We make sure your brand shows up, and remains unforgettable.
Our Mission
745 Creative’s mission is to drive brands’ growth by elevating their story, amplifying their presence, and fusing creativity with industry-leading strategy.
We are deeply invested in our clients’ success by creating work that feels authentic, taps into culture, and fuels sustainable growth.
Meet the Team
DARZELL BROWN
FOUNDER & Chief Executive Officer
Darzell Brown is the founder and CEO of 745 Creative. He is essential in shaping industry-leading strategy for both startups, small, and midsize businesses. Many argue you can’t make it big in this industry unless you make an impact in the big city. Darzell has done that and will bring the Big City excitement to your brand. He scales ideas into impactful marketing, attaining real results and sustaining long-term value. Areas of expertise include leading social programs, steering fresh positioning, and guiding teams.
With over a decade of experience in branding and social media, and a background including work with Fortune 100 companies across the commercial real estate, digital tech, and biotechnology industries. Darzell is ready to make your brand unforgettable.
DREAM BIG. PLAN BIG. EXECUTE BIG.
CHRISTOPHER BATEN
CO-FOUNDER & Chief Digital Officer
Christopher Baten, Jr., is the Co-Founder and Chief Digital Officer at 745 Creative. He ensures your creative vision is sustainable by building trusted infrastructures and reliable deliverables. Focusing on creating scalable digital platforms, efficient production workflows, and data-informed experiences that fuel brands to operate efficiently and expand with confidence, Christopher will be a driving force in making resonant, impactful websites for your brand.
Christopher’s background includes leading production systems, digital platforms, and technical operations for a large, faith-based organization. He was instrumental in supporting businesses across media, creative, and service-driven ecosystems through content production, digital infrastructure, and performance-focused execution.
Marco Perugini
HEAD OF BRAND, PARTNER
Marco Perugini is a seasoned creative and branding leader with over 15 years of experience producing visually driven, results-focused work across industries, including quick-service restaurants, aviation, automotive, fitness, and retail.
Marco’s background spans brand strategy, creative direction, and campaign execution for companies such as McDonald's, JetBlue, Nissan, Planet Fitness, and Kay Jewelers.
As Head of Brand and Partner at 745 Creative, Marco helps bring strategy to life through intuitive design systems and strong visual storytelling, ensuring brands show up with clarity, consistency, and lasting impact across every touchpoint.
Marco Perugini
Head of Brand, Partner
Marco Perugini is a seasoned creative and branding leader with over 15 years of experience producing visually driven, results-focused work across industries, including quick-service restaurants, aviation, automotive, fitness, and retail.
Marco’s background spans brand strategy, creative direction, and campaign execution for companies such as McDonald's, JetBlue, Nissan, Planet Fitness, and Kay Jewelers.
As the Head of Brand at 745 Creative, Marco helps bring strategy to life through intuitive design systems and strong visual storytelling, ensuring brands show up with clarity, consistency, and lasting impact across every touchpoint.
DARZELL BROWN
FOUNDER & Chief Executive Officer
Darzell Brown is the founder and CEO of 745 Creative. He is essential in shaping industry-leading strategy for both startups, small, and midsize businesses. Many argue you can’t make it big in this industry unless you make an impact in the big city. Darzell has done that and will bring the Big City excitement to your brand. He scales ideas into impactful marketing, attaining real results and sustaining long-term value. Areas of expertise include leading social programs, steering fresh positioning, and guiding teams.
With over a decade of experience in branding and social media, and a background including work with Fortune 100 companies across the commercial real estate, digital tech, and biotechnology industries. Darzell is ready to make your brand unforgettable.
DREAM BIG. PLAN BIG. EXECUTE BIG.
CHRISTOPHER BATEN
CO-FOUNDER & Chief Digital Officer
Christopher Baten, Jr., is the Co-Founder and Chief Digital Officer at 745 Creative. He ensures your creative vision is sustainable by building trusted infrastructures and reliable deliverables. Focusing on creating scalable digital platforms, efficient production workflows, and data-informed experiences that fuel brands to operate efficiently and expand with confidence, Christopher will be a driving force in making resonant, impactful websites for your brand.
Christopher’s background includes leading production systems, digital platforms, and technical operations for a large, faith-based organization. He is instrumental in supporting businesses across media, creative, and service-driven ecosystems through content production, digital infrastructure, and performance-focused execution.
Paid Media Director
JASON RATLIFF
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Social Strategy Consultant
VANESSA KOONCE
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Creative Director
EVAN MAGUIRE
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Integrated Project Manager
STEPHANIE FRANCOIS
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Social Media Lead
Ian Bruckner
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Social Media Coordinator
NOAH WESTRY
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