Our Team
Meet the team behind the ideas! We’re a group of creative people who make cool stuff. Strategist, designers, writers and problem-solvers who care about the work and people behind it.
MEET THE TEAM
The Thinkers

Justin Johnson
Principal
With over 20 years of marketing expertise, Justin guides the vision and direction of Think Idea Studio. His experience in strategy, client relations, and budget management has helped countless brands reach their goals. As principal, Justin’s leadership ensures projects are executed thoughtfully and strategically, supporting both the agency’s and clients’ growth.

Tara Peacock
VP of Brand Management
Tara is hands-down the best graphic designer in Arkansas (if we do say so ourselves). With 15 years of experience in high-level branding, Tara’s creative approach transforms just inklings of ideas into compelling visual narratives. Through her design work, Tara creates lasting impressions that authentically represent each brand’s identity.

Brit McKenzie
Business Development Executive
With over a decade of experience working with household brands, Brit specializes in aligning business objectives with smart, creative solutions that drive results. From shaping go-to-market strategies to guiding cross-functional teams, he brings clarity, momentum, and purpose to every initiative.

Lauren Schrepfer
Media Strategist & Lead Copywriter
Lauren handles media placement and is the PR brain on the team, shaping communication strategy and managing media relationships. Special projects are her sweet spot. Give her a complicated timeline, a big transition, or an event with a hundred details to track, and she’ll map it out, smooth it over, and make sure it launches without a wrinkle. If organization were a sport, she’d have trophies.

Phillip Slavin
Content Director
Phillip has a talent for connecting brands with their target audiences through social media campaigns that amplify online presence. Skilled in crafting engaging content or managing ad placement, Phillip ensures your brand stays relevant in today’s digital-first world.

Jacob Shourd
Director of Web Services
Jacob is the go-to problem solver for all things web-related. With a deep understanding of functionality and aesthetics, he ensures that every digital touchpoint delivers an outstanding user experience. Jacob works tirelessly to make your brand easily discoverable online, ensuring your digital presence is both powerful and effective.

Ashley Morris
Social Media Strategist
Ashley leads social media strategy and photography initiatives. As our in-house photographer, she captures professional headshots and event photography that strengthen brand identity across platforms.

Kendra Neill
Graphic Designer
Kendra applies her design expertise across projects big and small, ranging from business cards to comprehensive websites. She focuses on creating visuals that tell cohesive brand stories, injected with a little bit of fun. Her versatile skills help execute creative concepts across different mediums.

Hannah Seibert
Project Coordinator
Hannah manages schedules, handles invoicing, and ensures seamless communication with clients. Whether she’s organizing timelines or answering customer questions, Hannah keeps everything moving through our processes without a hitch. Her attention to detail and commitment to exceptional service make her an invaluable part of our team.

Cara Bowling
Marketing Coordinator
Cara designs graphics for our social media clients and supports a variety of creative projects. From digital graphics to billboards and print materials, she focuses on producing work that feels cohesive and true to each brand’s identity. Her eye for detail and creative versatility help bring marketing ideas to life across every platform.
THE SECRET SAUCE
COLLABORATION
We have a strong desire for shared ownership and buy-in, where input is genuinely valued, and positive peer pressure helps everyone rise to a higher standard.
SERVICE
Not only do we strive to have the best customer service for our clients, we also believe deeply in serving the community. When our laptops close, you’ll find us driving local projects, serving on non-profit boards, and rolling up our sleeves for the causes we care about.
RESPECT
We value each person’s role, honor their contributions, and don’t undermine one another. That goes for clients, too; mutual respect creates space for honest feedback, bold ideas, and great work. We foster an environment where individuals are trusted to use the gifts and abilities they bring.
FUN
Life is too short to be boring. Fun fuels our creativity and keeps our work human. A joyful office leads to better collaboration, stronger ideas, and a team that actually enjoys showing up every day.











