Only 1% of marketing firms are owned by women, and we’re proud to be among that minority. From founding the “un-agency” in 2016 and co-founding Crux-Xcelerate three years later, to her board service with Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Arvest Bank, The University of Kansas Advancement Board at the University of Kansas Medical Center, and the Children's Mercy Kansas City Research Institute Advisory Council, Melea exemplifies what it means to be a female leader in the #KC community. Congrats to Melea McRae and the Ingram's Magazine 2024 Class of Women Executives—Kansas City. #WeKC #FindYourCrux #WomenExecutives #FemaleFounders
Crux KC
Advertising Services
Kansas City, Missouri 2,900 followers
Everything you need. Nothing you don't.
About us
Crux is the “un-agency,” a radical rethink of what marketing can and should be. Our fractional CMOs, surrounded by a squad of specialists, focus on what truly drives a business forward – a high-performance machine built for branding, messaging, content, communications, digital marketing and paid media – to elevate brands, amplify missions and empower people.
- Website
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http://www.cruxkc.com
External link for Crux KC
- Industry
- Advertising Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2016
- Specialties
- Strategy, Branding, Content, Public Relations, Social Media, Business Development, Marketing, SEO, Analytics, and Digital Marketing
Locations
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Primary
2380 McGee St
Suite 350
Kansas City, Missouri 64108, US
Employees at Crux KC
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Ethan Whitehill
President + CCO. In-house marketing, outsourced.
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Brooke Barrier
Brand Strategy Director | Creative Leader | Verbal Identity Specialist | Storyteller
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Michael Malone
People, Thought & Change Leader
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Janine Presley Smiley (She/Her)
Executive Communications Leader, Reputation Management
Updates
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Curious how your marketing is performing? We’re sharing info on the metrics that matter to ensure the data never becomes daunting. https://hubs.la/Q02GcFYv0
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Today we celebrate our “8 is Great” birthday at Crux and reflect on our 8 pivotal moments over the past 8 years: 1️⃣ Cutting the ribbon on our very first office in The Creamery Building in the Crossroads 2️⃣ Launching our Crux for a Cause pro-bono marketing program with People of All Colors Succeed (POAC Succeed) 3️⃣ Celebrating our Super Bowl-winning Kansas City Chiefs overlooking the parade at Crux HQ at 2345 Grand Blvd …TWICE! 4️⃣ Toasting our first Inc. Magazine 5000 win in Phoenix 5️⃣ Recording and launching our first episode of our podcast, “To The Point” (https://hubs.la/Q02FB_cG0) 6️⃣ Moving to our new HQ, tripling our space and then doubling it 1.5 years later with an office expansion to accommodate our Ferrari-fast growth 7️⃣ Being named a 3x Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Top 10 Small Business, a 2x Kansas City Business Journal Champion of Business and the top outsourced marketing firm in KC 8️⃣ Fueling business growth for 200+ clients inside and outside of KC Cheers to everyone that’s contributed to us achieving this milestone and to the years ahead!
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We’re on the hunt for some social media mavericks to... 📝 craft compelling content, 🎨 design show-stopping visuals, and 🏁 drive engagement faster than a red Ferrari! Join the coolest un-agency in town: https://hubs.la/Q02FgYZV0
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Transparency is more than just some buzzword—it’s the key to effective leadership. Don’t miss our latest podcast episode where Ethan Whitehill sits down with Aviva Ajmera who explains how “crucial conversations” can build loyalty on your team: https://hubs.la/Q02DWV7v0 #ToThePointPod SoLVE KC
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This year, our team is focused on belonging, and in honor of Pride Month, we’re sharing their perspectives and highlighting organizations committed to fostering a sense of belonging in our community. Art Director Shaun Friesen feels pride as his LGBTQ+ family members, friends and colleagues live their lives out loud each and every day. He’s inspired by their courage to share their individual truths – their PRIDE – with him and the world. If this sounds like someone you’d want to work alongside, come work for us! https://hubs.la/Q02zvQM50 #PrideMonth #TeamCrux
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🚨NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🚨 Aviva Ajmera, Founder & CEO at SoLVE KC, sits down with Crux President & CCO Ethan Whitehill to discuss how trust and transparency topple team challenges, and why leaders must get comfortable with crucial conversations. 🎧 Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gqTybA5b #ToThePointPod
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This year, our team is focused on belonging, and in honor of Pride Month, we’re sharing their perspectives and highlighting organizations committed to fostering a sense of belonging in our community. Client CMO Jillian Wenburg says Pride is about honoring the bravery of those who live authentically while supporting the ongoing fight for equality. From conversations about inclusivity to challenging assumptions, Jillian believes we can create a world where everyone feels safe to be themselves. There’s no better place to be your authentic self than at Crux. Check out our open roles: https://hubs.la/Q02zvSgs0 #PrideMonth #TeamCrux
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This year, our team is focused on belonging, and in honor of Pride Month, we’re sharing their perspectives and highlighting organizations committed to fostering a sense of belonging in our community. Graphic Designer Zack Littell never felt like he belonged—that is, until he met members of the LGBTQ+ community who made him feel accepted for the first time. Because of that, he will always amplify others’ voices and work towards a world where everyone can be themselves without fear. Team Crux is always looking for culture champions. Come see what roles we’re hiring for: https://hubs.la/Q02zvNg50 #PrideMonth #TeamCrux
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It's official: We have the BEST interns in the game! Welcome Audrey, Ian, Mallory and Maria, and congrats on completing your first week on #TeamCrux! We can’t wait to see all you’ll accomplish this summer. #FindYourCrux
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