BRIGADE Named in Ad Age’s Best Places to Work 2026

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BRIGADE BRIGADE is an independent branding firm with 20 years of expertise creating distinctive identities and promotions. We merge design mastery with advertising strategy to help mass-market food, beverage, and wellness brands boost memorability and market share.

BRIGADE has been named in Ad Age’s Best Places to Work 2026 among companies with up to 150 employees. The prestigious annual ranking recognizes agencies across the marketing and advertising industry for outstanding workplace culture and employee experience.

Kirsten Modestow, Founder and Executive Creative Director at BRIGADE, comments:
“For nearly two decades, we’ve believed that when people feel supported, connected and inspired, the work simply gets better. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and showing up for one another — and that energy carries straight into the work we create for our clients. Being named an Ad Age Best Places to Work is a proud moment for our team and a meaningful marker for how we continue building BRIGADE into the future.”

The recognition reflects BRIGADE’s ongoing investment in its people, from mentorship and professional development to shared rituals, community involvement, and a collective commitment to lifting one another up.

“At BRIGADE, longevity isn’t just a statistic; it’s a reflection of our culture,” says Joe Marden, Group Creative Director. “Our people are the heart of the agency.”

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