HLK

HLK

Advertising Services

Saint Louis, MO 10,216 followers

We build brands that move people. St. Louis + Chicago.

About us

We build brands that refuse to sit still. Brands rooted in insights and strategy, powered by people, that are constantly in motion. Because it’s people — us, our clients and our customers — who shape a brand’s identity, amplify its triumphs and inspire its next move. So, we obsess over our people who are constantly listening to all the ways brands are being considered, challenged and celebrated. In an ever-changing landscape, we’re dedicated to growth and helping brands evolve – pushing boundaries and challenging conventions – in the midst of change and uncertainty. We’re building brands that move people.

Website
http://www.hlkagency.com
Industry
Advertising Services
Company size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Saint Louis, MO
Type
Privately Held
Founded
1977

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Employees at HLK

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    Why are we obsessed with movement? 🤸♂️ Our CCO, Shelby Georgis, shares how motion builds deeper connections, increases engagement and, ultimately, ensures a memorable brand experience. Read the full article with Transform magazine here: https://lnkd.in/gYnF3Na3

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    Prioritising motion when building brand identity 👉 https://bit.ly/4fQBrk0 Shelby Georgis, partner and CCO at HLK, explains why, in today’s screen-first world, motion is a vital element of brand identity. 🗣 "Motion is more than just eye-catching – it’s about building a deeper connection. It can make the brand experience more intuitive for the audience, and it is proven to make your brand identity more engaging and, ultimately, more memorable." #branding #brand #rebrand #design #strategy #transformmagazine

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    What happens when service goes beyond the field? 🌾 Through the Channeling Good campaign for Channel® brand and PHARM Dog USA, we explored that very question — and the result was life-changing. By helping to provide homes for dogs in need, we not only fostered companionship but also empowered farmers with disabilities, redefining what service means for communities. We’re honored to share that this campaign has been recognized with a Bronze Anthem Award in the Corporate Social Responsibility category, chosen from over 2,300 entries from 30+ countries. This honor reflects not just our dedication to creative storytelling but also the incredible impact we can achieve when brands and communities work together. Thank you to Channel, PHARM Dog USA and everyone involved for making this vision a reality. Together, we’re redefining what service looks like — in and beyond the field.

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    We’re thrilled to announce that HLK has been named the brand and media agency of record for Sentry, a leading mutual insurance company. "We both share a passion for building people-centric business brands and want to see compelling ideas and storytelling in the B2B space,” shared Emily Kircher, HLK chief marketing officer. “Our shared Midwest roots make this partnership even more special, and we’re excited to embody that spirit in our work together.” Our team will lead all brand strategy, creative development, and media planning and buying for the brand, culminating with a new brand campaign expected to launch in the next year. 🔗 Read the full press release on our website: https://lnkd.in/gBVWepCp

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    It’s official. 🎉 We’ve expanded! September 3 marked the opening of our second Midwest office in Chicago’s vibrant West Loop neighborhood. This expansion is a major step in our commitment to growth, positioning us to build even stronger connections with clients across the Midwest and beyond. Led by our co-chief creative officer, Shelby Georgis, this new space is designed to inspire collaboration and creativity, fueling our team as we continue to deliver innovative solutions for our clients. “Chicago has always been a cultural and business hub of the Midwest, making it the perfect location for HLK’s expansion,” shared Georgis. “With 15 HLKers already here, opening this office in the West Loop gives us a permanent space to deepen connections and foster creativity.” Read the full press release below to learn more! ⬇

    St. Louis Ad Agency Announces Opening of Second Midwest Office

    St. Louis Ad Agency Announces Opening of Second Midwest Office

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    It was a whirlwind few days in New York City with Transform magazine for the 2024 #TransformAwards North America and conference! At the #TransformConference, we learned from leading brands and industry experts from across the country and around the globe, including HLK Chief Marketing Officer Emily Kircher and Envu Head of Brand Strategy and Campaigns Bekah Mahan. Emily and Bekah gave an insightful presentation on how brand identity turned a divested business into a global category visionary. From positioning to naming to design and architecture, they covered all things brand development and emphasized how each played a critical role in launching the new Envu brand across 150 markets in 2022. We then proudly celebrated FIVE award wins for our brand partners, Channel Seed and &Partners! Award-winning categories included: 🥈 Best Brand Consolidation - Channel® Seed 🥈 Best Visual Identity From the Farming and Agriculture Sector - Channel® Seed 🥉 Best Naming Strategy (New Name) - &Partners 🥉 Best Visual Identity From the Financial Services Sector - &Partners 🥇 Highly Commended - Best Brand Evolution (Business) - Channel® Seed Congratulations to our Channel brand and &Partner teams who collaborated on these exceptional brand development efforts. Until next year! #B2BMarketing #BrandDevelopment #AgriMarketing #FinanceMarketing

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    HLK + B2B Marketing = Work that moves and WINS. We are proud to share that all three of our shortlisted campaigns received awards at this year's B2B Marketing Elevation Awards. Recognized for their strategic insights, audience impact and tangible results, these wins highlight our dedication to producing exceptional #B2B campaigns that drive results. And we're just getting started. Award-winning campaigns include: 🥇 Best Multi or Omnichannel Campaign: Rise to the Challenge Campaign for Channel® Brand 🥇 Best Use of Social Media Including Influencer Marketing: FieldFeast Campaign for Channel® Brand 🥈 Best Purpose-Led Marketing Programme (Silver): Share the Spark Campaign for Envu U.S. Range & Pasture Congratulations to our Channel brand and Envu Range & Pasture teams for their exceptional collaboration and commitment in bringing these campaigns to life. Stay tuned for more details on each campaign. #B2BMarketing #ElevationAwards #AgriMarketing

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    Happy two-year Envu-iversary to our rock star clients! Since supporting the Envu brand launch and development back in 2022, it has been an honor to be on this journey and grow with you. The milestones we've achieved together over these past two years are truly worth celebrating: 🌟 Produced award-winning campaigns 🌟 Launched a brand-new global website and inaugural sustainability report 🌟 Introduced new products and portfolios to market 🌟 Brought the Envu brand idea — Be a Force With Nature — to life 🌟 And so much more! Thank you for putting your trust in HLK, and cheers to continuing to push boundaries and creating work that moves in year three!

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    🎉 Today, Envu celebrates its 2nd anniversary! 🎉 Over the past year, we've gained invaluable insights and are more energized than ever to innovate and deliver impactful solutions for our customers.   In honor of this milestone, we’re thrilled to highlight some of our key achievements in the video below. We hope you’ll take a few moments to watch it and help us celebrate.   A very sincere thank you to all of our customers around the world for trusting our solutions to help you in your important missions. And, of course, a huge thank you as well to our passionate, dedicated employees for daring to explore every day to advance healthy environments for everyone everywhere.   With each birthday, we will grow our impact, our innovation portfolio, and our ability to balance the needs of society and nature. Together, we will be a force with nature. Thank you for being part of our journey!    #Envu #Anniversary #Sustainability #GreatPlaceToWork

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    Planning to be in the Big Apple on October 3? 🍎 Come hear HLK CMO Emily Kircher and Envu Head of Brand Strategy & Campaigns Bekah Mahan discuss the Envu brand campaign and naming strategy at Transform Live! Learn more about how this award-winning campaign brought a bigger vision to the industry than had ever been seen before and resonated across the globe to make the brand known. #TransformLive #TransformAwards #BrandStrategy #Envu 

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    Meet our speakers at Transform Live! 🗣️ ✨ Transform Live is coming to New York on October 3 and we have an absolutely stellar line-up coming to The Edison Ballroom in Times Square. We're thrilled to introduce the dynamic line-up of industry experts and some of the very best thought leaders shaping the future of brand transformation. Check out and swipe through our fabulous speakers below… 📍 Join us as we hear from brand design trailblazers who are shaping the path for the future of creativity and branding. So come along, listen and learn from their insights on October 3. We are offering a 30% discount on all tickets, whether you come with your team or by yourself, don't miss out and book your tickets now → https://bit.ly/3XitA6E For more details drop an email to Finley.chesson@cravenhillpublishing.com and he'll be able to help you out! #TransformLive #BrandStrategy #BrandDesign

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    It’s always bittersweet saying goodbye to our summer Launchpad interns — and this year was no exception. Our 2024 interns were the answer to those who asked, “Where are all the bright, young interns?” Diving into real client problems and developing comprehensive campaign pitches not once but TWICE during their quick six-week sessions, they brilliantly flexed their ability to effectively apply out-of-the-box thinking, work against a tight deadline and bring forward work that moves! To The Solar Six and The Galactic Group, we truly couldn’t be more impressed or proud of the hard work you brought forward over the past 12 weeks! We applaud the time you took out of your summers to invest in your professional growth and future careers. And of course, a special thank you to all of our HLK mentors who worked alongside these future advertising gurus to provide the most valuable experience possible. Wishing you ALL the absolute best in your upcoming semesters and future endeavors. We can’t wait to see where you land! 🧑🚀💫

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