Mary Jo Kruger

About Mary Jo Kruger

As a purpose-driven leader and brand strategist, I am passionate about crafting impactful stories and strategies that redefine what’s possible for businesses and their audiences. But at the heart of everything I do are the relationships I’ve built over the years.I believe that great people make great brands. There’s nothing more powerful than working with a team that puts the business goals, brand, and customer above personal ambitions. It’s through collaboration, trust, and shared purpose that extraordinary results come to life.Throughout my career, I’ve worked at the intersection of creativity and strategy, building transformative brand platforms that resonate deeply and stand the test of time. From driving growth through bold positioning to fostering meaningful connections between brands and their audiences, I thrive on turning ideas into outcomes.In an ever-evolving marketplace, I believe the key to success lies in aligning purpose with possibility. I partner with teams and organizations that are ready to elevate their story, innovate their approach, and make an unforgettable impact.Let’s connect and explore how we can push boundaries, reimagine the future, and achieve extraordinary results together.

Experience

1. Founder, Brand Strategist & Business Development

   Monarch Creative, Inc

   Jan 2025 — Present

Education

• University of Wisconsin-Madison

  BA, Communication (radio, TV, film) & Graphic Design

  1987 — 1992

Skills

• Creative Direction
• Advertising
• Brand Development
• Art Direction
• Video Production
• Graphic Design
• Branding & Identity
• Visual Communication
• Online Advertising
• Digital Media
• Corporate Identity
• Brochures
• Layout
• Marketing Communications
• Digital Marketing
• Retail Branding
• Logo Design
• Packaging
• Typography
• Marketing Strategy
• Digital Video
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Concept Development