“There are three responses to a piece of design — Yes, No and WOw. Wow is the one to aim for.”
— Milton Glaser
Spit it Milton. We didn’t pick that quote because it sounds cool (it does) or makes us seem deep or anything (it doesn’t). We chose it because we continue to come back to it over and over so much it’s become our mantra (tweaked, of course) — “wow, is what we aim for.” Life is full of ordinary, your marketing and creative shouldn’t be. It should turn heads, inspire thought and leave an impression. We promise, it’s worth it.
Who
We Are
Mid-Columbia locals and quesadilla aficionados, we’ve built a reputation on an unwavering dedication to quality creative. A shelf of industry awards testifies to the impact of our work that includes the development, strategy and production for a wide range of industries and services. We’ve had the pleasure of partnering with businesses of all shapes and sizes that include healthcare, communities, municipalities, government, tourism, energy, science, manufacturing, agriculture, and more. We believe in variety, challenge, and the continued pursuit of knowledge.
Thomas Manley
PARTNER, Co-Creative Director
Thomas’ ability to steer visual artistic direction while staying true to our clients’ brand is second to none. He is our maestro on all things creative and draws from his experiences in Seattle and Spokane markets to conjure up new and exciting solutions that get results.
DEREK NELSON
PARTNER, Co-Creative Director
As partner at Focal Point, Derek inspires and brings the very best out of our staff – leading a team of creative pros to produce captivating content that’s dripping in authenticity. He oversees digital strategy and creation, as well as visual storytelling for video and digital platforms.
Alma
MEDIA & FINANCE DIRECTOR
Alma’s bright and sunny disposition is rivaled only by her aptitude for excellence in all things. Since day one, Alma has proved that no task is too tall as she’s expanded her skillsets far beyond our expectations.
Abreena Sheppick
Social Media Specialist
Meet Abreena: social media super-user and photographer extraordinaire. Abreena brings a wealth of skills and expertise for producing share-worthy, engaging social content to our clients at Focal Point.
agency partner
Eric Higginbotham
Videographer, owner — Roll & Cap Productions
With a shared desire to create unique stories that connect with audiences, Eric/Roll & Cap Productions is our agency partner for photography, video and motion services. The savvy creative professional is a people person who brings exceptional talent and ambition to our collaborations.