the plus papers
Innovative thinking and dedication are a part of the plus we bring to every project. In this section, you'll see some of the recent ideas, inspirations, and thinking. We also share some of our background, expertise and musings on our careers, why we love our jobs and the excitement that we bring to every work day.
Welcome to Stephens+
Today we are introducing a new name, a new structure, and a new chapter for the agency known as Stephens Direct for nearly a half century.
interviews and thoughts
We sat our principals down and asked all sorts of business (and personal!) questions. See what they have to say.
Phil
Trust, consistency, and shared values are key to strong relationships and businesses. Hear Phil our President & CEO share how our size and commitment to those relationships makes Stephens+ an incredible partner.
Jen
Our EVP & COO, Jen shares her thoughts on the importance of a brand being relevant, meeting consumers where they are, and using personalization and fun to connect.
Rory
CMO Rory speaks to patterns and connections and how AI, the topic on everyone’s minds, is a useful tool and an aggregator of knowledge. The human factor is critical to how we at Stephens+ leverage that tool.
articles and opinions
Our team has been busy sharing everything from recipes to fun to insights into agency business. Check it out.
5 Keys for Impactful Environmental Design
Every space tells a story. A space that is designed thoughtfully, with consideration given to even the smallest details, speaks volumes.
Bring it all together with Figma
Much of today’s workforce is working remotely (at a quicker pace than ever before). In this environment, real-time collaboration is a must.
ADA Compliance: It’s the law, but that’s not why we do it.
The Americans with Disabilities Act guarantees people with disabilities equal access to public spaces, including virtual and visual ones.
Marketing in the Era of Microtrends
Y2K, Old Money, Gorpcore — just a few microtrends that captured consumer attention recently. If they don't sound familiar, don't worry.
Leveraging the Value of Performance Max
When one of our Fortune 500 clients recently kicked off an awareness campaign, they turned to us to create their asset groups.
The fourth “R” your marketing is missing
Around Earth Day, we consider ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle. In marketing, there’s a fourth “R” worth paying attention to: repurposing.