Addis

Addis is a brand and advertising agency based in Berkeley, California, serving the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. The agency has been operating for over 30 years, focusing on helping companies become meaningful brands by creating positive change. Addis works with purpose-driven clients who aim to make a positive impact on their industry and people's lives.

The agency is independent, meaning it is beholden only to its team and clients. Addis has a team size of 50 to 100 employees. It offers a range of services including branding, advertising, digital campaigns, package design, brand naming, and website development. The agency does not limit itself to a typical capabilities list and often takes on non-traditional challenges.

Addis serves a variety of clients, from startups to established tech brands. For example, it built the entire Verlasso brand from the ground up and has worked with Audi of America on specific projects. The agency also helped name Shutterfly before the founders knew the exact business model. For snack brands Popchips and Somersaults, Addis contributed to product development as well as branding.

The agency has conducted workshops for tech brands like Equinix and Guavus to build a culture around what it calls "Brand Instinct." Addis may act as a primary agency for some clients or handle recurring projects for others. It also offers work-for-equity arrangements for startups raising capital.

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Addis's portfolio includes a wide range of projects, from full brand creation to targeted campaigns. The agency emphasizes collaboration and values every interaction with audiences, whether through a 30-second spot, digital campaign, or website.