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Grill the Arsonist – Mallary H.
April 2, 2026 | Inga Rundquist
In this edition of Grill the Arsonist, Mallary shares why adaptability is nonnegotiable in today’s agency world, how student life sharpened her client-ready communication skills and which one of her cats would absolutely hijack a meeting.
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Brand trust is built in the details
March 6, 2026 | Inga Rundquist
Brand trust is built in the small details. Learn how consistent voice, visuals and strategy across every touchpoint create alignment, credibility and long-term brand equity.
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Is your brand ready for a PR crisis?
February 13, 2026 | MindFire Team
A PR crisis can happen to any brand. This article shows brands how to plan ahead, respond clearly and rebuild trust when reputations are under pressure.
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The best marketing rarely has the biggest budget
January 29, 2026 | MindFire Team
Big budgets don’t guarantee better marketing. Discover how smart strategy, sharper creative and intentional spending drive real results.
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Is your cool creative making a business impact?
January 16, 2026 | MindFire Team
We all love jaw-dropping creative – the kind that stops the scroll, sparks a reaction and makes you think, “Wow, that’s good.” And yes, that kind of work
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Four reasons why research is a marketing tool you can’t afford to overlook
December 5, 2025 | Kristin Enright
Your best brand opportunities might be hiding in plain sight. Learn how research, customer insights and pattern-spotting can reveal what truly resonates, and guide smarter, more impactful marketing.
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Keeping your brand visuals consistent without getting repetitive
November 21, 2025 | Andrea Manor
Learn how to balance consistency and creativity in your brand. Explore tips on guidelines, visuals and evolving your look with intention.
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Building brand trust through video
November 10, 2025 | MindFire Team
Anyone can hit record. The difference is strategy. Learn how to create brand videos that build trust, connect with audiences and drive results.
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Choosing the right media mix for your brand
October 17, 2025 | Kevin Smith
Discover how strategy, data and audience insight come together to drive awareness, engagement and conversions — and turn your media plan into measurable growth.
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Entering a new design era with AI
October 3, 2025 | Kyle Krier
From inspiration to execution, see how AI supports designers while human creativity remains the core of effective branding.
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Case study: Streamlining the Channel Cat website
September 19, 2025 | Tony Nagy
Discover how we streamlined the Channel Cat website, creating a user-friendly digital hub for schedules, mobile ticketing and seamless trip planning on the Mississippi River.
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Grill the Arsonist – Kevin S.
September 2, 2025 | MindFire Team
In this edition of Grill the Arsonist, Kevin shares why curiosity is a marketer’s secret weapon, how the medium can make or break a campaign and the dream brand he’d love to work with.