Zulu Alpha Kilo

Toronto

About Zulu Alpha Kilo

Founded in 2008 by Zak Mroueh, Zulu Alpha Kilo is an advertising agency with offices in Toronto, Vancouver and New York. Its work also spans Strategy and Social & Content. Past clients include Dove, The New York Times, Destination BC, Stonefire and Subaru Canada. Its work has been recognized at 2026 Ad Age A-List Standout, Campaign Global Independent Agency of the Year (Bronze, 2025), The One Show and Cannes Lions.

Zulu Alpha Kilo spent years as Canada's most-awarded independent shop before expanding into New York, and the US industry has taken notice — a 2026 Ad Age A-List Standout nod and a top-three finish for Campaign's global independent agency of the year. Founder Zak Mroueh famously refuses spec work (their 'Say No to Spec' video is an industry touchstone).

The work is concept-first and craft-heavy, from Dove's #ChangeTheCompliment to the Mannings' New York Times campaign. A strong fit for brands that want big-agency thinking with independent-agency conviction.

Specialties

AdvertisingStrategySocial & Content

At a glance

  • Founded2008
  • LocationsToronto, Vancouver, New York
  • FounderZak Mroueh
  • Websitezulualphakilo.com

Notable clients

DoveThe New York TimesDestination BCStonefireSubaru Canada

Awards & recognition

2026 Ad Age A-List StandoutCampaign Global Independent Agency of the Year (Bronze, 2025)The One ShowCannes Lions

Frequently asked questions

Where is Zulu Alpha Kilo located?
Zulu Alpha Kilo is based in Toronto, Vancouver, New York.
What does Zulu Alpha Kilo specialize in?
Zulu Alpha Kilo focuses on Advertising, Strategy and Social & Content.
What brands has Zulu Alpha Kilo worked with?
Zulu Alpha Kilo's clients have included Dove, The New York Times, Destination BC, Stonefire and Subaru Canada.
When was Zulu Alpha Kilo founded?
Zulu Alpha Kilo was founded in 2008 by Zak Mroueh.
Has Zulu Alpha Kilo won any awards?
Zulu Alpha Kilo's work has been recognized at 2026 Ad Age A-List Standout, Campaign Global Independent Agency of the Year (Bronze, 2025), The One Show and Cannes Lions.
Is Zulu Alpha Kilo hiring?
Zulu Alpha Kilo has no openings flagged in our latest review, but check its site for the current status.

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Profile last reviewed July 2026

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