We give our clients more of what they want and less of what they don’t. And that’s one more reason why we call it The Distillery Project.
Kim joined The Distillery Project from Leo Burnett, where she started her career as a Client Service Associate. Kim quickly rose through the ranks, eventually becoming Director of Operations where she managed the day-to-day functioning of the entire Kellogg’s portfolio across the US..
Before joining The Distillery Project, Ben served as Chief Marketing Officer for Ogilvy & Mather and Chief Strategy Officer for Leo Burnett. And earlier at Wieden + Kennedy, he ran the global account of a teeny, little gym shoe company called Nike. His insightful understanding of both human behavior and the business of marketing has led to helping create inspiring conversations for clients as diverse as Miller, Kimberly-Clark, Prudential, United Airlines, GM, Nike, P&G, Amazon, American Family Insurance, Medtronic and Sports Illustrated..
Nik is also a Leo Burnett alumni, but his natural curiosity led him to a variety of agencies of all shapes and sizes—Google Creative Lab, Wieden+Kennedy, Sid Lee, Johannes Leonardo, Y&R NY and The Martin Agency—and to work with an equally diverse set of brands. Nik’s experience in both traditional and interactive production provides our clients with a truly integrated perspective on how to bring work to life. It’s even earned him a nomination for Agency Producer of the Year by Boards Magazine..
Before founding The Distillery Project, John served as Chief Creative Officer of Leo Burnett and oversaw the largest creative department in America. During his tenure, John led Burnett to higher standings in the creative rankings than ever before, while simultaneously winning more awards for advertising effectiveness than any other agency. Since founding The Distillery Project in 2012, this particular brand of creativity has earned Small Agency of the Year recognition from AdAge in 2012, 2014, 2017 and 2023..
Cathie is also a Leo Burnett alum, where she worked closely with Donald Gunn to establish the original Great Commercials Library. In her role as Director of Community Partnerships and Giving at TDP, Cathie seeks out opportunities for us to make a meaningful contribution to the community by partnering with organizations that help feed the hungry, care for the homeless, support education and bring comfort to our neighbors in need..