Department finalizes fifth purchase of the year, acquiring design-focused studio ShopTalk
A Try-Scoundrel Move: Dept's Smart Takeover of ShopTalk
It's fer crying out loud, folks! The Netherlands isn't messing around with its advertising game anymore! Dept, the mastermind behind many an effective ad campaign, has boldly expanded its U.K. operations by snatching up the brand and design experience studio, ShopTalk.
Don't you worry – the nimble team of 15 creatives at ShopTalk won't be disappearing anytime soon! The merger will see this dynamic duo, James Wood and Paul Ferry, co-branding as ShopTalk/Dept, all while maintaining their London base.
Founded in 2017 and boasting an impressive client roster such as Arm, Heinz, Innocent, and Piëch, ShopTalk's recent projects have included an edgy NFT campaign for Southampton FC and a full digital-first rebrand for Braemar's shipping investment consultancy. The revamped Braemar now flaunts a snazzy tone of voice, distinctive visual identity, and gleaming new website that's bound to rake in the sailors (clients)!
Brace yourself, world, because it seems that Dept is on a roll with this ShopTalk acquisition, and we can't wait to see what refreshed, jaw-dropping projects they'll cook up next!
With the latest acquisition of ShopTalk, Dept is poised to revolutionize its business operations in the realm of finance and technology, promising novel, anticipated collaborations in the industry. The ShopTalk/Dept union, headed by James Wood and Paul Ferry, will undoubtedly delve into innovative ventures, such as marketing NFTs, to expand their clientele and cement their position in the rapidly evolving digital marketplace.
