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Above all, marketing is an issue of stewardship.

The wisdom of Dr. Seuss and branding.

Check out First Container. It's a captivating story you need to know.

Why you should think of homepages like your front porch.

Simplify to control. Control to simplify.

How "fit" hurts entrepreneurs. And their investors.

The eternal truth of brand truth.

Us

  • Who we are

    The Utmost Group is a branding, marketing and integrated marketing communications resource based in Metro Detroit, Michigan.

    Our passions are working with nonprofits, social entrepreneurs and like-minded marketers. We’re happy to serve as leaders, team members, advisors or mentors.

  • What we do

    Branding. Benchmarking, strategic planning and brand architecture.
    Marketing. Planning, research, management and execution.
    IMC. Investment planning, strategy, offline, online and social media.
    Communications. Strategy, audits and implementation.
    Promotion. Planning, strategic partnerships and co-marketing.

  • How we help

    Effective branding for do-gooders must concurrently connect on a logical and emotional level.

    To achieve this, we employ the following brand engagement system:
    Discover. The unique brand truth.
    Align. People, plans and partners.
    Develop. Cohesive, flexible programs.
    Refine. With continuous feedback.

You

  • Nonprofit Organizations

    Those serving the greater good are held to a higher standard. And rightfully so. Marketing needs to do more, so more people can be served.

    If you’re a nonprofit marketer who wants better results from the donations you’re entrusted with, we invite you to learn more about us.

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  • Social Entrepreneurs

    Ever wonder why there’s so little experienced, professional help available for branding and marketing your social enterprise? Now there is.

    If you’re a social entrepreneur who wants your marketing to match the ambition of your dreams, we invite you to learn more about us.

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  • Like-minded Marketers

    We believe in the power of partnerships. We can serve as an engagement leader, or a team member. Either role is fine with us.

    If you’re a design, production, PR or digital media firm who wants to improve the quality of your work… and your value to clients…let’s talk.

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