About Cactus
Cactus is a full-service independent advertising agency founded by Joe Conrad in Denver in 1990, with roughly $30 million in annual client billings. It serves healthcare, retail, financial services, travel, and higher-education clients. Headquartered in Denver, CO and founded in 1990, Cactus organizes its work around Full-Service Advertising, Creative, Media, Digital, and related disciplines. Agencies with this focus typically support planning, production, and channel execution so marketing teams can compare vendors on scope, category experience, and operating model. Public references include work for brands such as Colorado Lottery. Buyers reviewing Cactus should weigh team size (50-200), service mix, and geographic coverage against their category and procurement requirements.
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Best matched for brands evaluating agencies with depth in Full-Service Advertising, Creative, Media.
Leadership
- Joe Conrad, Founder & CEO
- Brian Watson, Chief Creative Officer
Services & Specialties
Full-Service Advertising
Creative
Media
Digital
Brand Strategy
Media Planning & Buying
Creative Development
Industries Served
Notable Clients
Where Cactus Fits Best
Cactus suits teams comparing partners across Full-Service Advertising, Creative, Media, with the strongest fit for buyers weighing Full-Service Advertising and Creative work. Its listed industry focus covers Healthcare, Financial Services, Retail.
Awards & Recognition
- MM+M Agency 100 showcase, Cactus Health (2025)
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