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





Tapping local directors and talent led to stunning imagery and authentic, unscripted stories.
Strategic media placement came second nature.











184:1
Dollar Return on Ad Spending
457%
Increase in Return
77k
Trips Influenced


GINA NACEY, PARTNER + DIRECTOR OF CREATIVE STRATEGY

