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The secret to success is doing something great and then telling people about it. You’re doing incredible work; let us help tell the story.
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Digital Marketing, Websites, SEO, Social Media Management, Brand Identity, Graphic Design, Content Marketing, Email, Digital & Traditional Advertising, PR/PA, Video & Photography.
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Recruitment & Workforce Marketing
Architecture, Engineering & Construction
Nonprofits and Mission-Driven Organizations
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JOHN HIMICS
John Himics is the president and co-founder of First Ascent, a full-service digital agency specializing in branding, web design and development, graphic design, and digital marketing. With over a decade of experience leading cross-disciplinary teams, John brings a rare mix of engineering precision, business strategy, and creative problem-solving to every project.
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LAYNA SCARANE
Layna Scarane is the secret ingredient behind smooth partnerships and building new relationships, specializing in Partnerships & Growth. She has experience across freelance and corporate environments, supporting growing brands and leading teams through complex initiatives. Known for her strong communication skills and intuitive understanding of people, Layna brings organization, clarity, and energy to collaborative work, helping teams stay aligned, clients feel supported, and ideas come to life.
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