It’s quite simple really. We feel energized and gratified by the type of work we get to do. We’re not just communicators—it’s so much deeper than that. Employing each of our unique talents, we are storytellers and movement builders. We are change agents, reframers and advocates. And continually proud of the impact we make. Learn more about what drives us in our staff-written blogs.
August 7th, 2024
Living in such fractured political times, it’s easy to get caught up in thinking no one agrees on anything anymore. But watch a night or two (or 16!) of the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics and it’s easy to catch the collective joy from athletes and spectators alike. Here are a few bits of insight we could all learn from these Games.
June 28th, 2024
I knew how we approach the work was imperative to its success. Quite literally, this campaign could be the catalyst that saves a life.
April 30th, 2024
Having recently taken on the full ownership of our company, I’ve been taking stock of our assets. When I assess the agency’s strengths, I’m proud to say that our company culture is near the top of the list. This isn’t just window dressing in this business where original ideas and real, deep-level listening win the…
March 8th, 2024
One year ago, I shared my thoughts regarding International Women’s Day and the strides I believe women have made. Here we are a year later, and now I’m not so sure.
February 29th, 2024
With this blog post we are announcing and publishing our fourth Certified B-Corp and Oregon Benefit Company Annual Report. As a proud B Crop, Coates Kokes is proud to share our goings on from the past year. Check it out here.
January 24th, 2024
Across this work, we’ve noticed a recurring theme, stigma. Stigma is a scourge that further oppresses and strains people’s lives. It makes people feel isolated and disconnected. It compromises access to the support and systems we all need to live healthy and fulfilling lives.