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Fresh faces in new places

We’ve heard of a few new hires and additions recently. Here are some we’ve come across:

Jodi Sali, Senior Copywriter & Director of Production, DaviesMoore

Jodi joins DaviesMoore after a 20+ year career in radio that included on-air, engineering and production roles. Most recently, he was Director of Production Awesomeness at Town Square Media.

Kristin Fitzpatrick, Digital Account Coordinator, DaviesMoore

Another recent DaviesMoore addition, Kristin received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Humboldt State University, and was previously with Conservation Voters For Idaho (CVI) as a Membership, Events, and Communication Coordinator.

Tyler Schnur, Engagement Specialist, Drake Cooper

As Engagement Specialist, Tyler interacts within the digital realm and creative spaces at Drake Cooper. He was previously a Communications intern in the United States Senate for Senator Mike Crapo, and graduated from Boise State University with a BA in Communications-Public Relations.

Nichole Santa Maria, Digital Sales Manager, KTVB News Group

Nichole was recently appointed digital sales manager with KTVB News Group. She was previously senior digital account executive and KTFT digital sales manager. Nichole is a graduate of Gonzaga University with a master’s in communication and leadership.

Nichole also replaces occasional IAA contributor Don Day, who announced that he was leaving KTVB after 17 years with the organization.

Who else have we missed?

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In case you hadn’t heard…

…Andrew Piron joined Drake Cooper as Chief Operating Officer about two months ago.

Prior to joining Drake, Piron spent the past seven years at Balihoo, most recently serving as President. Before Balihoo, he held a variety of positions with Venga Ventures, Roost, MeeVee and more.

You can read more about Andrew and his background on Drake Cooper’s blog post announcing the addition.

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From the “Things we’ve neglected to write about” file

A couple of old news items, but for those tho may have missed it…

Idaho Lottery awards new contracts

Last November, Mitchell+Palmer and CLM were awarded marketing services contracts from the Idaho Lottery. Mitchell+Palmer now handles creative services for the Lottery, while CLM added strategic planning services for the Lottery, in addition to the media planning and buying services, which they’ve handled since January 2013.

A full release from the Idaho Lottery is available here.

The Drake Cooper has been sold

Not the agency, the building.

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‘Round the new hire horn — Part 2

A few weeks ago we wrote up some of the recent new hire news we’ve heard about. And of course, there were a few that we missed. So without further ado, here’s Part 2:

Drake Cooper has added a number of new faces to their staff, including:

Nicole Coleman – Digital Producer

Maria Walker – Marketing Analyst

Dustin Fuller – Media Buyer

Katie Reid – Curator of Culture & Talent

Lisa Hawkes – Producer

Cody Evans – Interactive Designer

Dannielle Nicholson – Art Director

Ella Koonce – Junior Creator

Jess Carter – Brand Manager

Mattie Stanford – Project Manager

Molly Gil – Manager, Digital Engagement

Shannon Little – Interactive Developer

Mitchell + Palmer

We neglected to include Tyler LaDouceur in our earlier update, who joined Mitchell + Palmer last fall, after a brief stint with Oliver Russell. Tyler joined Mitchell + Palmer as Account/Media Director.

CLM Marketing & Advertising

We’ve heard rumors, but have not yet received confirmation, that Brooke Smith left DaviesMoore recently to join CLM Marketing & Advertising. Given that CLM was looking for a Senior Media Planner / Buyer earlier this year, that seems within the realm of possibility.

Who else have we missed?

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Drake Cooper makes Outside Magazine’s Best Places to Work list…again

For those who may not have yet heard, Boise’s Drake Cooper has landed on Outside Magazine’s Best Places to Work list for the fourth straight year, coming in at #2 for 2015.

Jamie Cooper, CEO at Drake Cooper, wrote up his thoughts on the recognition here.

Congratulations to everyone.