Eric Dallmann

Creative Director

Eric is an experienced art director with a history of branding, marketing, and creative successes. He has worked with a broad spectrum of brands from Panera Bread and Annies Organic to Essentia Health, Dakota Magic Casino, and many others.

Eric loves the strategic and problem solving parts of the creative process.

Scott Wagendorf

Content Director

Over the course of his career Scott has successfully navigated among traditional print, TV, radio, out-of-home and digital media. His direct, collaborative approach has helped dozens of brands solve problems and leverage opportunities with clear, concise, and at times unorthodox, messaging.

Prior to joining Adaptive Studios, Scott was lead copywriter at Oxygen network and Nickelodeon while living in New York City. He was also instrumental in developing strategy and messaging for brands, including: American Express TRS, Anthropologie & Calvin Klein Cosmetics and worked on the breakthrough LGBTQ campaign for Subaru.

Nathan Riebel

Junior Designer

Nathan is a graduate of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD) and a curious yet meticulous designer. He excels at creating diverse digital and print-based branding solutions, with a special talent for brand and motion design. His audience-centric approach focuses on developing high-impact design concepts that transform into polished, practical, and occasionally clever solutions, tailored to reach the right audience. Learn more about Nathan and view his work at nathanriebel.design.

Jon Savitt

Copy Writer

Jon is an award-winning writer, comedian, brand strategist, and agency founder. With 10+ years of advertising and creative writing experience, he has been featured in national and local outlets including TIME, The Washington Post, NBC News, MTV, College Humor, Funny or Die, Star Tribune, and more. He regularly speaks at events around the country and has also appeared on shows such as WCCO News, KSTP’s ‘Minnesota Live’, HuffPost Live, and MPR. With Jon’s strategic mind and quick-witted humor, he provides perfect ammunition for some extra creative firepower. You can learn more about Jon and his work at www.jonsavittwrites.com. 

Shae Sample

Graphic Design Intern

Shae is a graduate of the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, where she studied Marketing and Design. Her experience includes freelance projects and internships at Kris Lindahl Real Estate and Little Pepper Promotions, where she gained valuable insights into the impact of strategy and creative direction. As a creative at heart, Shae designed the logo and visual identity for The Savage Tap, a new craft brewery and cocktail bar in Minnesota. With a strong foundation in strategic thinking and a passion for visual storytelling, Shae is driven to use design to help businesses stand out and connect with their audience. She’s excited to continue honing her graphic design skills and bring her creative ideas to life in the design world.