Ex-Flying Dog CMO Teams up with Former Harvey Agency Lead to Create “Snackshop”; A Baltimore-Based Full-Service Brand Consultancy.

May 1, 2024: [Baltimore] Ben Savage, former Flying Dog CMO, and John Makowski, ex-EVP Creative Director for the Harvey Agency (handling the likes of P&G, McCormick, and Covergirl), are kicking off a new venture:
Snackshop, a full-service brand strategy and creative boutique and consultancy.

Nestled among the vibrant creative energy of Baltimore's Hampden/Woodberry neighborhoods, Snackshop will focus on uncovering and amplifying what sets both evolving and established brands apart. Blending over 30 years of expertise in strategy, creative, brand and innovation, Savage and Makowski are offering a wealth of multi-disciplinary expertise to a fresh portfolio of partners.

Savage, pivotal in elevating Flying Dog Brewery during his 14-year tenure, mastered the art of architecting attention-grabbing brand experiences and impactful strategic partnerships. Meanwhile, Makowski was key in shaping the creative and commercial success of both Fortune 500’s and regional brands, repeatedly ushering in wins across diverse sectors while also claiming national awards from Communication Arts, The Dieline, Neilsen and many more.

Snackshop is the synthesis of Savage and Makowski’s passion for pushing brands beyond the ordinary. Emerging as full-service marketing boutique and consultancy, Snackshop is ready to cut through the mundane,
delivering strategy, creative development, ideation, and consultation to brands in food & beverage, bev-alc,hospitality, retail, and consumer package goods who are craving more.

Snackshop isn’t just mixing flavors; it’s where Savage’s insider brand playbook meets Makowski’s award- winning creative streak. “We’ve never been suit-and-tie execs hanging out in corner offices. We’re here to get in the trenches with you,” Makowski throws down, challenging the typical agency bait-and-switch around senior talent. Savage adds, “It’s a game-changer having us directly in the mix. We’re applying our combined wisdom to stretch creative limits and help your brand take the smart risks. We’re aiming for nothing less than
extraordinary victories for our clients.”

“In today’s wild world, every curve and shift leave us re-inspired.  Since we started teaming up over a decade ago, we’ve been embracing every shift as another opportunity to breakthrough with inventive work. We’re constantly charged up to redefine what’s possible, creating novel ways of stitching together narratives that grip” Makowski states.

With Snackshop hitting the scene, Savage and Makowski are offering brands a path to unlock a new confidence in their own narrative potential, not just for growth but for the thrill of uncovering the joys of branding. “Our collaboration is about harnessing different perspectives to hit remarkable results for our partners,” Savage concludes, promising that teaming up with Snackshop will go beyond partnership—it will be enjoyable and pretension free journey in discovering your brand’s sweet spot.

To find out more about what Snackshop is cooking up, go to www.snackshopforever.com