Grady Britton

LOVE GETS REAL: New logo and tagline work for Oregon Wild captures their mission to keep our state’s beloved wild places safe. Much of the wilderness, wildlife, and waters we assume are protected are actually continually under threat (logging, mining, development, etc.) Oregon Wild goes where nature can’t: relentlessly working to create lasting legal, political, and cultural solutions to protect the wild. Oregon has called; it’s in us to answer. 🌲🐻🦅🌱

Black bear photo taken in the Oregon Coast Range by Oregon Wild member David Herasimtschuk.

Moccamaster iconic machine needs no introduction. But a special, limited edition Diamond finish to celebrate 60 YEARS(!) of coffee brewing and design perfection? Bring on the va-va-voom. This spring’s launch of the Moccamaster 60th Anniversary Diamond Edition features a sassy & sparkly identity package, with social posts, emails and landing page design, plus tradeshow booth and video design (🙌) at IHA’s Inspired Home Show and SCA’s Specialty Coffee Expo in Chicago. And before you ask: real diamonds? We’ll never tell…💎

Is Market of Choice looking especially fresh this Spring or what? Have a look at the fun, new (and very Oregon, we might add) brand refresh rolling out as you read. We are so proud to see this independent, Oregon-owned store owning the space it’s meant for: raising up the local, family-run makers, growers, ranchers, dreamers and do’ers our state is so chock full of. Definitely a labor of love for us. Keep an eye out — though hopefully it will be hard to miss ;-)

Big shoutout to Rose Haven for having Grady Britton out to support your amazing mission. You're doing important work and we're proud to be a part of it.

Bob, you created a business that led with heart and made everyone better for it. For your partnership, leadership, and friendship – thank you from all of us.

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“It’s so obvious… that it’s not. How to run a business, that is. First, make something you love. That way, it’s hardly work at all.

Then make it as well as humanly possible. Pour your soul into it. Your back too.

Focus on the Thing, not the money. That’ll generally take care of itself. Do it honestly. With integrity. Tell the truth, no mumbo jumbo. Don’t get greedy, don’t cut corners.

Smile whenever possible.

Treat people with respect. Your suppliers. Your employees. Your partners. Most of all, the people that buy that Thing.

Charge a fair price. Just what you need to keep things going. Then, keep things going. Even when you could cash out.

Why? Because way back at the start, there’s another obvious thing that even geniuses forget. That Thing you make, that Thing you love-- it should be a good thing in some way.

After all, isn’t that the point? Isn’t that why we’re here?

To help one another. To add something. Make folks a little happier, a little healthier for doing what you do.

And here’s one last obvious thing — if all goes right, you turn down all the deep pocket suitors. And just give the operation — the whole sh’bang — to your employees instead.

Okay, maybe that last part isn’t obvious. To anybody but Bob. Bob’s Red Mill.”

Grady Britton is proud to support Community Warehouse by sponsoring one of their pick-up and delivery trucks! When you see this truck on the road, know that it's delivering donated beds, pots and pans, furniture and critical household goods to neighbors in need. Go to www.communitywarehouse.org and check out how you can help.

Recessions and economic downturns underscore that brand purpose matters a lot. Grady Britton Director of Strategy, Lizzie Hanner, shares her POV on ‘Keeping Brand Purpose Powerful in Economic Uncertainty’ https://bit.ly/44slcni

Thank you to every Portland nonprofit that took time to apply to our 2023 grants! We’re so excited to share that we've chosen our winners: Stone Soup PDX for the marketing grant and Rose Haven for the volunteer grant! Stone Soup provides workforce development and culinary training to individuals at risk of homelessness in the Portland area. We'll be giving them $25k of in-kind marketing services and working together over the next year. Rose Haven’s mission is to break the homelessness cycle for women, children, and gender-diverse individuals, right here in Portland. We'll be providing them with 150 volunteer hours to help sort and provide supplies throughout the year. While we are thrilled to partner with these two local non-profits, we also want to take a moment to honor every single applicant. Your commitment to making a difference is awe-inspiring, and your applications were incredibly impressive.

🌟 Exciting news from San Antonio 🌟

Our client The Historic Pearl is among the nominees for the 2023 USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. Nominated for "Best Farmers Market" and “Best Food Hall”, Pearl is a top destination shining a national spotlight on San Antonio. Votes will be tallied daily through July 3. Visit the following link to cast your votes today! https://bit.ly/3NbeQ5F

Happy “Hug Your Cat Day” from our GB Cat-parents! 🐾

Today is the purr-fect day to show some extra love and affection to our adorable feline friends. Cats bring joy to our lives whether they’re playful, cuddly, or a little sassy. Join our Griff team with special photos of you and your cats below!

Grady Britton had a great time volunteering this past Saturday celebrating Earth Day with , where our Griffs were spotted mulching native Oregon plant species at Wilkes Park. What a great turnout to help our local environment. How did you celebrate Earth Day this year? Share in the comments below or to check out upcoming volunteer events, click the link here: https://bit.ly/44aZqoy

Although is coming to a close, the impact continues with the return of the GB Grant program! Local nonprofit organizations are invited to apply for $25,000 in-kind marketing and branding expertise, and/or 150 volunteer hours, provided by our Griffs. https://www.gradybritton.com/grant

We're thrilled to announce Grady Britton is now accepting applications for our 12th Annual Grant Program! Portland nonprofit organizations are invited to apply for our $25,000 in-kind marketing and branding expertise, and/or 150 volunteer hours, provided by our amazing Griffs. To apply or for more information, go to https://bit.ly/3zhLHhq. Applications are due May 3rd at 6 p.m. PST - APPLY NOW!

Our Griff’s favorite time of year… Grady Britton’s 12th Annual Grant Program is set to open next Wednesday, March 29! We’re excited to roll out this program for deserving non-profit organizations which offers $25,000 in-kind marketing and branding expertise and/or 150 volunteer hours. Click the link to learn more about the program and past grantees: https://www.gradybritton.com/grant

Thank you GD USA Magazine for highlighting GB Creative Director & Partner Andy Askren. Andy shares his thoughts on purpose-driven marketing and how brands are setting new standards for measuring impact. "This is work that cannot be faked, but it can certainly be felt. Let’s call it “work with lasting worth.” https://gdusa.com/blog/purpose-driven-brands

Thank you, Mac's List, for highlighting our amazing PR Director, Jen Scott! We always want to attract awesome people who align with our mission and values at heart. Learn more about her journey here:

Focusing in on What Matters Most to You: Jen Scott's Job Search Success Story In this job search success story, Jen Scott, PR Director at Grady Britton, shares how she focused on working for a mission-driven company.

Grady Britton is proud to partner with The Historic Pearl as its Public Relations AOR, promoting the premier destination’s purpose-driven impact in San Antonio and beyond. Help us welcome Pearl to the GB family of clients! Read more here: https://www.gradybritton.com/blog/grady-britton-named-public-relations-aor-for-san-antonio-s-historic-pearl

Thank you San Antonio Business Journal for featuring San Antonio’s Historic Pearl partnership with Grady Britton. As their new PR AOR, GB looks forward to highlighting the purpose and impact of Pearl. Onward!

Photo Credit: Nick Simonite

We’re so honored to partner with Rose Haven, whose mission is to break the homelessness cycle for women, children, and gender-diverse individuals, right here in Portland. "They provide indoor hospitality to the community as a day shelter, including services such as nutritious meals, emergency clothing & supplies, showers & restrooms, a boutique style free clothing shop, laundry services, technology support, wellness activities, first-aid care, resource referrals, and much more!"

We're encouraging our Griffs to contribute to our onsite donation drive right now during Poverty Awareness Month (and beyond) but want to open the invitation for everyone outside of GB to please donate, volunteer, or be a part of the conversation to take action and help combat the inequities of poverty. Visit the link below to learn more about what you can do to help Rose Haven’s mission. https://rosehaven.org/helping/

It’s time you met one of the original Griffins of we Griffins. An OG of the Gs: Kelly Burns. After 25(!!) years of tireless devotion to her clients and we lucky ones here at GB she is leaving our agency nest. Thank you Kelly – 25 years of thank you’s – and all the best to many more! Love from all your G’s.

Brands: Knowing your "why" is just the first step. GB's Creative Director and Partner, Andy Askren challenges purpose-driven brands to measure the business impact of living their values and how they contribute to the bottom line. Read more on our blog and let us know what you think in the comments!

Our friends at Guide Dogs for the Blind are hosting their annual Holiday Celebration this Sunday, Dec. 4th. The virtual event celebrates Guide Dogs for the Blind’s 80th anniversary with inspiring stories, special guests, fun and interactive opportunities to support its life-changing mission, and lots of puppies! Visit the link below to register for the livestream.

Virtual Holiday Celebration We are more than an industry-leading guide dog school; we are a passionate community that serves the visually impaired.

On this Veterans Day we honor our Griffin employees, family, and friends who have served our country. We’re proud to know you and admire your faithful duty and service. Thank you, and all of our country's veterans! .

Legends have to start somewhere. Thanks for the inspiration every day. Dan Wieden 1945-2022

This summer we’ve had the pleasure of working with our Marketing Intern, Mario Pronnarongvat, who comes to us from the University of Oregon where he will be a senior this fall. Mario is a part of the Emerging Leaders PDX Program, which matches underrepresented college students and recent graduates with paid internships at top companies throughout Portland. "My internship experience at Grady Britton has been tremendous! People here are so kind and helpful, and the agency has very clear mission and values."

Previous Grady Britton grant award-winner, Friends of the Columbia Gorge, created a 12-minute short film that follows a group of activists fighting an illegal gravel mine near the Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge. Tune into the virtual premiere of "When the Hard Work Begins" tomorrow (August 3) at 12:00pm (PST) at youtube.com/FriendsOfTheColumbiaGorge

Photo Credit: The Zimmerly property (in the foreground) in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. (Image by Brady Holden)

New on the GB blog, Creative Director and Partner Andy Askren gives his perspective on how mission-driven brands can authentically participate in cultural holidays like Juneteenth and Pride. Read more https://bit.ly/3IiicQ3