Debunking the “Agency Life” Myth When you hear the phrase, “agency life,” what comes to mind? I can take a guess: you’re picturing a busy office with people… Full story »
This week we are thankful for our clients, our work, and our future. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us here at Gard. Full story »
Fifteen hundred years ago, in a monastery outside present-day Cairo, a monk placed an ornamented strip of leather in a book he was reading, putting the story on… Full story »
At Gard, one of the most rewarding aspects of the work is bringing our clients and the community together. Sure, much of the magic happens in the office at a desk – but every so often we get to be a part of the scene we helped create. And just recently, a particularly great scene took place at Pioneer Courthouse Square on September 7, 2017: The Standard’s 9th annual Volunteer Expo. Full story »
Andrew Thompson is the kind of person who sees connections. Like how trucking relates to technology, or the way insurance intersects with philanthropic foundations. “Industries are often interconnected in surprising ways,” Andrew says. “Even very different businesses experience similar trends. I find the deeper I go with one client, the better I understand another.” Full story »
Part of what makes working at Gard so rewarding is the ability to tell stories for a wide variety of clients, opening up many opportunities for creativity. And… Full story »
Meet Ulee, short for Ulysses. That’s him on the cans. Good guy. Likes to travel. Dislikes calories. Occupies much of Scott Gallagher’s free time. “Nights, weekends, vacations, lunches,” Gard’s director of public relations says. Full story »
The Bite of Oregon has been Portland’s premier culinary event since 1983 — long before Portland was known for food and foodies. Before Oregon’s wine industry was recognized… Full story »
It’s uncommon for Gard to be the one making the news, or, perhaps better said, to be in the news. We are more comfortable behind the scenes, working… Full story »
Oregon’s one of the nation’s fittest states for a reason – Oregonians love to exercise! Walking is what we do. But with so many distractions (whether it’s a beautiful… Full story »
