More experienced.
For category leaders—and those who aspire to lead—MiresBall provides trusted creative expertise drawn from 30+ years of work with global brands. With a balance of passion and pragmatism, we give organizations the confidence to aim higher and achieve more.
What we do.
And why it matters.
Define brands.
What do you stand for?
What is your value in the market?
How are you different, memorable, and recognizable?
Tools & solutions:
- Research
- Brand strategy
- Naming
- Visual identity
- Taglines/Messaging
- Style guidelines
Activate brands.
How do you tell your story?
How do you reach your audience?
How do you foster interaction and engagement?
Tools & solutions:
- Packaging
- Advertising
- Corporate communications
- Websites
- Events/Environments
- Photography/Video
Behind the work.
We’re a group of designers, artists, writers, strategists, big thinkers, dog lovers, and digital natives committed to helping brands do more.
John Ball
Principal / Creative Director
With over thirty years of design experience, John is known for work that balances strategic, practical thinking with an intuitive creative approach.
He has led high-profile projects for Fortune 100 brands, helped innovative startups get off the ground, and directed a brand revitalization for legendary American audio icon Shure. He also served as director for the Lux Art Institute, overseeing its branding and communication efforts for fifteen years.
His work has been recognized by organizations including Communication Arts, AIGA, Graphis, ReBrand, and The American Association of Museums.
Holly Houk
Managing Director
Holly is an agency veteran with keen creative instincts, a passion for client work, and a deep well of experience in photography and video production.
With an eye for contemporary culture, she has spent over sixteen years driving solutions for a diverse collection of marquee brands in the music, beverage, luxury, and technology industries.
Holly is also an accomplished illustrator whose work has been featured in W magazine, Robb Report and Vanity Fair.
“They were able to think outside of the box and create a campaign that is different from others we have run.”
Global Marketing Manager
Microphone Manufacturer
“They’re very responsive and well-organized. … It feels like we’re just as much of a priority as their larger clients.”
Christy White
Owner, Christy White Associates
“I default to MiresBall when I want a partner that’s intimately involved with brand strategy.”
Jim Stuart
Partner, Matter Real Estate Group
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