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We are dame.

Women influence 75% of purchase decisions in the US, yet own only 1% of ad agencies. 

 

As a female-owned and operated creative agency, we use empathy to inspire consumers to give a damn about brands. 

 

That’s the dame difference. ​

Leadership

Kate Black - dame creative

Kate Black

President & Partner

From consultancies to publishers to agencies, Kate brings a unique and varied perspective on building brands, big and small. The married mom of two enjoys slinging paint on canvas in her garage-turned-art studio.

Susan Betteridge - dame creative

Susan Betteridge

Chief Creative Officer & Partner

Susan believes in the power of old school storytelling and new school technology and has combined both in her 20+ year career working for brands like Disney, Volkswagen and State Farm. She is also a kick-ass skier and LGBT mom to two girls.

services

Content and Campaign development
Content & Campaign Development
social and influencer strategy, content and buying
Social & Influencer Strategy, Content
& Buying
Emographic segmentation and empathy mapping
Emographic segmentation & Empathy Mapping
design and identity
Design & Identity
Communications Plannings
Communications Planning
online and omnichannel experiences
Online and Omnichannel Experiences
PAHNKE GROUP

Independent, owner-led international brand specialists.

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