Work
We've Got Your Story
Work
We've Got Your Story
We believe the future of branding and advertising lies in creating bridges built on meaning and purpose between consumers and brands. Flexible like a yogi about the path to your solution, reliable like the North Star about the destination.
Let us take you there.
About
About Us
About
About Us
Agile.
Multivalent.
Efficient.
We unite writers, directors, producers, marketers & strategists, to achieve unique results. We've learned the hard-earned lessons of integrating brand essence and story and are committed to delivering every time.
Our collective experience spans the creative and marketing gamut. Together we provide the right solutions for our clients.
Principals
Jack Stallings | Creative Director
As a writer/director based in New York, Jack has concepted, written and directed for brands like the 9/11 Memorial, Citibike, Wines of Chile, Idlewild Books, and clients such as Havas Worldwide. In his work, Jack focuses on the creation of innovative, integrated campaigns, designed with a voice that drills deeply into a brand’s core identity.
Prior to his work in advertising, Jack worked in Los Angeles as an assistant and associate producer in episodic television, on such shows as The West Wing and The Guardian. He has sold two feature screenplays and done script rewrites for major Hollywood studios. He is currently producing a feature film which he has written, and will direct.
Janera Soerel | Managing Partner
Janera co-founded Departure with her husband Jack Stallings. She's a former investment banker and media entrepreneur. She specializes in bringing a unique crossover approach with a focus on wellness, real estate, and sustainability. Her most recent client was BetterSpaces where she was responsible for Programming and Business Development.
Janera led programming at Urban Zen Foundation, created by fashion icon and philanthropist Donna Karan. She started her career in corporate finance in Amsterdam and Milan and has an MBA from Columbia Business School. She is currently the Senior Director of Global Market Development for Real Estate and Latin American at the International WELL Building Institute.
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