We help organizations expand their field of vision through insights and ideas that drive impact.
Evolv is a cultural intelligence studio that creates brave new ideas for an ever-evolving world. Because the moment demands more than clever campaigns — it calls for work that moves with culture, not behind it.
WE ARE A COLLECTIVE OF STRATEGISTS, DESIGNERS, PRACTITIONERS, AND PRAGMATISTS UNITED BY A DEEP COMMITMENT TO CRAFTING WORK THAT’S HONEST, INCLUSIVE, AND HUMAN.
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We care about people — what serves them, how they're impacted, and why. We partner with brands, nonprofits, and institutions that share our commitment to leading with empathy and driving positive change through culture, community, and growth.
TL-DR: WE HELP BRANDS DO MORE THAN MARKET. WE HELP THEM MATTER. OUR WORK IGNITES GROWTH, MOVES PEOPLE, AND RESONATES FAR BEYOND THE MOMENT.
Rooted in cultural intelligence, we specialize in strategy, content, and design that deepens perspective and clarifies action—helping mission-driven teams and leaders navigate uncertainty, respond to cultural change, and spark transformation across individuals, communities, and culture.
Our Capabilities include:
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Quantitative & Qualitative Research Design, Facilitation, & Reporting
Audience Insights
Experience/Journey Mapping
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Creative Idea/Program Development
Thought Leadership & Content Development
Experience & Audience Activation
Comms & Messaging Strategy
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Design Thinking Facilitation
Internal Research & Organizational Activation
Cultural Intelligence Practice Building
Story Labs & Impact Storytelling Training
HERE’S A GLIMPSE OF WHAT WE’VE BUILT, AND WE’RE JUST GETTING STARTED…
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![A mother kissing her baby on the cheek with text about renewing Medicaid coverage.]()
Meridian Health of Illinois: Better for Us
Integrated Brand & Campaign Strategy
Qualitative Research Design & Moderation
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![Collage featuring diverse models with various hairstyles, vibrant fruits like figs and oranges, aloe vera leaves, and delicate flowers.]()
Shea Moisture
Cultural Intelligence
Integrated Business Strategy & Growth Planning
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![Three adults and a child in a classroom setting, engaged in a group activity with markers and a clipboard. One adult is wearing a "Chicago Blackhawks" hoodie. A woman is sitting and writing at a table.]()
City of Chicago: Cycle Breakers
Qualitative Research Design & Moderation
Cultural Intelligence
Creative Strategy
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![A person wearing a colorful hoodie glances back over their shoulder, with the text "Black voices deserve to be heard." displayed at the bottom.]()
Gushers: Black Voices Create
Creative Strategy
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![A modern living room with a blue accent wall, gray couch, and armchair, decorated with colorful pillows and a geometric-patterned rug. There's a brass coffee table, wall-mounted TV, indoor plants, wall art, and bookshelves. Large windows let in natural light, and a stylish ceiling light fixture is visible.]()
Lowe's
Cultural Intelligence
Competitive Intelligence
Style Trend Forecasting & Lookbook
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![Three bottles of Kevita Herbal Spritzer in different flavors: Harmony Peach Elderflower, Serene Chamomile Lavender, and Refresh Orange Sage.]()
PepsiCo: The Future of Fermentation
Innovation Mapping & Market Analysis
Global Cultural Intelligence
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![Books titled "Future of Giving 2020" with illustrations and text about climate change, displayed on a pink background. The cover features interlocking hands and a heart graphic.]()
The Future of Giving
Thought Leadership
Cultural Intelligence
Primary Research Design, Moderation & Reporting
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The Heritage Tours: Creative Visioning Workshop
Cultural Intelligence
Brand Vision Mapping
Stakeholder Alignment & Business Objective-Setting
