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About MDR Advertising
a Full-Service Advertising + Digital Marketing Agency

When something works, you keep it.

That’s why we’ve kept the same principles for the last five decades. And it’s why our clients hang around. MDR is founded upon partnerships that stick and ideas that work. So, while our office has grown and some faces have changed—our story hasn’t.

Tested & trusted by some of the strongest brands.

Founded on the simplest of principles. Do what's right.

YESTERDAY

& EVERY DAY

Looking to build your

in-house team?

 

Look no further. When you hire MDR, you get a vetted and experienced team driving your success on day one.

125

$ in Placed Media

750

$ in Client Revenue

12

Average Partnership

250

Average ROI

MEET YOUR NEW
FAVORITE PEOPLE

Our staff has roots in Corpus Christi, Houston and San Antonio.

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Sara Antonetz

Sr. Director Web Services

Sara oversees our Web Department where she’s able to flex her pixel prowess and organizational skills across multiple industries. Originally a graphic designer, her razor-sharp coding skills are accented by her keen eye for clean, user-friendly design. Her list of awards runs the gamut, excelling in industries from public education, industrial, arts and entertainment to retail and energy. But for clients, it is always her unmatched skill for meticulous real world problem-solving and her magnetic leadership skills that shine the brightest.

For over 12 years, Sara's web development and UX skills blend seamlessly with our client digital strategies for a consistently trackable experience. HIPAA certified and ADA compliant, she ensures a client’s digital footprint is both beautiful and inclusive from construction to launch.

NOTABLE CLIENT WORK:
USS Lexington Museum, Discover Kemah, Hogan Homes, NEC Co-op Energy, Rally Credit Union, Port of Corpus Christi, Halo Flight, Buc Days, Tour de Boerne, Driscoll Health System

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Nancy Zuniga

Sr. Director Client Services

A driving force behind the average 12-year tenure of MDR clients, Nancy has a natural rapport with clients and an amazing knack for decision-making that’s proven to be instrumental in coordinating winning efforts for many of the agency’s largest accounts. Previously a sign language interpreter, Nancy is a skilled listener and thoughtfully guides the Client Services team, overseeing their strategic account planning, development and first-rate campaign execution.

She believes collaboration is the key to successful marketing and the most rewarding part of her job is cultivating and nurturing those important relationships. From the biggest economic engine in the region to a nonprofit that provides food and shelter to our neighbors in need, Nancy ensures that every MDR client receives top-notch service and quality marketing that helps them reach their goals.

NOTABLE CLIENT WORK:
Rally Credit Union, CITGO, Corpus Christi Independent School District, HEB Tournament of Champions, Port of Corpus Christi, and Unique Employment & HR, Art Museum of South Texas and Buc Days

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Stephen Rybak

Principal & CCO

For over 20 years, Stephen has delivered award-winning brand work and led the development, direction and production of mass media advertising campaigns that deliver. While big problem-solving for both small startups and major brands, he accumulated 300+ industry creative awards and even named a Young Business Professional Top 40 under 40. He's helped steer the agncy through numerous challenges to be recognized as one of Inc. Magazine's Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America.

A proud marketing-degreed alum of Texas A & M University–CC, he continues to develop local graduate talent and give back to his hometown. Taking ownership in 2010, he brings the perfect blend of creativity and business acumen to the MDR equation. His results-based leadership has built the agency’s growing client roster. He continues to lead with his signature hands-on approach and actively problem solves for all MDR clients. He and his carefully assembled A-team of passionate, seasoned marketing and advertising professionals are known for getting the job done, right.

NOTABLE CLIENT WORK:
CITGO, Shiner Beers, HEB, Stripes, CHI Global, Whataburger, Rally Credit Union, CC Medical Center, Driscoll Health System, American Cancer Society, Port Aransas Tourism

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Jackie Swonke

Sr. Director Creative Strategy

Jackie has over 18 years of marketing and advertising experience, from both in-house and the agency side of the business. She’s worked closely with B2C and B2B clients in a range of industries, leading creative teams to build brands and develop award-winning ideas that become moving and effective marketing campaigns. She sees team collaboration as the key to newer, bigger, better; and she is sincerely delighted when she knows our work has struck a chord with a client. In her own words, "If we can catch them off-guard with the quality of our work, we’ve done our job."

From concept to production, her work expands from local to international, including industrial, manufacturing, oil and gas, grocery, retail, healthcare, food & beverage and more. She also brings her client-side experience to bear as a former in-house writer for Foley's and creative lead for Direct Energy. Jackie has spent the last decade leading diverse creative teams to design innovative and result driven strategies that achieve objectives and exceed expectations.

NOTABLE CLIENT WORK:
Foley's (Macy’s), ExpressJet, Star Furniture, Direct Energy, HEB Central Market, Champion Energy, CITGO, Port Aransas, St Mary’s University, Kemah, CCIA, Port of Corpus Christi, Water Street Restaurant Brands, Regional Transportation Authority, Rally Credit Union, Driscoll, NEC

Jennifer Hancock

Director of Finance

Jennifer Hancock is a seasoned financial expert with a rich background spanning corporate, manufacturing, government, and nonprofit sectors. Currently serving as Finance Manager at MDR, Jennifer leverages her extensive experience in cost accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting to drive financial strategy and operations.

Before joining MDR, Jennifer was the Controller at Majek Boat Works, where she managed critical accounting functions and conducted detailed financial analysis. Her role as an Accounting Consultant at Texas Notary Public allowed her to assist small enterprises and individuals with accounting, tax research, and business formation, showcasing her versatility and commitment to ethical business practices.

During her tenure as Director of Finance & Development at CANHelp, Jennifer significantly impacted the organization by leading financial initiatives, acquiring grants, and organizing major events like the Hopkins County Back to School Fair. Her strategic approach helped CANHelp transition to a paperless system, enhancing efficiency and transparency.

Jennifer's earlier roles include Corporate Accounting Consultant at Wynne Insurance Services, where she streamlined financial processes, and Accounting Manager at Merritt Insurance Services, where she improved operational efficiency. As Corporate Controller at CCSI, she presented financial statements and secured federal contracts, demonstrating her ability to collaborate effectively with senior management.

Her long-term role as Assistant Secretary-Treasurer at Heartland Security Insurance Group saw her managing consolidated financial statements and cash flow for multiple subsidiaries, while her early career at Hibbs-Hallmark & Company involved comprehensive accounting operations and internal controls.

Jennifer's skills in financial reporting, GAAP compliance, team leadership, and vendor management, combined with her proficiency in tools like QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel, underscore her comprehensive financial acumen. Her career is marked by a consistent drive for operational improvement and financial success across diverse industries.

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Quinton Smithwick

Media Director

Quinton, an ex-collegiate baseball player and Magna Cum Laude graduate of The University of Texas and St. Mary’s University is now a multi-faceted digital marketer with deep experience working with Fortune 500 companies in the hospital, healthcare technology, credit reporting, therapeutics, furniture and tourism industries.

With a growing list of digital marketing certifications and campaign accolades, he is also a certified product marketing manager in the fashion industry and has a background in research and data analysis which helps him guide touchpoint maps and digital strategies throughout a customer journey.

A true strategist at heart, Quinton is a critical thinker, an avid reader, and consummate researcher who loves to grow, learn and solve complex issues. He also brings his artistic flair for drawing and graphic design that round out a unique arsenal of skills and talents.

NOTABLE CLIENT WORK:
Unique HR, Corpus Christi International Airport, Regional Transportation Authority, Discover Kemah, Star Furniture, Driscoll Health System

Sherry Robeson

Sr. Director Marketing & Development

Sherry is a relentless, resourceful marketer. Her background in brand building and integrated marketing management helps her move easily from vision to strategy to high performance execution and outcomes. With her 18+ years experience leading regional strategies for Fortune 100 brands, she brings award-winning corporate brand management, new market development and field marketing finesse from her roles directing large scale efforts across diverse Texas geographies.

She believes the ability to listen and the capacity to innovate greatly impacts the power, strength and longevity of an established brand. It has been the “how” behind gaining competitive advantage and new market share throughout her career.

NOTABLE CLIENT WORK:
T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile, Gold’s Gym International, Gold’s Gym Express Sprint-Nextel, Whataburger, Taco Cabana, Corpus Christi Medical Center, Texas A&M University-CC, APBA, USWA, Miss Texas USA

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Ramon Patlan

Motion & Sound Designer

Jenna Ward

Sr. Media Manager

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Rebeka Eaton

Sr. Human Resources Manager

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Ruth Hirsch

Associate Creative Director

Complex subject matter. Sensitive issues. Constantly shifting goals. Over the past decade as a writer, Ruth has helped clients face these challenges and more for B2B, B2C, technical, and internal facing projects. Ruth has a reputation for being the ”yes, and…” creative that clients fight to have on their team because of an otherworldly ability to eloquently connect intent to outcomes.

She believes the one thing that rings true no matter what: successful communication starts with humanizing your target audience. Her mix of high emotional intelligence (EQ) and empathy come together to tailor messaging to the people who would be reading it.

Ruth’s experience spans industries and focus areas—from helping a Fortune 50 energy company usher in culture change among one of its largest internal groups, to creating compelling external campaign messaging for Daikin, the world’s No. 1 HVAC producer.

NOTABLE CLIENT WORK:
Daikin, Star Furniture, Direct Energy, Foley's (Macy’s), Champion Energy, CITGO, City of Portland, city of Kemah, CC International Airport, St. Mary’s University, Port of Corpus Christi, Regional Transportation Authority, Driscoll Children’s Hospital

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Sara Kilsby

Senior Art Director

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Alyssa Garza

Senior Designer

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Natalia Bily

Senior Art Director

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Ross Hoyt

Account Strategist

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Vanessa Kuykendall

Finance Associate

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Amal Adi

Senior Copywriter

Debra Estrada

Finance Associate

Grace Izaguirre

Traffic Manager

Carson Bourque

Design & Web Producer

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Venessa Santos-Garza

Account Strategist

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Rebecca Neblett

Account Strategist

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Jessica Guajardo

Account Strategist

Noe Garcia

Web Development Manager

Amanda Howell

Social Media Marketer

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Digital Media Buyer

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WORK THAT WINS

Our brand, campaign, web and multi-media work has garnered hundreds of industry awards at regional, national and international levels.

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Culture that never quits

After decades of attracting top talent who are experts in their craft, you begin to realize you must be doing something right. We’ve created a culture that celebrates differences, encourages collaboration and thrives on delivering results. A culture that breeds success and an energy that bonds lasting relationships with our clients.

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