The Martin Agency
Richmond, Virginia
About The Martin Agency
The Martin Agency is the rare creative powerhouse that built its reputation far from New York or Los Angeles. Founded in Richmond, Virginia in 1965, it helped reinvent insurance advertising with GEICO and has since produced a deep run of culturally resonant work, including its acclaimed DoorDash campaigns. Ad Age named it Agency of the Year in 2023, confirming its status as one of the most awarded agencies in the country. It operates within the IPG (now Omnicom) network while keeping a distinctly independent creative voice.
The Martin proposition is world-class creative effectiveness from outside the coastal agency hubs, with the resources of a global network behind it. The open question, as with any storied shop now inside a larger holding company, is whether it keeps the independent creative culture that earned its reputation.
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At a glance
- Founded1965
- LocationsRichmond, Virginia
- FoundersDavid N. Martin, George Woltz
- Websitemartinagency.com
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Martin Agency located?
- The Martin Agency is based in Richmond, Virginia.
- What does The Martin Agency specialize in?
- The Martin Agency focuses on Advertising, Strategy and Brand.
- What brands has The Martin Agency worked with?
- The Martin Agency's clients have included GEICO, DoorDash, Oreo, UPS, Discover and Tylenol.
- Is The Martin Agency hiring?
- The Martin Agency has no openings flagged in our latest review, but check its site for the current status.
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