Creative
Performance
Inc.

We specialize in measurably improving our client’s throughput, realization rates, utilization rates, project profitability and business intelligence, while protecting culture and creativity.

CPI brings a balanced approach that emphasizes harmony between People, Process + Technology. Clients include niche, medium and large agencies across North America.

Agency Solutions

With over fifteen years of experience (helping nearly 200 in-house and independent agencies), CPI is your partner in achieving big hairy audacious goals. We do one thing and one thing only; increasing Agency Value for established agencies, looking to transform into the best version of themselves, period. Our approach is simultaneously empathetic, rigorous, measurable and grounded in proven results.

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AGENCY Transformation

We help turn established Agencies into something special. Our proven approach helps organizes chaos and removes barriers to team (and individual) performance. The result is a harmonious organization, where leadership and talent are aligned; leading to increased agility, scalability and profitability.

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Pre-Sale Optimization

Did you know that the average value of an Agency is 3-4x EBITDA? However, this range can be significantly higher based on your size, profitability, scalability and niche. Well-run and consistently profitable agencies often see a 5-10x multiple! CPI is ready to help you achieve an exit that reflects the true value you have built.

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Post-Merger Integration

With over fifteen years of experience (helping nearly 200 in-house and independent agencies), CPI is your partner in achieving big hairy audacious goals. We do one thing and one thing only; increasing Agency Value for established agencies, looking to transform into the best version of themselves, period. Our approach is simultaneously empathetic, rigorous, measurable and grounded in proven results.

Learn More

Agency
Transformation

We help turn established Agencies into something special. Our proven approach helps organizes chaos and removes barriers to team (and individual) performance. The result is a harmonious organization, where leadership and talent are aligned; leading to increased agility, scalability and profitability.

Learn More

Pre-Sale
Optimization

Did you know that the average value of an Agency is 3-4x EBITDA? However, this range can be significantly higher based on your size, profitability, scalability and niche. Well-run and consistently profitable agencies often see a 5-10x multiple! CPI is ready to help you achieve an exit that reflects the true value you have built.

Learn More

Post-Merger
Optimization

With over fifteen years of experience (helping nearly 200 in-house and independent agencies), CPI is your partner in achieving big hairy audacious goals. We do one thing and one thing only; increasing Agency Value for established agencies, looking to transform into the best version of themselves, period. Our approach is simultaneously empathetic, rigorous, measurable and grounded in proven results.

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Client Success

For the last fifteen years CPI has been successfully partnering with established Independent and In-House Agencies to achieve their cultural, creative and financial goals. We are here to help.  Contact CPI ›

 

CLIENT
SUCCESS

For the last fifteen years CPI has been successfully partnering with established Independent and In-House Agencies to achieve their cultural, creative and financial goals. We are here to help. Contact CPI ›
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

CLIENT
SUCCESS

For the last fifteen years CPI has been successfully partnering with established Independent and In-House Agencies to achieve their cultural, creative and financial goals. We are here to help. Contact CPI ›
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

CLIENT
SUCCESS

For the last fifteen years CPI has been successfully partnering with established Independent and In-House Agencies to achieve their cultural, creative and financial goals. We are here to help. Contact CPI ›
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

CLIENT
SUCCESS

For the last fifteen years CPI has been successfully partnering with established Independent and In-House Agencies to achieve their cultural, creative and financial goals. We are here to help. Contact CPI ›
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

CLIENT
SUCCESS

For the last fifteen years CPI has been successfully partnering with established Independent and In-House Agencies to achieve their cultural, creative and financial goals. We are here to help. Contact CPI ›
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

CLIENT
SUCCESS

For the last fifteen years CPI has been successfully partnering with established Independent and In-House Agencies to achieve their cultural, creative and financial goals. We are here to help. Contact CPI ›
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

CLIENT
SUCCESS

For the last fifteen years CPI has been successfully partnering with established Independent and In-House Agencies to achieve their cultural, creative and financial goals. We are here to help. Contact CPI ›
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

CLIENT
SUCCESS

For the last fifteen years CPI has been successfully partnering with established Independent and In-House Agencies to achieve their cultural, creative and financial goals. We are here to help. Contact CPI ›
 
 
 
 
 
 

We Help
Agencies
Thrive

Over the last decade, CPI has helped over 150 Agencies through large-scale, complex organizational change.

400+ FTE, Full-Service Advertising Agency

In 2012, senior leadership was tasked with an agency wide process improvement initiative, which included the rollout of a project management discipline and adopting an agency management system of record (ERP). The organization was facing systemic challenges with duplication of effort, non-uniform workflows and misalignment of roles and responsibilities. Challenges with resourcing were impacting utilization and agency profitability.

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300+ FTE, Full-Service Advertising Agency

In 2016, the organization was leveraging seven different systems (across three entities) that included Great Plains, SharePoint and Harvest, among others. This was leading to duplication of effort, loss of efficiencies and negatively impacting culture. Leadership made the decision to adopt an integrated platform to centralize critical project data, improve operational efficiencies, align teams and provide actionable insight to make data informed decisions.

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100+ FTE, Independent Full-Service Agency

In 2015, after experiencing several years of explosive growth, senior leadership determined that the project and accounting systems of record were no longer capable of keeping pace with their growth.

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50+ FTE, Full-Service Advertising Agency

In 2015, the agency adopted a new agency management system of record (ERP) to improve operational efficiencies, project throughput and gain access to metrics to drive decision-making. Since adoption, the agency faced a myriad of challenges related to Best Practices, roles + responsibilities, time tracking and a lack of clean financial + operational data to drive their metrics. The entire organization was dissatisfied and inoculated to the tool, and were looking to transition to a new platform.

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40+ FTE, Full-Service Marketing Agency

Leadership adopted Workamajig in 2011 to improve operational efficiencies (throughput) and gain access to metrics to drive decision making. Since adoption, the agency faced challenges exacerbated by high-growth, that included AM/PM misalignment, defining their Agency of Record (AOR) workflows, utilization + realization reporting, forecasting, schedule management and manual resourcing.

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Operational Excellence matched with a level of expertise, service, professionalism and adaptability that is unmatched. Over the past few years, we’ve been seen significant increases in both our utilization rates and higher profit margins. Additionally, they have also been instrumental with our M&A initiatives; where they facilitated the onboarding and integration of a recently acquired 60-person agency.

Amanda Harrison, EVP of Client Operations - BPD Healthcare

At COX + Ideabar, we operate an internal/external hybrid agency, servicing brands owned by our parent company Cox Enterprises, and we also operate a boutique integrated advertising agency. Vanessa was an essential partner in structuring our operational model; helping us to connect our technology, financial, client stakeholder and people’s goals. Vanessa is whip smart, a mature leader, and a global thinker who we are proud to call our partner.

Amy Royster Bridger, VP Agency Strategy - COX + Ideabar

At AdventHealth, we’ve had the privilege of partnering with Vanessa and her team during a critical juncture in our organization’s evolution. Their commitment to understanding our unique challenges has been instrumental in helping us achieve our goals. CPI is more than just a consultant, and we highly recommend their services to any organization looking to overcome operational challenges and harness the power of data to drive success.

Jeannie Fogle, Dir. Creative OPS - MSM AdventHealth

Partnering with Creative Performance Inc. (CPI) has been a game-changer for the two agencies I’ve had the privilege of leading. Their unparalleled operational and financial expertise in creative agencies has been nothing short of transformative, driving both of my ventures to new heights of profitability and efficiency. For agency leaders looking to elevate their business, CPI’s team offers the kind of seasoned, insightful partnership that can truly revolutionize how you operate.

Chad Willett, Chief Instigator - West Edge

Vanessa and the CPI team navigated us through the organizational change of adding a project management discipline, and was there every step of the way to ensure its success. Their invaluable feedback and direction have fundamentally changed the way we do business. To say I trust CPI is an understatement!

Michelle Hill, Partner - Ramey

Vanessa really understands the dynamic of agency culture and client relationships. Not only did we get her expertise in software implementation, but her presence and advice helped advance the agency operationally as well. Her team was impeccable.

Holly, Director of PM – Epsilon (SolutionSet)

It was invaluable working with Vanessa, as she was honest and straightforward with our team. It’s often challenging for principals to see what’s in front of them. I’d highly recommend collaborating with CPI as they can help agencies focus on the right path to success.

Jennifer, Managing Director – Roundhouse

CPI has been the most valuable resource we’ve ever engaged to help our firm. Vanessa has a rare ability to work with agency Principals on a big picture strategic level, but also set up and execute those strategic goals tactically in Workamajig.

Yadim, Principal – Pure Branding

Creative Performance Inc. played an important role in The New Group’s transition from our old agency systems and methods to Workamajig. Vanessa worked tirelessly with our internal transition team to ensure that we got a good start to a new era of agency management for the company.

Doug, Founder – The New Group

The CPI experience is less about software deployment, and more about agency synergy. We learned a lot more about our agency business than what we paid for. Thanks CPI.

Trevor, Founder – Nemo Design

Vanessa is a dynamo who truly knows how to turn vision into reality. I have continually looked to her for inspiration and actionable ideas when it comes to making our agency more successful.

Paul, Founder – Connective DX

Vanessa is a great Marketing Operations resource. As a former agency owner, she understands the unique challenges of balancing client expectations with culture and profit.

Steve, CFO – Frank Creative

CPI’s deep knowledge of Workamajig, their experience with project and financial data conversion, and their calm professionalism in the face of high stress made our deployment a success.

Mary, Principal – JPL

CPI subscribes to the golden rule… under promise and over deliver. Their team identified both our strengths and the gaps that were preventing us from reaching our potential.

Eric, CEO – SE2

Vanessa is exactly what we needed.  After investing in Workamajig we struggled. We found the perfect partner in CPI.  I only wish we could have gone to them sooner. Their best practices and professional, yet fun nature, are a winning combo.  Vanessa’s expertise is rare in the agency world.

Tona, CEO – Tricycle

Because our agency had grown at such a rapid pace, our processes that worked at 30 people, no longer worked at nearly 100. CPI worked with our agency as if they were one of us, deeply embedding themselves in our cultures and processes as if they were truly vested in our success.

Jen, Dir Client Services – Zehnder

I’ve had the pleasure of working with CPI. Their professionalism, intelligent holistic approach and ability to integrate our short-term and long-term goals has been invaluable. Rene was the difference for me as we focused on aligning Workamajig with our financial processes.

Anna, Partner, Transformation – Godfrey Dadich

CPI is the absolute gold standard when it comes to agency consulting and expertise.  Their core value is their point of view, methodology and experience in successful agency operations.  And they deliver that with a highly professional and knowledgeable team that deliver these insights with a personal touch that is both fun and engaging. =

Jason, VP Operations – MarkeTeam

As our agency began to aggressively grow, we found that our old processes were unable to scale. We partnered with CPI to overhaul of our marketing operations model, helping us modernize and prepare for the future.

Jennifer, Managing Director – Two Rivers Marketing

CPI holds a deep knowledge of Workamajig that is unmatched by other operations experts. Their hands-on training and consultation have helped us completely re-architect how we use this system to make our operations more effective, more efficient, and ultimately more profitable. I’m very happy with where we are and the progress we’ve made this year. The numbers and the behavior we’re seeing are a direct result of implementing the CPI process and workflows. Yes, you can quote me on that.

David, President – Saxton Horne Communications

CPI has redefined what it means to be an agency consultant; they are thought partners with deep industry and agency transformation expertise. With CPI’s guidance, we were able to fundamentally transform the way we conduct business, are agile, resilient and find ourselves uniquely positioned to collect powerful data to drive real organizational intelligence and change.

Rahul, President – Tribal Vision