The creative work of Smiths Agency caught Barkley's attention, spurring it to acquire the Pittsburgh-based marketing agency. Financial details were not disclosed.
The deal adds 45 employees, including Smiths Agency founders Lindsey Smith and Bronson Smith who both will continue with Kansas City-based Barkley as executive creative directors and managing directors. With the acquisition, Barkley has about 500 employees, including about 325 in Kansas City. Smiths Agency, formerly known as Smith Brothers…Barkley acquires Pittsburgh marketing agency with sweet client: maker of Dum Dums and Sweethearts
The creative work of Smiths Agency caught Barkley's attention, spurring it to acquire the Pittsburgh-based marketing agency. Financial details were not disclosed.
The deal adds 45 employees, including Smiths Agency founders Lindsey Smith and Bronson Smith who both will continue with Kansas City-based Barkley as executive creative directors and managing directors. With the acquisition, Barkley has about 500 employees, including about 325 in Kansas City. Smiths Agency, formerly known as Smith Brothers…