Wieden+Kennedy

Independent creative agency behind global brand campaigns

National Score 81.0/100

About Wieden+Kennedy

Wieden+Kennedy is one of the largest independently owned advertising agencies in the world, founded in Portland, Oregon in 1982 by Dan Wieden and David Kennedy. The agency is best known for its decades-long Nike partnership, including coining 'Just Do It' in 1988. Headquartered in Portland, OR and founded in 1982, Wieden+Kennedy organizes its work around Creative Advertising, Brand Strategy, Integrated Campaigns, Content Production. 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 Nike. Buyers reviewing Wieden+Kennedy should weigh team size (1000+), service mix, and geographic coverage against their category and procurement requirements.

National Marketing Awards Evaluation

Score 81.0/100

Score reflects the agency profile, service breadth, visible recognition, and national ranking footprint.

Primary Fit Creative Advertising and Brand Strategy

Best matched for brands evaluating agencies with depth in Creative Advertising, Brand Strategy, Integrated Campaigns.

Services & Specialties

Creative Advertising

Brand Strategy

Integrated Campaigns

Content Production

Creative Development

Content Marketing

Public Relations

Industries Served

Consumer BrandsTechnologyProfessional ServicesHealthcareRetail

Where Wieden+Kennedy Fits Best

Wieden+Kennedy suits teams comparing partners across Creative Advertising, Brand Strategy, Integrated Campaigns, with the strongest fit for buyers weighing Creative Advertising and Brand Strategy work. Its listed industry focus covers Consumer Brands, Technology, Professional Services.

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