NICK BRUCKER With a bachelor’s degree in business administration and marketing, a master’s degree in mass media and communications, and his own determination, Nick Brucker had all of the tools he needed to create Sparq Designs. Developing and executing strategic marketing plans for regional, national, and global brands, Brucker and his team “give creative individuals the opportunities to be successful in their own skin.” He adds, “We’ve been extremely fortunate when finding great people who have helped develop a corporate culture for the company. The most gratifying part of starting this business is building a team to scale and grow at a larger level.” And grow it has! In 2017, Sparq Designs is poised to receive the honor of being one of Pittsburgh’s fastest growing companies. The new goal is to become one of the top marketing agencies in Pittsburgh, in the next three years, and even open a second location in Youngstown, Ohio. In addition to the team’s hard work and perseverance, a major reason for the company’s success is the fact that it started in Pittsburgh. “I enjoy the opportunities that Pittsburgh has to offer,” Brucker says. “It is a great place to start a business, and meet driven and passionate people who are willing to help one another out. It is a city that has a great deal of talent when it comes to art, culture, food, and music.” For more information, visit sparqdesigns.com.
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