We believe in pragmatic strategies carried out with integrity and respect. We work to create strong, enduring relationships with our clients and each other by listening, collaborating and finding creative, practical solutions.
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 »
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 »
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 »
A few of us at Gard attended a recent event at the University Club in downtown Portland, “The Future of News,” featuring Richard Meeker and Mark Katches. Meeker… Full story »
This year on National Philanthropy Day, a few of us at Gard had the pleasure of attending the Oregon chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ annual Philanthropy Awards luncheon. Our president, Brian Gard, and friend of the firm and executive secretary of the Oregon State Building & Construction Trades Council, John Mohlis, received an award for Outstanding Volunteer Fundraisers of the Year. Full story »
Every year when basketball season starts, I remember something I learned from the Book of Isiah. By that, I mean Isiah Thomas, NBA All-Star and point guard for… Full story »
According to the Reader’s Digest Complete Book of the Garden, daffodils should be planted “so they appear to have grown spontaneously from self-sown seeds. This effect may be obtained by strewing… Full story »
Partnership is a key word in business these days. Collaboration. Synergy. It’s all about being stronger together. Yet on a personal level, we’re still enthralled by the myth… Full story »
Three times on my last flight, the pilot and the flight attendants invited me “to sit back, relax and enjoy the flight.” Wait – they know we’re on… Full story »
