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Don’t put off marketing
Clients Eleazar Ruiz Clients Eleazar Ruiz

Don’t put off marketing

Phew, these past few weeks have been a rollercoaster! So, get this - every year, our team picks a theme that kinda sums up what we need to zero in on.

This time around, we went with “marketing.” Why?

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Intersections: A Panel on Latin Art & Design
Clients Odd Notion Clients Odd Notion

Intersections: A Panel on Latin Art & Design

Immerse yourself in an evening celebrating the vibrant world of Latin American art and design. We're thrilled to host Dominican designers Javier Reyes and Eleazar Ruiz, both trailblazers who've founded their own design practices. They'll share their unique journeys, exploring how their Latin American roots have profoundly influenced their creative processes and shaped their remarkable careers.

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Design Month PDX Announces Dream Night
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Design Month PDX Announces Dream Night

In partnership with AIGA Portland and Design Month PDX, join Eleazar Ruiz, Founder and Creative Director of Odd Notion, and Nkosana Moyo, storyteller at Adidas, for an engaging evening exploring the powerful intersection of design, activism, and impact.

They'll share ideas and inspiration on how creatives can meaningfully engage with their communities.

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A New Identity for “BIPOC Adoptees”
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A New Identity for “BIPOC Adoptees”

In 2022, Liana Soifer, a transracial adoptee born in South Korea and raised in Oregon, approached Odd Notion with a vision. Her goal was to transform her fundraiser campaign for a docuseries exploring BIPOC adoptees' lives into a media company.

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A New Identity for “My Daddy’s Sauce”
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A New Identity for “My Daddy’s Sauce”

Back in 2021, we met Willis Anderson III, a retired chef who was selling his homemade BBQ sauce at farmers markets. Seeing the potential in his product, we encouraged Willis to apply for our Dream Night initiative, which helps minority-led brands with branding and websites.

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The Idea Camp
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The Idea Camp

Ever wanted to develop your idea into a plan? Sign up for this intensive entrepreneurship camp and join founder and creative director at Odd Notion, Eleazar Ruiz, along with many other seasoned entrepreneurs. They will be coaching and teaching during a three-day event.

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A New Identity for “Our Next Keller” Campaign
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A New Identity for “Our Next Keller” Campaign

The Keller Auditorium, a historic cultural landmark in downtown Portland, faced the possibility of either renovation or replacement. Our Next Keller campaign aimed to secure City Council approval for the renovation by demonstrating broad community support and the myriad benefits of preserving this iconic venue.

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