It's officially fall! Our Never Settler, Matt, enjoyed a beautiful fall day at the apple orchard with his family. He told us his wife and daughter already made apple crisps and apple tarts with the freshly picked fruits. YUM! Matt, please send an extras our way!
#applepicking #applepie #fall #autumn #fall2020
Happy anniversary to our go-to Acura guy, James Brindel! James manages our tier 2 Acura accounts and absolutely kicks butt in doing so. Thanks for keeping our clients happy and encompassing that "Never Settle" attitude, James.
We asked James a few questions. Here's what he said:
Best advice you’ve been given?
Move out of Indiana.
Favorite band and why?
Metallica – They hit it big when I was in Jr High and while I was really getting into metal guitar. They’re fast. They’re mean. I dig it.
What’s your favorite holiday and why?
Thanksgiving. Four days long. No gifts. Just family, food, and TV.
What actor/actress would play your life story?
Chris Pratt (Parks and Rec Pratt - Not superhero Pratt)
Your greatest sports achievement?
Grand slam home run in little league.
#HappyAnniversary #WorkAnniversary
Happy anniversary to our very own, Melissa Sears! Melissa is the type of person you can always count on, no matter what. She steps up to the plate when needed and knocks it out of the park. Thanks for everything you do on the Media team and more!
We asked Melissa to answer a few questions for us. Here's what she said:
What’s your biggest fear?
I won’t go anywhere near a garbage disposal. I’ve seen way too many horror movies where people die by garbage disposal.
What was your first concert?
Hillary Duff.
Favorite YouTube series?
Emma Approved.
What's one thing that makes you sad?
Watching 12 Monkeys and realizing time travel doesn’t exist.
Most famous person you’ve ever met.
The Eradicator.
Take a tour with racing legend Bobby Rahal and his incredible collection of legendary cars and automotive memorabilia in this trailer we created. 🏎
Check out this catch! Tim Klaasen's son, Jack, proudly showed off the Blue Gill he caught on his quarantine-vaca. He also provided us with some instructions on how to catch one yourself!
And I quote...
"Step 1: Get your rod 🎣
Step 2: Bait your hook with a juicy nightcrawler 🐛
Step 3: Cast it out as far as you can 🌊
Step 4: Watch your bobber 👁
Step 5: When you see it move, reel it in 💪
Step 6: Be happy that you caught one 🐠"
There you have it! Thanks, Jack!
This #NeverSettleSurvey question will for sure divide a household… there can only be one correct answer. Feel free to play along in the comment section below, and scroll right to see if your answer matches ours!
2020 has been quite the rollercoaster, but we know there have been many positive things that have happened this year, too! So, we asked our employees to "tell us something good!"
Our Account Coordinator, Sarah Weyer, shared that her family and family friends spent a night making scrumptious homemade tortellini pasta. Sarah then brought each Pinnacle employee some to try. Okay--we made that up but we wouldn't be opposed to the idea next time!!
Thanks for sharing, Sarah!
#somethinggood #2020goals #NeverSettlers #NeverSettle
Happy anniversary to our ultimate Packers fan, Ashley Brey! On top of being a die-hard football aficionado, Ashley is an extremely hard worker. Have a production question? She's your go-to gal. Thanks for EVERYTHING you do for Pinnacle, Ashley.
To get to know her better, we asked her a few questions. Here's what she said:
Best thing you’ve ever ate
My mind always goes to this poutine I got in Whistler, Canada.
Best advice you’ve been given
“If you don’t like where you are, change it. You’re not a tree.”
What’s your go to karaoke song?
3AM – Matchbox Twenty
Favorite Halloween/Scary movie
Nightmare Before Christmas
Guilty pleasure TV show
Below Deck #neversettle #happyanniversary
Please join us in wishing Jake Rostollan a very happy anniversary! Between all the fun, Jake has done some extraordinary things for Pinnacle over the last 7 years, and we’re thankful to have him on our team. Did you know:
Best summer vacation ever.
Two week family road trip to Glacier National Park when I was 13. It opened up a love to see the world and the people in it.
Your greatest sports achievement.
Earning the starting right defensive tackle position in college football.
Favorite band and why?
U2. They came with a different sound and reason and purpose for their music when everyone else was shallow and sounded the same. They continue to reinvent themselves on every album and they stand for more than just themselves.
What you wanted to be when you grew up.
Truck Driver and a County Sheriff.
Your favorite movie.
Raiders of the Lost Ark and Braveheart
#HappyAnniversary #WorkAnniversary #Spooktober #NeverSettlers
Happy anniversary to the rockstar, Emily Balser! Her work over the last 4 years has been invaluable. From media, to the account side, to being an airtable ranger and all around leader at our agency, there is nothing she isn’t willing to jump in on and help with. We’re lucky to have this superstar on our team! Happy Anniversary!
Here are a few things you may or may not know about Emily:
Worst job you’ve ever had.
Halloween store associate when I was in college. This partially involved standing on the sidewalk handing out flyers in the South Loop. So, yeah, I was one of those people for 2 weeks!
Guilty pleasure TV show.
Keeping up with the Kardashians…and ALL of the spinoffs.
What’s your favorite holiday and why?
Independence Day - fireworks, pool parties, festivals - yes!
What three things can’t you live without.
Family, Pets, Cheese Curds
What was your first concert?
@sirrodstewart when I was 7!
#HappyAnniversary #WorkAnniversary #NeverSettlers #Spooktober
Happy anniversary to our account manager extraordinaire, Melissa Cacciabondo! Your clients and co-workers can all agree- we are thankful to have you on the Pinnacle team! The talent and passion you bring to the job every day truly shows you know what it means to #NeverSettle!
Worst job you’ve ever had.
Olive Garden. I am definitely not cut out to be a server.
Guilty pleasure TV show.
Real Housewives (of anywhere)
What’s your favorite holiday and why?
My birthday (week), why not?
One thing that makes you happy.
When my kids are happy.
One thing that makes you sad.
When my kids are hurting.
#HappyAnniversary #WorkAnniversary #NeverSettlers
Happy anniversary to our Senior Media Buyer, Stephanie Meehan! Stephanie's strong work ethics are a great example of our Never Settle mentality at Pinnacle. We can't thank you enough for your determination, Stephanie.
We asked Stephanie a few questions, here's what she said:
Best thing you’ve ever ate?
Fresh seafood dinner in Dingle, Ireland
Guilty pleasure TV show?
The Crown
What’s your favorite holiday and why?
4th of July, love the fireworks, going to a BBQ and it’s in the summer!
Most famous person you’ve ever met?
Henry Kissinger at the Russian Tea Room in NYC
Favorite band and why?
U2, influential music when I was young and impressionable, and I loved that they were from Ireland
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#HappyAnniversary #WorkAnniversary #Advertising #NeverSettle #NeverSettlers
It's our girl Anna Dujakovich's anniversary!!! On top of her kicking butt in her role as an Account Executive, she is such a fun person to be around (hence the pic). Her lively spirit is truly infectious in our office. Thanks for being you, Anna!
We asked Anna a few questions, here's what she said:
Worst job you’ve ever had?
I was your friendly neighborhood papergirl!
Guilty pleasure TV show?
90 Day Fiancé and all of their four hundred spinoff shows
Worst decision you made in college?
Enrolling in 8am classes
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#HappyAnniversary #WorkAnniversary #NeverSettle #NeverSettlers
#Parrots #Advertising
Michael Gerardi participated in a 99-Car Parade past the estate of Richard Duchossois, owner of @arlingtoninternational Racecourse, to celebrate his 99th Birthday.
War Hero. Purple Heart and Bronze Star Recipient. A tank commander at Normandy who served under Gen. George S. Patton. National Racing Museum Hall of Fame.
Happy BDay Mr. D – thank you for your service and for all you do!
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#ArlingtonInternational #ArlingtonInternationalRaceCourse #NeverSettle
We haven't forgot that it's Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Here are a few pictures from the last few years at the "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer" walk. Sadly, we were not able to do a walk this year but we can still help. If you are interested in making a donation to breast cancer research, head to the @americancancersociety site today!
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#breastcancerawareness #october #makingstridesagainstbreastcancer #charitymiles
It is your anniversary (Office ref.)!!! Happy anniversary to THE Alex Paladino. Alex, one of our stellar Media Buyers, is always willing to step in at any given moment. Her "Never Settle" attitude is truly one we admire. Thanks for all that you do, Alex.
We asked Alex a few questions, here's what she said:
What was your first concert?
Backstreet Boys
Your favorite movie?
The Dark Knight
What’s your biggest fear?
SNAKES
Guilty pleasure TV show?
90 Day Fiancé
Worst job you’ve ever had?
Working at Abercrombie in High School
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#HappyAnniversary #WorkAnniversary #NeverSettlers #NeverSettle #Illinois
Happy Veteran's Day to our Never Settlers, Matt Dragovits and Ben Karin. The sacrifice you made for our country will never go unnoticed. Thank you for your heroic service. 🇺🇸
Happy anniversary to our Director of Photography/Editor, Colin Breimeier! Colin is such a talented individual that brings fresh thinking and new techniques to our office. He pushes us to think outside of the box and that's exactly what we look for in our employees. We can't thank you enough for your dedication and hard work, Colin.
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#HappyAnniversary #WorkAnniversary #Advertising #NeverSettlers
Happy (belated) work anniversary to our Account Coordinator, Sarah Weyer! Sarah is a fantastic communicator and is always willing to go the extra mile to help her fellow employees! Thanks for bringing your all to the team. 🙂
We asked Sarah a few questions, here's what she said:
Best thing you’ve ever ate? Cream corn ice cream or fire roasted mushroom and spinach pizza
Best advice you’ve been given? Don’t be afraid to fail, how else will you learn.
Most famous person you’ve ever met? Saw Kobe Bryant at Disney World in passing many years ago.
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#HappyAnniversary #WorkAnniversary #NeverSettle #Advertising #Marketing
Our WeatherTech ad will be featured in the Super Bowl for the 8th time in a row. Congrats, team! How lucky are we?
https://pinnacleadvertising.com/pinnacle-and-weathertech-score-twice-this-year/
#WeatherTech #NeverSettle #SuperBowl #gameday #biggame #biggameads #Honda #Acura #Automotive #AutoDealer #Dealer #Dealership #HondaLife #HondaNation #AcuraNation #Advertising #Marketing #CarGram
We’re large, yet nimble. We’re dedicated and focused.
https://pinnacleadvertising.com/pinnacle-and-realworld-marketing-merge-to-form-one-of-the-largest-agencies-dedicated-to-honda-and-acura/
#agency #advertising #marketing #marketingagency #advertisingagency #bigmoves #growing #design
Pinnacle Advertising updated their website address.
Pinnacle is joining up with who?
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https://pinnacleadvertising.com/pinnacle-and-realworld-marketing-merge-to-form-one-of-the-largest-agencies-dedicated-to-honda-and-acura/
#agency #advertising #marketing #marketingagency #advertisingagency #bigmoves #growing #design
From our families to yours - we wish you a safe, joyous, and love-filled Christmas! 🎄