Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Advertising & Marketing Solutions in Chicago
Since 1979, Davis Harrison Dion has been a leader in creating high-impact B2B and B2C advertising campaigns that resonate with audiences. Our agency combines strategic planning, creative thinking, and precise media placement to deliver measurable results while maintaining a fun, collaborative client relationship. We offer a full spectrum of services including advertising, marketing strategy, creative development, media planning, and digital experience design. Our team of seasoned professionals brings decades of combined experience across diverse industries, from senior living to manufacturing. We prioritize personalized service, treating clients as partners rather than vendors, and leverage our mid-sized agency structure to combine the efficiency of smaller firms with the resources of larger ones.Our proprietary BrandStorming process ensures optimal messaging alignment with stakeholder needs, while our InSite audit methodology provides data-driven benchmarks for digital initiatives. With a proven track record of building market momentum through emotionally resonant campaigns, we focus on delivering ROI through targeted creative ideas that connect with individual prospects. Our expertise extends to working with complex organizations, including government-funded entities and nonprofits, where we navigate multi-level approval processes to implement effective marketing solutions.
Services
Advertising Campaigns
Marketing Strategy
Creative Development
Media Planning
Digital Experience
Brand Positioning
Website Design
SEO Services
Video Production
Social Media Marketing
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We've delivered successful campaigns since 1979 with proven industry expertise
- Our full-service approach covers advertising, marketing, and digital experience
- We guarantee measurable results through data-driven strategies and analytics
- Our personalized service treats clients as strategic partners, not vendors
- We specialize in complex sectors including senior living and nonprofit organizations
What people say
Exceptional website development
Proven marketing expertise
Creative excellence
Strong industry knowledge
Reliable partner
Services
Advertising Campaigns
We create high-impact B2B and B2C advertising campaigns that combine strategic planning with creative execution. Our approach integrates traditional media and digital platforms to maximize reach. With decades of experience, we develop campaigns that build brand awareness and drive measurable business results through targeted messaging.
Brand Positioning
Our BrandStorming methodology establishes strong market positioning through stakeholder research and competitive analysis. We develop brand identities that resonate with target audiences while aligning with business objectives. This strategic foundation ensures consistent messaging across all marketing channels and touchpoints.
Digital Experience
We design comprehensive digital solutions including websites, mobile applications, and interactive platforms. Our services cover content management systems, SEO optimization, and analytics integration. The InSite audit process ensures digital initiatives deliver measurable improvements in user engagement and conversion rates.
Media Planning
Our media department develops strategic placement plans across traditional and digital channels. We combine audience research with performance analytics to optimize media spend. Services include campaign planning, buying execution, and ongoing performance measurement for maximum ROI.
Creative Development
We offer full-service creative development including concepting, copywriting, and visual design. Our team produces compelling content for print, digital, and video formats. From initial ideation through production, we ensure creative execution aligns with brand strategy and marketing goals.
People
Cathy Ritter
Director
Colorado Tourism Office representative who praises DHD's industry-leading creative standards and long-term partnership approach.
Matt Gritten
GT Carts
Client testimonial highlights DHD's website development expertise and effective brand positioning strategies that drove business growth.
Kate Garbarek
Kenneth Young Center
Notes DHD's goal-oriented approach and passionate representation across three different organizational engagements.
Brent Bayes
Vice President of Sales
Recommends DHD as the top choice for senior living marketing based on proven lead generation results.
Questions
What industries does DHD specialize in?
We serve diverse sectors including senior living, manufacturing, healthcare, nonprofit organizations, aviation, and tourism with tailored marketing solutions.
How does DHD measure campaign success?
We use data-driven metrics including ROI analysis, website analytics, conversion tracking, and brand awareness surveys to quantify results.
What makes DHD different from other agencies?
Our combination of 45+ years experience, personalized service, and proven BrandStorming methodology creates campaigns that deliver measurable business outcomes.
Do you handle both digital and traditional marketing?
Yes, we offer comprehensive services spanning digital marketing (SEO, social media, web design) and traditional channels (TV, radio, print).
How do you develop brand strategies?
Our proprietary BrandStorming process combines stakeholder interviews, market research, and creative ideation to create positioning that drives business growth.
