Indie creative agency Designstein renames as RUN and wins 2degrees business pitch

Indie creative agency RUN has won the 2degrees employer brand business in a pitch against two other well-respected agencies.

Says Leigh Peters, head of recruitment at 2degrees: “like 2degrees, RUN are taking on the big guys and challenging the status quo, a combination that really resonated with us.

“We were impressed by RUN’s refreshingly creative ideas. RUN is also a great fit with our values and culture which is very important to us. We’re looking forward to working with the RUN team to showcase our great workplace to the employment market,” said Peters.

Formerly Designstein, RUN is due to officially launch at an event in Ponsonby later this month.

Says Raymond McKay (pictured above, right with fellow director Laura Cibilich), creative director, RUN: “Our agency originally started as a design studio, but more recently our offering has grown to be more of a creative advertising and strategic based design agency. The new name better reflects our current offering.”

The win comes at a time when many larger organisations are looking at partnering with indie agencies, for their flexible nature, adaptability and hands-on approach.

Says McKay: “We are delighted with the news. It just goes to show big companies are recognising the value in working with boutique agencies to get great creative outcomes. We are looking forward to working with the 2degrees team – they are a great addition to our growing portfolio of clients.”