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Award-winning work

We don’t set out to win awards—we set out to solve problems and create solutions that address the concerns of our clients and their customers. Winning awards for our work is just the icing on the cake. Awards we’ve won include:

Communicator Awards: Branded Social Campaign (Gold)
Creative Communication Awards: Social Media Experience (Gold)
Davey Awards: Brand Social Page (Silver) + Community Building (Silver)
Dot COMM Awards: Social Branding Campaign (Platinum)
Muse Creative Awards: Social Media Campaign (Gold)
Shorty Awards: Best In Restaurants (Nominee + Finalist)
W3 Awards: Social Media Presence (Gold)
Shorty Shortlist Impact: Social & Racial Justice (Animal Rights & Welfare)

Core Values

​Focus

Concentrated attention and effort on every task in order to improve performance and limit mistakes or misunderstandings.

Integrity

Honest & accurate in our words & actions out of respect for others and ourselves.

Innovation

Take risks, foster curiosity and new ideas, learn from mistakes, and strive to consistently exceed expectations.

Reliability

Consistently good and able to be trusted as dependable by colleagues and clients.

Excellence

Providing outstanding service and surpassing ordinary standards or expectations.

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COURAGE

  • To be different
  • To do the right thing
  • To advise our clients on the right way to do things
  • To do big work
  • To do our best / to be the best

HOW WE ROLL

  • We’re self-driven individuals
  • We’re agile
  • We’re focused on delighting our clients
  • We’re lifelong learners
  • We’re creative at our core

THE FIREBELLY SOCIAL SHOW PODCAST

wellness brands

The Brands Bringing Wellness To The Aisle

On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney is at the KeHE Holiday Show for a special series of conversations with Gian-Mikel Facenda of Root2Sales, Jud Horner of Real Green, and Llance Kezner of Millie’s Sipping Broth. From retail strategy and order-writing momentum to clean-label dressings and savory sipping broth, this episode explores how brands are bringing wellness, connection, and purpose to the holiday aisle.

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benno nelson

Benno Nelson & The Five Corners Story

On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with Benno Nelson, Co-founder of Five Corners Beverage Co., about building a non-alcoholic beverage brand rooted in global drinking traditions. They discuss the meaning behind Five Corners, creating complex drinks with a cocktail-like pace, and growing intentionally in Chicago. Benno also talks about storytelling, community, and working with his wife and co-founder, Shelby.

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Maxine Henderson On The Bollygood Story

On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with Maxine Henderson and Alan Henderson of Bollygood to discuss building a culturally inspired beverage brand. They explore the origins of nimbu pani, making Indian flavors accessible, and engaging with curious consumers. Maxine and Alan also share advice for founders on staying authentic and scaling with purpose.

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#GotTheFire

A passion project of ours, #GotTheFire is a video series showcasing people who are doing inspiring and interesting things in our community.

Recent episodes include:

Elyssa Campodonico-Barr: President, Girls Inc.
Mandy Selke & Carly Swift: Co-Founders, Just Pop In!
Graham Brown: Co-Founder, United State Of Indiana

client love

“Firebelly is friendly and follows through on their promises. We feel valued as one of their clients and that goes a long way.”

– Alycia Moore, Vice President, Jack’s Pizza

“Firebelly is collaborative, positive, and easy to work with. They are quick to respond and have never missed a deadline.”

– Brittany Johnson, Marketing Director, Toula Inc.