DEARING GROUP - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Account Executive
- Owner
- President
Bio
After graduating from Purdue University in 1989, Bob joined the firm as an account executive and was instrumental in bringing aboard such clients as Purdue Athletics, Franciscan Health and the Purdue Research Foundation. In 1994, he was named Vice President and, in April 2004, purchased the firm. In 2011, he renamed the firm Dearing Group.
Bob's incisive understanding of client markets and branding approaches has inspired some of the firm's most successful campaigns and netted dozens of awards. He also leverages years of experience in advancing healthcare, higher education, financial and athletic marketing. But it's his ability to discern, interpret and align clients' goals into long-term strategies and successes that has made him a go-to brand consultant throughout the Midwest.
Bob's biggest supporters include his wife, Michelle, his daughter, Julia, and his son, Bobby.
Bio
Everyone has a story to tell. No, not every story will be a New York Time's Best Seller, but every story means something to someone. Team DG's Caleb Holzhausen finds his passion in story telling. He's a big fan of writing as an expression of, well, everything: emotion, faith, and the greater human experience.
Bio
A jack-of-all-trades in the fast-paced design industry, Collin fuses his love for art and technology as he oversees art direction within the creative department and collaborates on web and technology solutions. A graduate of Purdue University's Computer Graphics Technology program, Collin lives in Lafayette with his wife, Laurie, and daughters Saylor, Avery and Nora.
If the Internet assumed human form, it might look and act like Collin. When you have an unquenchable desire to understand how things work, it's natural to become a seemingly endless repository of information. And when Collin doesn't know about something, his mind churns with the right questions to ask. It always leads him to innovative, engaging design solutions for our clients that ultimately make perfect sense.
Job Titles:
- Graphic Designer / Web Specialist
Bio
In high school, Garrison spent his after-school hours taking design classes at a local community college. This passion for visual communication led him to Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois where he graduated with a bachelor's degree in Graphic Design and Interactive Media. Garrison is now continuing his love for effective and creative communication as a designer for Team DG.
Garrison is always working to create visuals that build up a unique, unified and recognizable presence: something crucial to the making of a great brand. You can often find him bouncing ideas off others to reach the strongest solution for clients, something he says he particularly enjoys. When he's not creating visuals, Garrison produces his own music, a pastime he uses to collaborate with other talented music-makers.
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As you walk into our office, the smile you see belongs to none other than Jill Blume. With her unique background as a development director, event planner and administrator, Jill keeps our office moving and is constantly improving our processes. Her organizational talents and gift of hospitality shine through for our clients, and she takes pretty darn good care of us, too.
Jill lives in West Lafayette with her husband, Donald; their sons, Maxwell and Eli; and their yellow Labrador, Bella. A golden-hued diva who does not play fetch.
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Meet Jordan Foster Childers, our adventurous, driven, and authentic Account Coordinator at team DG. With a unique background, graduating from Purdue with a Bachelor's in Sociology, she started her career as a Sales Manager at Angi, where she excelled and earned the Angi's Sales 2023 Presidents Club. Jordan's passion for building strong relationships and finding creative solutions makes her a natural fit for our team, and she's always looking at the bigger picture while making meaningful connections along the way.
As a Lafayette native, Jordan spends her free time reading (specifically the Harry Potter series), gardening & walking her three pups, Artemis, Theia, and Apollo. When she's not outdoors or curled up with a good book, she's indulging in her love for true crime by rewatching Criminal Minds or embracing a bit of chaos with Fight Club. And if you're up for a game night, just know she's got a competitive streak, especially when it comes to Battleship!
Job Titles:
- Senior Content Strategist
Bio
Laura graduated with a BS in Communications from Indiana Wesleyan. She served in the Air Force Reserves for a decade before diving into the marketing world. She loves the challenge of figuring out what drives an audience and how to connect with them through written communication and visuals. When she's not at work, you can find Laura at the baseball field, snuggling with her pups, chasing Maggie, and watching her daughter run cross country.
Laura lives in Lafayette with her husband, Cameron; their six children, Lorelei, Aiden, Liam, Hazelle, Cooper, and Maggie; and their pups, Mando and Murph.
Job Titles:
- Brand Strategist / Vice President
Bio
Merging his passion for creativity with a knack for problem-solving, Ross works closely with new and existing clients to help them leverage their brand's power - whether guiding them through brand development or arranging communication through strategic media placement.
In Ross, our clients have one of the best advocates for success they'll ever know. He's always inquiring about new solutions we can create for them to provide their next brand-focused achievement. Plus, he's a stickler for detail, immersing himself to learn the inner workings of our clients' goals and putting exacting efforts into uncovering the essence of their brands.
A Ball State advertising graduate, Ross lives in West Lafayette with his wife, Melissa, and daughters, Olive and Cathryn.
Job Titles:
- Graphic Designer / Intern Coordinator
Bio
Collaboration is key for Sara. After earning a degree in Visual Communication Design from Purdue University, she knew the perfect work environment would be a place where she could push boundaries and find the best possible design solutions, even if they are a little out-of-the-box. That's when she found Dearing Group.
Since joining our agency, Sara has brought her unique flair and dedicated work ethic to all things visual communication. She's often creating magazine spreads, brochures and billboards, bouncing ideas off other creatives and finding new ways to captivate audiences. Sara often reminds the rest of Team DG that there are no right answers in art and pushes everyone to be creative problem solvers.
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Creativity has always come naturally to Sydney. Growing up in a graphic design household-with a studio, endless craft supplies, and Adobe programs at her fingertips-it was only a matter of time before she followed in her mom's footsteps and found her own passion for visual design.
Now a Graphic Design Intern here at Dearing Group and a student at Purdue University, Sydney brings a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to every project she touches. Whether she's designing in the lab at Purdue or bouncing ideas around with Team DG, she's all in-eager to grow, learn and contribute to purposeful, polished work.
Job Titles:
- Production Coordinator
- Is Team DG 's Production Coordinator
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Virginia Myers is team DG's Production Coordinator, bringing her expertise from the production side of the printing and mailing industry. A proud alumna of DePauw University, Virginia is passionate about helping clients solve problems and meet their needs. Her dedication to excellence and keen attention to detail ensure that every project she handles is executed flawlessly, fostering strong client relationships and delivering outstanding results.
Outside of her professional life, Virginia has a zest for adventure and creativity with her husband Kevin. She enjoys the thrill of motorcycling, the immersive experience of reading, and the joy of playing handbells with her church. On any given weekend you may also find her spending quality time with her children and grandchildren! Her diverse interests and dynamic personality make her a well-rounded and engaging team member, contributing not just to the success of Dearing Group but also to the vibrant culture of the workplace.