The Martin Agency

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The Martin Agency is an American advertising agency based in Richmond, Virginia probably best known for the tourism campaign and catch-phrase "Virginia is for Lovers" and its ads for GEICO insurance, including the Gecko mascot and cavemen ads.

Other clients include:

Founded in 1965 by David N. Martin, it became part of the Interpublic Group of Companies. The agency has been ranked among the best creative agencies in America.[1] Advertising Age ranked The Martin Agency as the #3 US agency brand in 2008 with billings of $600,000,000.[2]

It is currently led by President and CEO John B. Adams, Jr., and President and Creative Director Mike Hughes. Both have received numerous major industry awards over the course of their careers.[3][4]

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  1. ^ MartinAgency.com's Recognition page. Retrieved May 20, 2008
  2. ^ Llovio, Lousi. "Clientele lift Martin Agency to magazine's No. 3 ranking" Richmond Times-Dispatch. Jan 22, 2008. Retrieved May 20, 2008.
  3. ^ "Juror: Mike Hughes" The 2006 ANDY Awards. Retrieved May 20, 2008.
  4. ^ DMA07 Pre-Conference Keynoter John Adams to Sell 'Smart Advertising' to Marketers Direct Marketing Association July 9, 2007. Retrieved May 20, 2008.

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