Who we are
Let’s start with who we are not.
We are not a graphic design firm, a tactical firm, a firm for the established brands, a vendor, a smoke and mirrors firm, a firm with arrogance, a firm that commits but fails to follow through, a firm that automates its services for a higher return.
Sandbox exists to reveal true greatness
We are a firm for entrepreneurs of startup to mid-size organizations that want to stand out from their competition in authentic and compelling ways. We are a firm that can dig deep with people and organizations that want to create significant impact in their markets and in the world.
We are a firm for those that are on the path of building something great but have not uncovered their true purpose. We are a firm that helps the humble win against the arrogant, the ethical and driven win against the flashy blow-hards.
Sandbox Team
Rod Anderson
President
“I believe that the things that make us different are the things that make us great.”
Stephan Wilhelm
Creative Director
“It’s about connecting the dots, making connections between different ideas and putting them all together in a cohesive form.”
Josie Butler
Controller
“Take the positives and negatives life throws us and make the best out of a situation.”
Coty Walker
VP of Operations and Client Services
“From my experience on the other side of the table, I value consultants more. The ones that would challenge me, or show me a different perspective, or that there is a better way.”
Teyden Haycroft
Marketing Account Manager
“Know what you want. Then pursue it with reckless abandon.”
Shelley Carter
Brand Mediator, Engagement Marketing & Sales Consultant
“When you shift your focus from success to service, your work no matter what you do will instantly have more meaning.”
Melinda Stephenson
Jr. Art Director
“Always consider your audience first, the design will follow.”
Jacqui Hickman
Account Manager
“True strength lies in the ability to embrace your inner badass without ever losing the connection to your nurturing side.”
Nicole Lathe
Sr Production Artist
“Ignore the noise and stick to the stuff that speaks to your soul.”
Shahtaj Shahid
Jr. Designer
“Be brave. Taking risk makes for a great story to tell.”
Farkhod Fayzullaev
Digital Account Manager
“Just start. You can’t know what challenges you might encounter and how to solve them. Start, don’t be afraid to make some mistakes and you’ll learn a lot along the way.”
Revealing True Greatness in the Community
Stephan Wilhelm
Host, CreativeMornings YYC
“Unlike development webinars or stuffy professional mixers, CreativeMornings is laid back and accessible.”
Coty Walker
Digital Marketing, Data Management Conference
Rod Anderson
“I believe what makes you different makes you great”
Teyden Haycroft
Brand Strategy Consultant, The ACE Class
“Our events are created with the modern, get-shit-done woman in mind. We know you don’t have time for bullshit – you’re too busy running your empire.”