We are
Strategic America
Based in West Des Moines, Iowa, we pride ourselves in being a full-service agency with an emphasis on service. Founded in 1980, we’ve spent more than four decades helping local, regional and national brands navigate the ever-changing marketing, media and communications landscape. But, one thing that has never changed is our commitment to our clients’ success—treating their resources like our own and approaching every challenge as an opportunity to find a better way to get things done.
Meet Our
Leadership Team.
Maybe it’s just our Iowa upbringing, but we believe honesty, integrity and hard work matter. That’s what you’ll find when you work with us—and what we look for in people who work for us. The result is something you won’t find in many agencies: a wonderful mix of creativity, innovation and determination delivered by some of the genuinely nicest folks in the business. The way we see it, if you’re going to stay late, fight for ideas and create great work, you may as well do it with people you like.
Emily Bussiere
Director, Data, Research & Insights
Chris Bettin
Executive Creative Director
Carole Curtis
Media Director
Kevin Strouse
Director, Business Systems
Carolyn Hikiji
Digital Media Director
Claire Schreurs
Digital Services Director
Dave Miglin
Chief Growth Officer
Randy Driesen
Director, Client Strategy and Service
Lisa Holtorf
VP, Operations & Integration
John Schreurs
CEO & President
Jill LaBarre
Director, HR
Laura Vanden Bosch
Executive Director, Strategic Communications
Angie Ramirez
Director, Project Management
Michelle Thornton
Director, Client Strategy and Service
Brandon Troutman
Director, Creative Services
Lindsey Moore
Director, Client Strategy and Service
Jamie Schug
Chief Operating & Financial Officer
At SA, Our Values Drive Every Action
Integrity
We do things the right way, even when it’s the hard way.
Accountability
We strive to exceed expectations and own up to our shortcomings.
Unity
We are all in this together, and none of us has all the answers.
Curiosity
We never stop listening, learning and growing.
Authenticity
We are true to ourselves and give others the freedom to do the same.
Generosity
We are giving of our time, our knowledge and our passion.
Giving is Good.
Making a difference for our clients is a given. But we aim to make an even bigger difference in our communities. From helping victims of human trafficking, feeding hungry Iowans and promoting STEM education, to leading numerous volunteer and fundraising initiatives each year, there’s never a day when we’re not doing meaningful work.
