Author: 20nine

Mobile and video games experienced explosive growth during the pandemic. With more gamers staying put and non or casual gamers seeking variety in their entertainment sources, Statista reported that gamers hit a record 3.24 billion globally in 2021, and the industry reported $85.86 billion in video game revenue. The attention on this booming population and its captive audience is […]

It’s that time of year when we are reminded of the value in helping others in need and making life a little better for those who are less fortunate than us. Whether it’s providing Thanksgiving turkeys to families, clothing or canned goods or making sure every tot has a toy at Christmas, it feels good […]

Sometimes, a commercial stops you dead in your tracks. Whether it’s the beauty of its execution, a boldly stated message, or an innovative take on an old idea, there are moments when this industry shines with remarkable creativity. It’s what we live for in this business. Done well, an ad can be inspiring to behold. […]

Philly-based creative brand agency 20nine continues to build on its commitment to purpose-driven branding and delivering full circle solutions by acquiring Nucleus Brands and naming its CEO, Jason Weidner, as 20nine’s Chief Operating Officer.

Story Moments:
How does a brand story live? It lives in moments. Our VP of Brand Strategy & Storytelling, Len Jacobson, shares some tips on perfecting the all-important story moments for your brand.

2-Min Drill Down: Passion Steph Berg, Director of Client Services, shares some wisdom on how ensuring both clients and creatives feel a sense of ownership can promote & preserve one all-important factor in agency work: passion.

Become a fly on the wall (and buzzing throughout the room) at one of the most fun & interactive events at Design Philadelphia 2018. This year, we paired up with Natalie Nixon, PhD of Figure 8 Thinking and brought Philadelphians of all backgrounds together to talk about what, in essence, makes a “Philly State of […]

Depending whom you ask, 2018 has either been the longest year on record or it has been a whirlwind. Either way, business owners are likely to agree that there were considerable changes that point to a more positive future. And, as we enter the last quarter of the year, thoughts turn to what type of […]

2-Min Drill Down: VISION 20nine COO Mark Stuart discusses the importance of a company’s vision. An estimated 8 out of 10 companies lack a concrete vision as a result of 2008’s economic upheaval. Now, markets have stabilized, but many companies are left with an identity crisis, lacking long-term goals that define an evolvable purpose. Does […]

When a brand needs to regain relevance, they often “rebrand” to update their story. The rebrand typically involves developing a contemporary, compelling story that engages and resonates with a target audience that has shifted its perspective. Rebrands are also a way to address changes in external factors such as the current digital transformation, or to differentiate […]