About us

We are strategic marketers. Creative thinkers. Brand builders. Storytellers.

We have one goal: to help brands to become unforgettable. Since 1986, our core belief is that marketing is not about being seen, it’s about being remembered. To be remembered, you must evoke feelings.

Our approach is simple but not simplistic. First, we listen and learn. Then, we build creative strategies using a mix of integrated tools that are optimized to meet the challenge. Simple, but custom-tailored to each client’s needs.

We strive to be strategic partners who help build brands, and guide your marketing strategies and campaigns. We are invested and responsive to the marketplace and to you. We establish trust with clear communication and build connections with rich, resonant storytelling.

Our business partnerships typically span years or even decades, with individual client contacts reconnecting throughout their careers. That speaks to our honesty, integrity and talent.

The team that powers your success

Our people are our difference. Our team blends strategists, creatives, analysts and relationship-builders who believe marketing should impact people. Every client works with a dedicated account lead, but you will always have direct access to our full team. We are responsive, collaborative and focused on making it easy to work together.

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JENNIFER MANOCCHIO

Chief Executive Officer & President

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JIM SWEENEY

Chief Growth Officer & Founder

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KELLY ERICKSON

Chief Financial Officer

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RACHEL LOWE

Senior Account Director

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REBECCA WRENN

Senior Account Director

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JESSICA GALLAGHER

Senior Account Director

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VICTORIA KENDRICK

Senior Account Executive

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ERINN ROBINSON

Group Account Director

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TONY KELLERS

Chief Branding Officer

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KEITH HUMPHREY

Creative Director

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KATIE ERICKSON

Graphic Designer

Circle of experts

Our circle of experts expands our capabilities when needed, bringing specialized knowledge that helps us solve challenges and deliver the best outcome for your goals.

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Grow with us

We believe great work starts with great culture. At Sweeney, you will find a team that is collaborative, creative and committed to doing work that makes a difference. We invest in professional development, encourage new ideas from everyone and value work-life balance.

No one is smarter, more creative or works harder than our people. If you’re looking to challenge everything you know about the marketing industry, please shoot us an email with your resume. Whether we have an open position or not, we are eager to make connections with passionate professionals.

Our values drive your results

At Sweeney, culture is our compass. It guides our decisions, our relationships and the way we deliver meaningful work every day. These values guide the way we work and the results we deliver.

Unbound by geography

We are proud to serve clients globally. With roots in Cleveland and Wilmington, we collaborate with organizations around the world, adapting to your time zone, market and audience.

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Accolades that reflect our commitment

Over the years, our work has been honored with industry awards and recognition for creativity, effectiveness and strategy. More important than the trophies are what they represent: the impact we deliver for our clients.

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Dedicated to causes that matter

We believe in using our skills to make a difference. From pro bono projects to community partnerships, we are proud to support organizations and causes that create positive impact in our world. We also offer personalized opportunities for employees to support causes that are near and dear to them through paid volunteer hours.