Brendan Cumiskey Email & Phone Number

Brendan started his career at Dalton 18-years ago as a bright-eyed college graduate with an entry level position in account management; today he serves as the agency’s President. This ascension didn't happen overnight; he has lead a wide range of projects with countless clients in just about every category. And even after 18-years, Brendan loves coming to work; whether he is guiding clients through creating an evolved brand, producing fresh ideas that move people or losing in our Fantasy Football league yet again, he enjoys every day.As president, Brendan’s contributions to Dalton have played a pivotal role in growing the agency from a regional shop to having a national footprint in terms of its client roster. His current focus includes leading teams in pursuit of effective and efficient ways to meet clients' business objectives and finding human-based insights that provide a meaningful creative spark. Brendan truly enjoys fostering Dalton’s unique culture by giving employees a balance of professional purpose and a fun place to work.Brendan serves on the North American board of the Advertising Marketing International Network of independent advertising agencies, is a member of Wolfson Children's Hospital Development Council and serves on the University of North Florida's Executive Advisory Committee to the Communications Department. Brendan holds a master’s degree in integrated marketing from University of Wisconsin.

Dalton Agency

Brendan is a homegrown talent at the Dalton Agency, having worked his way up from an entry level position in account services to now embracing the role of VP of Strategy and Planning. Brendan created the agency's proprietary branding process, and spearheads brand strategy and planning for existing and new clients, as well as providing clients digital strategy and integrated planning. His role in the rebrand of the American Heart Association is a prime example of his ability to take clients to the next level. Brendan also heads up our research division called D-Lab, moderating and managing primary research projects. Don't let his laid-back attitude fool you. He brings a level of passion for helping his client succeed that is unmatched. Recognized by his peers and the business community, Brendan was recently named in the 2017, “40 Under 40” issue by the Jacksonville Business Journal, honoring the best and brightest rising stars in the Jacksonville business community. Brendan is a member of Wolfson Children's Hospital Development Council, and is a member of University of North Florida's Executive Advisory Committee to the Communications Department. Brendan holds a Master's Degree in Integrated Marketing from University of Wisconsin.

Master'S Degree, Journalism & Integrated Marketing

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies