Building brands and creative teams that make a difference.

More than 20 years of brand building and creative leadership for companies and teams of all sizes.

Talent maximizer

Developed over 60 creative professionals from a diverse set of creative disciplines and maximized their impact to the organization

Creative team builder

Built and led three different high caliber in-house creative teams in three unique industries

Multi-disciplined Creative

Led a wide-range of brand building, impactful creative work for small businesses, non-profits and large corporations

Who I am

I am a team building, versatile creative leader with both agency and in-house experience building brands through game changing creative thinking. 

My unique blend of creative and business experiences and a deep understanding of the creative process have given me many opportunities to bridge the gap between executives and creatives. This has helped me develop and direct internal creative talent for maximum value to the organization and build positive, collaborative relationships that bring bold visions to life.

I believe the organizations that learn how to harness the strategic, innovative and forward thinking abilities of their internal creative talent can find new ways to grow their business, their brand and make a difference in the lives of their customers.

what others say

His creative talent is off the charts, he is a tremendous leader and developer of people, and operates as a top-tier strategist. Adam's integrity and character also add to any culture he is a part of. He seeks to achieve the right results, in the right way...

Adam Hollingsworth

- Former Chief Marketing Officer

North American Mission Board

Adam knows how to build a healthy work culture built on mutual respect, the attentive care for others, and a desire to have fun. He takes requests for professional development seriously, asks good questions, listens well, and has intentionally set aside time to help me grow. Adam is perceptive in his interactions with others and always quick to be a peacemaker.

Meredith Lyons

Senior Graphic Designer

North American Mission Board

Adam not only is a talented designer but a very skilled leader. Adam has a true passion for helping and developing his team members individual skills and their collective collaboration. He is highly respected by his team and the leadership of Kidsii for the consistent and creative engagement he brings to his direct reports.

Dave Calhoun

- CEO, President

Kids 2, Inc.

Adam is a creative genius! He has a way of building systems and teams that push the envelope of creative excellence, without bulldozing or expecting teams to sacrifice everything. There's a real humble and strategic approach to how he's able to get world-class creativity out of people, teams, organizations and brands that compel people to action and move them toward mission-minded activity.

Luke McElroy

- Owner

Orange Thread Events

Adam is most likely the most gifted and talented Creative that I know. He can take a small vision that you have and easily exceed your expectations. He's gifted in all creative aspects. I will use him for anything I do in the future!

Dithson Noel

- Send Network Recruitment Coordinator

North American Mission Board

What a pleasure to work for Adam on the design of the Kids II office and showroom in Hong Kong last year. He was able to take on an entirely new challenge of office buildout in another country, because he educated himself in the areas he didn't know and created a support team that he inspired and trusted to deliver this project...this commitment was the equivalent of a second job; and yet he balanced family priorities and maintained a positive attitude throughout the trying project... Oh, and did I mention the project was on time and within budget?

Kim Rousseau

- Principal

Perkins & Will

Adam is a creative...an uncommon creative, who possesses as much managerial talent as he does artistic talent. Big ideas. Even bigger implementation. This "particular set of skills" makes him the Liam Neeson of creative directors...His disciplined approach to work and life empowers perseverance in his role and in the most complex projects that fosters growth for his team, adds unquestionable value to his organization, and positions him far beyond the creative director status quo.

Aaron Skinner

- Lead UX Designer

Macy's

Adam was my supervisor, but also a true mentor. Adam led multiple projects and team initiatives that to most would have seemed impossible, but with his focus, determination and ability to multi-task and motivate the team at the same time, we met the deadlines and did an exceptional job! He truly cares about the people that he leads and chooses to inspire rather than to require.

Taleesha Bates

- Regional Vice President

Primerica

Adam is truly one of the best creative directors I've worked with in 20 years...in my experience, a creative leader can be great at being creative or great at managing other creative managers. Adam is able to do both, very easily. He is incredibly organized, thorough and caring. He owns his projects from top to bottom...He approaches work with a mindset of rollup your sleeves and get it done...I can honestly say, there is nothing he can't do.

Miles Bohannon

- VP Marketing & Communications

Rehrig Pacific Company

Adam has always been one of our favorite people to work with. He is an artist at heart who is always pushing himself and his colleagues to new kinds of creativity and very high standards of quality. At the same time, he also has a keen business sense, and solid practical experience with materials and fabrication. On top of all that, he is just a genuinely nice guy!

Chris Sciarrone

- VP, Sr. Project Manager

HKS, Inc.

After Kids II decided to open its European Headquarters in Amsterdam, Adam was made responsible for choosing the perfect location and the (interior) design of the new office...did an amazing job combining the Kids II business culture with the cultural heritage of the Netherlands...The office turned out beautiful and Adam was a great guy to work with during the process. I would strongly recommend him for any site selection and design project.

Ard Crebas

- Commercial Director

TMF Group, Amsterdam

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