ABOUT OUR AGENCY

ABOUT US

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We (TAG – originally The Ad/venture Group) are a full-service marketing & advertising agency that relentlessly strategizes actions to help our clients reach their goals and objectives, share their message, promote their ideas, and make their organization the best it can be. We are client-focused and creatively driven. We’re innovative, unique, engaging, and armed with the knowledge, resources, and vitality to build brands that last in this ever-changing landscape of marketing and advertising.

Meet Our Team

HUMANS & DOGS WORKING TO BRING MARKETING STRATEGY TO CANADA (then the world).

Each member of our talented team brings a valuable piece of expertise to the table. From accounting and budget management, to design and account services, each member wears multiple hats to get the job done. Scroll down to find out more!

Bruno D'Angelo

Principle Managing Director and Creative Director

The owner and president of The Ad/venture Group founded in 1995. Following the successful completion of the Nordic World Ski Championships, he founded the company with the specific goal of providing a host of marketing and sponsorship services to the Northern Ontario region. A graduate of the Business Marketing program at Confederation College, he has a strong sense not only for management but also the creative thought necessary to provide complete & effective marketing strategies to his clients. Bruno’s background also includes doing the marketing for Intercity Shopping Centre (Campeau Corporation, Cambridge Shopping Centres), Keskus Mall (Nu-west Developments), and hotel management for Ramada Inn of Canada. Bruno is a strong supporter of local Thunder Bay businesses, and is a proud member of Thunder Bay Executives.

Maria D'Angelo

Principle Event Marketing, Administration and Chief Financial Officer

Maria has a background in accounting and business management, a graduate of Lakehead University; she has worked for large corporations such as OnTrac in addition to various small businesses. Currently, she oversees general management and planning required for all of TAG clients and events. Her coordination skills are unsurpassed and she has a variety of skills including accounting, graphic design, event planning, fund raising, and corporate sponsorship.

Art Director

Farida is a talented and gifted graphic artist. Her accumulated knowledge and experience makes her an exceptional web designer and multi-media artist. She has been part of TAG since 2004 and has contributed to many of our successful print and web campaigns. Completing her diploma at the Aptech Institute-Arene Multimedia in Mumbai, India gives Farida a unique and desirable edge. Farida’s better half is an extremely talented and ambitious Chef, she has moved all over the globe with him, and currently works from Tucson, Arizona.

Client Marketing Director

Vaid joined us in April 2023 with a Bachelor of Management Studies and a Diploma in Brand Management and Marketing Communication from India, as well as a Diploma in Digital Marketing and Marketing Analytics from Confederation College. She uses this diverse educational background along with 5 years of experience across banking, operations, and marketing to provide a strong foundation in client service. Her strategic thinking and analytical skills were further refined during her role as a Governor on the Confederation College Board of Governors. She is always ready to break marketing molds to give the best results to our clients.

Client Marketing Coordinator

Sina brings a versatile mix of strategic thinking, research, and creative insight to TAG’s strategy consulting team. With an MBA from Lakehead University and a background in business and marketing, he specializes in helping organizations clarify their vision, shape compelling brand narratives, and build campaigns that connect with real people.

At TAG, Sina works across sectors—from civic campaigns and Indigenous-led initiatives to local businesses—supporting everything from long-term strategic plans to day-to-day communications. He’s known for asking the right questions, distilling complexity into clarity, and keeping both the big picture and the small details in view.

Marketing / Events Assistant

Drishti is a Marketing Assistant at TAG who supports content creation, campaign coordination, and social media projects. With a background in digital marketing and design, she enjoys working behind the scenes to help bring ideas to life and keep projects organized. Drishti is curious, detail-oriented, and always eager to learn something new in the creative process. Outside of work, Drishti can often be found reading a book, dabbling in digital art, or finding inspiration in films and everyday details.

Marketing Assistant

Tanzila is a marketing professional with over eight years of global experience across India, the Middle East, and Canada. Now a Marketing Assistant at TAG Creative Strategy and a Digital Marketing graduate from Confederation College, she began her journey in Canada creating campaigns at the college that connected students globally.

She blends creativity, strategy, and data to turn ideas into meaningful stories that spark community engagement. With a strong design sense and a global outlook, she brings purpose and impact to every project.

Outside work, Tanzila is a certified makeup artist who sees content creation as her creative playground. She leads with kindness, works with intention, and never stops learning.

Event & Marketing Coordinator

After graduating from the Interactive Media Development (IMD) program at Confederation College in Thunder Bay, Kylee has built a career in graphic design, social media management, and creative storytelling over the past six years. At TAG Creative Strategy, she uses her skills to help clients bring their events and marketing initiatives to life in ways that connect with audiences and support their goals.

When she’s not behind a screen, Kylee can be found working hands-on with her horses, sharing her love of them through horse-drawn carriage rides, and supporting the Shriners through her involvement and work.

Research Analyst

Leena is a Research Analyst at TAG who enjoys understanding people, exploring different perspectives, and figuring out what drives decisions. Her studies in economics, management, and communications combined with research and small business experience shape her interest in research, strategy, and meaningful communication. She holds an MSc in Management from Lakehead University and a PG Certificate in PR and Communications from York University, with experience in both qualitative and quantitative research. She enjoys turning insights into practical strategies and ideas that help clients better understand their goals.  

Originally from Nepal, Leena loves spending time in nature and especially misses the mountains and trekking trails back home. She loves spending time with her family and her dog.  

OUR WORK BUDDIES

Puppy Patrol

Frankie patrols the office making sure all the staff are greeted with a waggling tail and offers cuddles to anyone in need of a little stress relief. He is also a certified woofer acting as the agency doorbell and can proudly say he has caught the mailman.

Health & Happiness Manager

Charlie has been with the Tucson office since 2017. Besides bringing joy, Charlie makes sure our designer remembers to walk around every hour or so to maintain good health and happiness!

Lead Paperwork Obstruction Specialist

Celeste takes great pride in her work of laying on important paperwork you need right that second and startling staff as she jumps up on their desks just to say hi. She enjoys assisting those wearing black in accessorizing with a splash of white fur.

Our Partnerships & Affiliations

TAG belongs to industry associations that keep our team ahead of the curve and well connected. Our affiliations enable us to source products, services, technology and talent on the national and international stage. A powerful tool that gives our clients a world-class edge.

The Canadian Agency Network
CanSPEP
Second Wind

Join Our Team

We’re not actively hiring at the moment, but we’re always interested in connecting with talented, creative, and passionate individuals.

If our agency’s work resonates with you and you’d like to be considered for future opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Feel free to send us your resume, portfolio, or a brief introduction telling us a little about yourself and what you’d bring to the team.

Sometimes, one conversation is all it takes!

Email us at info@tagcreativestrategy.com

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