Created different.

To do the unexpected, we’ve built the unexpected. A full-service enterprise in a boutique body. In the country. In the trenches with global brands and local upstarts. A tight-knit, onsite team in a world of virtual staffs. A partner that helps people succeed, not just brands. A creative dynamo generating provocative ideas that defy sameness.

Created different.

To do the unexpected, we’ve built the unexpected. A full-service enterprise in a boutique body. In the country. In the trenches with global brands and local upstarts. A tight-knit, onsite team in a world of virtual staffs. A partner that helps people succeed, not just brands. A creative dynamo generating provocative ideas that defy sameness.

Partners in unexpected.

We work with leaders who want closer relationships and trusted guidance, not just account service. Enthusiastic marketers who want to be surprised and delighted by ideas again. Basically, people who expect more from an agency partner.

Partners in unexpected.

We work with leaders who want closer relationships and trusted guidance, not just account service. Enthusiastic marketers who want to be surprised and delighted by ideas again. Basically, people who expect more from an agency partner.

Leaders

We are firm believers in the power of unexpected ideas and investors in the culture and process that creates them.

Tony Cashman

President and CEO

Tony founded CashmanKatz in 1992 and has grown it from a two-man start-up to a trusted strategic partner for national and international brands. His growth strategy has included the acquisition of a leading creative boutique and a video production company, as well as the development of separate operating companies in research and public affairs. Tony’s background includes public relations, media, management and sales roles at The Hartford Courant, ESPN and CBS.

Amanda Mueller

Partner, SVP, Client Services

With a background in both PR and account management, Amanda oversees client relationships, spearheads strategy and basically just runs things around here. Named one of Greater Hartford’s “Top Women in Business,” she’s a sought-after speaker on PR and social media topics. Amanda has been an integral part of the CK team for twenty years, leading and guiding clients such as BIC, Mylanta, CT DOT and ASSA ABLOY, to name just a few. Before CK, Amanda worked with megabrands IBM and Sam Adams Boston Beer Co. at Clarke & Company in Boston.

Eric Cavoli

Partner, SVP, Creative Director

Eric has propelled CashmanKatz to a go-to creative partner for national brands – often winning assignments over much larger agencies. Starting out writing jingles for car dealers, he’s since created highly effective and awarded campaigns for Timex, Estroven, MassMutual, Textron, BIC, Mylanta and many more. He is a frequent guest speaker on branding and creativity, and lead branding for the locally famous Wood-n-Tap Bar and Grill chain, for which he was paid in beer.

Eric Schweighoffer

SVP, Media Director

Eric’s approach to planning is both highly analytic and creative, resulting in innovative media programs that deliver on promises in unexpected ways. He was raised in the media business at several NYC agencies, including Young & Rubicam, working on leading brands like Kraft/General Foods, U.S. Postal Service and Adidas. He’s also held media director roles at regional agencies and led an in-house agency for a large retail mattress chain.

Julie Nicholson

Director of Public Relations

Publicist, media relations specialist, blogger, PR strategist, Julie has more than two decades of experience creating innovative earned media programs for brands in a wide array of industries. Developing strong relationships with clients and media pros, she’s garnered extensive placements including guest appearances on The Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS Early Show, Fox & Friends and The View.

David Kinney

Director of Production

Dave is CK’s content production quintuple threat: producer, director, shooter, editor and drone pilot. Assembling top production talent and the latest equipment, he’s built both a comprehensive production capability and a reputation for truly compelling storytelling. Dave was formerly a freelance producer, working on feature films like Sleepers. He also served as Executive Producer of the three-time Emmy award-winning series, Eating CT.

Christina Davis

Director of Social Media and Digital Analytics

Christina is a creative storyteller and a meticulous analyst. With a background in journalism and digital marketing, she brings both a deep understanding of analytics and a drive to genuinely connect with audiences. She is diligent about planning and has supreme attention to detail for our clients’ social and digital efforts – ensuring that campaigns are fresh and effective AND that our brand partners have a clear understanding of how their marketing is working. Her broad experience in traditional and digital marketing includes campaign management for consumer and B2B brands, both regionally and nationally.

Leaders

We are firm believers in the power of unexpected ideas and investors in the culture and process that creates them.

Tony Cashman

President and CEO

Amanda Mueller

Partner, SVP, Client Services

Eric Cavoli

Partner, SVP, Creative Director

Eric Schweighoffer

SVP, Media Director

Julie Nicholson

Director of Public Relations

David Kinney

Director of Production

Christina Davis

Director of Social Media and Digital Analytics

Our culture inspires you to be your true self. And your best self.