Our story
Co-founders Rob and Stephanie worked side-by-side for several years before joining forces and starting BrandWell. Together, they have over 50 years of advertising experience.
We are a hardworking, friendly and dependable group of talented people. We take our work seriously, but ourselves not so much. We are confident but humble, and highly collaborative.
Stephanie Cotts
Stephanie’s story
Co-founder/Chief Strategy Officer
Stephanie is the kinetic energy behind BrandWell. She leads clients and internal teams with big ideas, a big heart and a passion for all we do. She’s a branding powerhouse and a champion problem-solver who puts a strategic filter on every stage of the ideation process.
Things I like:
Brainstorm sessions
End of a long run
Things I dislike:
Slow drivers in fast lanes
Anchovies
Rob Candor
Rob’s story
Co-founder/Chief Creative Officer
Rob is the heart and soul of BrandWell — our fearless leader in creative development and ideation. His reputation as an in-demand designer with an eye for all things aesthetic comes from decades of producing stellar work with a refreshingly collaborative approach.
Things I like:
Inspired craftsmanship in all mediums
Anchovies
Things I dislike:
Pretentious art
Network television
Katie Walker
Katie’s story
Senior Art Director
Katie is a great listener and a powerhouse in design that loves to communicate a story behind her work. Her lightning-fast production skills and can-do attitude stem from a confidence in her craft that is way beyond her years, and make her an essential part of the team. And when in doubt? Look in the mirror and strike a power pose!
Things I like:
My golden retrievers, Nash and Maisie
Lazy Sunday afternoons
Things I dislike:
Anything to do with avocados
Anyone with a negative attitude or unwillingness to learn
Haylie Schmoll
Haylie’s story
Account Manager
Haylie is BrandWell’s project management quarterback. Her dynamic communication, strategic thinking and attention to detail drive her top-notch client service. Haylie enjoys getting into the weeds of the work. She’s our go-to for special projects and events. Ready to tackle any challenge, Haylie thinks big and brings her can-do attitude (and smile) to everything she does. For Haylie, if it is possible—she is doing it!
Things I like:
Long strolls through IKEA
Volunteering with my therapy dog, Benji
Things I dislike:
Cheese
Rudeness
Kyle Heaton
Kyle’s story
Videographer
If there are lights, cameras and action, our videographer Kyle is there. Find him anywhere from the pitch perfect sound board at a large corporate meeting to high in the sky in the boom of a crane for an on-site construction video. Kyle has a knack for bringing business and personal stories to life.
Things I like:
Playing games with friends
Those cold sunny mornings that you know will warm up as the day goes on
Things I dislike:
The word “beverage”
That there isn’t one single power cable connection for all devices.
Gregg Henry
Gregg’s story
Web Development Strategist
Fun fact: the three G’s in Gregg’s name stand for “go, go GO!”. A skilled developer with a heart for user experience and an eye for design, he’s our BrandWell triple-threat. No matter your web request, Gregg is determined to come up with the most effective plan for your brand.
Things I like:
Golf
Collaborating with designers
Things I dislike:
Golf
Cilantro
Mark Subel
Mark’s story
Digital Media Strategist
We call Mark “Mr. Google Analytics” because he spots clients’ webtrends from a mile, then pinpoints the best ways to increase sales, site traffic and leads. Need a targeted SEO, PPC or social media campaign? Mark’s your man.
Things I like:
Riding bicycles
Friends & fire pits
Things I dislike:
Selfishness and disrespectfulness
Knick-knacks and clutter
Michelle Guffey
Michelle’s story
Copywriter, Brand Strategist
Michelle asks the questions, questions the answers and gets to know each brand’s uniqueness. She asks: “How can we innovate? Accelerate? Make this brand experience remarkable?” Messy doesn’t scare this uber-organized strategist.
Things I like:
Yoga
A smart strategy
Things I dislike:
Onions
The last show on a good binge
Denise Clark
Denise’s story
Public Relations Outreach Manager
Denise is our tenacious-yet-gracious, manager of media outreach and pitch work. When our clients have a story to tell, Denise gets it into the public’s eyes, ears and hearts.
Things I like:
Fiestaware
Gathering around a fire pit
Things I dislike:
Clutter
Ambiguity