - Evolve Agency Group (www.evolve.ca ) is proud to announce the acquisition of The Jack Russell Agency (www.jackrussellagency.com ) a renowned creative agency. Don Saynor, Founder of Jack Russell will join Evolve’s Executive Team and, effective immediately, assume the role of Chief Creative Officer at Evolve. He’s known for a career developing effective campaigns for large domestic and international clients. Don’s work has been recognized by Marketing, ADCC, Cannes Lions, One Show, and Communication Arts. In his 25+ years he’s been a part of the production of over 800 TV and radio ads. In 2020 he also became a Professor at Seneca College in Toronto.
“We felt Jack Russell has a shared commitment to creativity, innovation, and client-centric solutions, and this partnership will deliver even greater value to our clients. Don brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, especially in the development of creative solutions that build business.” says Ira Baptiste, President of Evolve Agency Group.
The Evolve Agency Group was formed in 2021 through the merger of two agencies; Brandfire and OKD. Since that time, they have continued to grow both organically and through acquisition. The addition of Jack Russel represents a significant milestone for Evolve Agency Group as part of the evolving breadth and depth of skills and experience. Evolve Agency Group has been named one of Canada’s Top Growing Companies (2021, 2022 and 2023), and certified as a Great Place To Work®.
Don Saynor, Founder of The Jack Russell Agency, comments, “The Evolve team has a track record of successfully bringing in complementary agencies, and I’m thrilled to be joining and leading Creative. Jack Russell’s clients will continue to be serviced in the way they are used to, but now will have access to significant bench strength and an expanded suite of services that we didn’t have the ability to offer before.”
“Baptiste and Saynor will be a formidable team” said Rob Levy, CEO of Evolve Agency Group. “They both have experience at large multi-nationals and small independents. Together, I think they will make some serious waves in the industry.”
About Evolve Agency Group:
The Evolve Agency Group is an independent, performance creative and media agency based in the Greater Toronto Area, with offices in Burlington and Markham. Evolve was created by merging like-minded agencies with complimentary skillsets into one company that creates innovative work and delivers exceptional results. We have grown to more than 90 talented professionals who are passionate about delivering thoughtful, deliberate solutions for our clients. We have expertise in many diverse industries, and our work is seen across Canada and the United States. Since our start in 1981, we have evolved into a $30mm company with continued plans for growth.
About The Jack Russel Agency:
Founded in 2016, The Jack Russel Agency is a dynamic and innovative creative agency that uses creativity and ideas to build business. Designed as an alternative to bureaucratic agencies, Jack Russel prides itself on the characteristics of its namesake: Tenacious, nimble, quick, and gets the job done well. Led by Don Saynor, The Jack Russel Agency combines creativity, strategic thinking, and a culture that values balance & experience. The agency's portfolio spans a diverse range of categories including Food & Beverage, CPG, Alcohol, Cannabis, Professional Services, Agriculture and Not-for-profit.
For more information, please contact:
Brent Clifford, CBO
905.632.8850 x 298
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