People

Senior Brand Director SHE / HER

Andrea Cruz brings nearly 20 years of Account Management experience, partnering with brands from Fortune 500s to start-ups to shape their voice, tell compelling stories, and drive growth. She’s led campaigns for names like YETI, Vail Resorts, Chaco, Lyft, Howler Brothers, and Shiner Beer, with a people-first approach that builds trust and sparks creativity. Off the clock, she’s outdoors with her husband and two daughters hiking, biking, fishing, snowboarding, or indoors hunting in thrift shops with a cold beer in hand.

Founder / CEO He / Him

Andy is the visionary behind Fortnight Collective. His experience as CMO of Victors & Spoils, Managing Director of TBWA\Chiat\Day NY, and VP/Account Director at CP+B, plus roles at BBH NEW York, Ogilvy New York, and London inspired him to create the BrandHack – combining the best industry talent with limited time to make great work. His work on brands such as IBM, Miller Lite, Microsoft Windows, McDonald’s, and Smirnoff has led to a variety of award-winning campaigns including Cannes Lions, Effies, One Show, and ANDY Awards. When Andy’s not working, he’s wrangling kids, skiing, and coaching lacrosse.

Senior Art Director HE / HIM

Brando is a Colorado native with over 12 years of experience in art direction and design, developing creative work for brands like American Airlines, Hershey’s, and Domino’s. Refusing to succumb to dull moments, Brando expresses his sense of humor through t-shirt and hat designs, paints portraits of his french bulldog, and passes the savings from making his own candles on to his dog’s college fund.

President He / Him

Devin wears many hats at Fortnight, two of the most integral being his strategic account leadership for our clients and his mentorship of our account team. His leadership is critical to our success as he brings a wealth of experience creating culture-shifting award-winning campaigns with brands such as Infiniti, Verizon, Domino’s, Wendy’s, American Express, Kraft, Samsung, and Microsoft’s suite of brands at some of the world’s leading agencies (CP+B, McCann, Leo Burnett, Hill Holiday). Devin resides in Boulder, CO with his wife and daughter. He enjoys working out, teaching spin classes, riding motorcycles, all NY sports teams, and anything 80/90’s metal music.

Creative Director: Copywriter HE / HIM

Drake is an associate creative director and writer who loves using creativity to solve problems. When he isn’t writing, he’s a photographer and a lacrosse coach. He also has a lot of shoes and figuring out where to keep them all is a problem he hasn’t solved yet.

Brand Manager SHE / HER

Grace brings a dynamic mix of account management, project coordination and event production experience to her role as Brand Manager. With a track record of keeping projects on time and clients at ease, she thrives on turning big ideas into well-executed campaigns. Outside the office, Grace is an explorer of live music, local eats and far-off destinations. A passionate reader of mystery and fantasy, she’s also sharpening her crochet skills slowly, but enthusiastically.

Chief Financial Officer She / Her

Jen has the challenging role of balancing our books while providing strategic guidance for company growth. She started her career as a CPA in public accounting at KPMG LLP, auditing Fortune 500 companies in CT and NYC.  After leaving the public accounting world, she worked in international financial reporting for FutureBrand, a branding company in New York. She then spent ten years in international finance at PepsiCo.   Originally, from the East Coast, Jen enjoys exploring the West in her Airstream with her husband, three kids and three dogs.  If not camping, you’ll find her in the garden or cooking up a storm in the kitchen.

Senior Brand Director She / Her

Jen brings a creative eye and strategic thinking to brand management. Originally from the freezing cold state of Minnesota, Jen now lives in the foothills of Boulder, where her love of animals has resulted in, what most would call, a small farm.

Staff Accountant SHE / HER

Katie is part of the finance team, bringing 8 years of accounting and operations experience in advertising. She has a diverse background, having received her BFA, and previous careers as an art teacher and in hospitality management. Katie is also an avid home cook and collects one-a-kind vintage jewelry and clothing.

Senior Brand Director She / Her

Kelly brings a unique background of over 15 years of advertising, marketing, and project management experience on both the agency and client-side. She is a Colorado native, born and raised in Boulder, CO, and embraces the active Colorado lifestyle. If not out and about you can find Kelly in the kitchen mixing up new recipes or planning her next DIY home project.

Art Director SHE / HER

Lizzie is an Art Director and Designer with a love for print design. When Lizzie’s not making posters, you can find her hitting the slopes on a pair of skis or practicing her skills in aerial trapeze.

Creative Director / Head of Design He / Him

Matt’s eye for design sets Fortnight apart. Originally from the midwest, Matt’s fallen in love with the mountains and enjoys hiking, camping, snowboarding, mountain biking, and playing the banjo as well as other Colorado cliches. 

Creative Director - Copywriter She / Her

Mona leads creative work for brand hacks and AOR clients. She’s been writing since she could hold a crayon. She grew up in countries around the world, giving her insight into multiple points of view. She’s also a certificated Hot Air Balloonist. She’s crashed only once.

Producer SHE / HER

Rachel boasts over 13 years of experience with a portfolio that includes high-profile campaigns like Planter’s Super Bowl commercial to more localized initiatives for Colorado-based companies. In her leisure time, she enjoys the great outdoors with her canine companions and tending to her pet chickens. 

Senior Director of Strategy & Insights SHE / HER

With over 14 years of experience in branding, PR, advertising, and market research, Sam blends analytical rigor with creative flair to drive strategies and inspire action. Sam’s work with clients includes Gillette, Ford, and more. In her free time, she enjoys translating observations and insights into cartoons and poems.

Jr. Strategist SHE / HER

Sofia is part of the strategy team, where her background in anthropology and passion for creative thinking help her explore how people engage with brands and design. Her curiosity drives her to dig deep and ask the right questions. Outside the office, she’s usually in motion, skiing, cycling, running, or immersed in an art project.

Associate Creative Director - Art Director She / Her

Steph joins Fortnight Collective from CP+B where she created campaigns for brands like Hotels.com and Domino’s. When she’s not learning new Photoshop tricks, you can probably find Steph in her garden.

Strategy Director SHE / HER

Sydney has spent the last decade building brands with guts and ideas that move culture. From e.l.f. Beauty and Lyft to Domino’s, Keter, Visible by Verizon, and PepsiCo, she’s helped brands choose the bold path that moves people, not just products.

Grounded in people and powered by culture, Sydney’s approach turns insight into impact and connection into growth. When she’s not dissecting brands, she’s likely teaching a workout class, rock climbing, or lost in a wellness podcast.

Brand Supervisor He / Him

When Trevor’s not helping clients implement marketing campaigns to drive business growth, you can find him ripping some mountain bike single track or enjoying 10+ minute jams from his favorite band.