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John Vipond

Strategic Storyteller
Creative Leader
AI Agent Voice Coach

True to Nature

State of Washington

PROJECT: Rebrand
AGENCY: Adventure

CATEGORY: Travel & Tourism

ROLES: Brand Strategist + Copywriter

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Translate an ecosystem of interests into a state of wanderlust.

OPPORTUNITY

Eager to venture back into the active traveler mindspace, the State of Washington Board of Tourism invited Adventure Advertising to guide them through an an exhaustive stakeholder process that included every state region, industry business segments, diverse peoples and cultures, and rural, urban, and underserved communities. The resulting brand platform tells the story of the diversity and authenticity of Washington, offering a compelling visitor experience and shared stewardship with Washingtonians. stateofwatourism.com

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Tapping local directors and talent led to stunning imagery and authentic, unscripted stories. 

Strategic media placement came second nature.

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184:1

Dollar Return on Ad Spending

457%

Increase in Return

77k

Trips Influenced

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GINA NACEY, PARTNER + DIRECTOR OF CREATIVE STRATEGY

“Not only is a rock-star collaborator - he’s as strategic as he is creative. He was a key strategic and creative partner in helping to define - and redefine - multiple brands on the Adventure roster… threading the right messaging and tone through every touchpoint.”
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THE UNBROKER

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