Today we are announcing a strategic expansion to focus on empowering challenger brands with specialized creative and brand storytelling. Building on proven expertise, AVANTI will deliver targeted strategy and execution designed to achieve tangible brand impact for disruptors and innovative businesses. AVANTI, means “moving forward” in Italian, and reflects the agency’s commitment to advancing client objectives and evolving market needs.

“We are focused on founders, disruptors, and challenger brands seeking strategy, creative, and execution that addresses their unique challenges. Our brand partners seek distinct and effective campaigns and look to us for clear messaging that stands out.” said founder and Chief Brand Officer Ryan Cimino.

AVANTI combines brand clarity with cultural fluency to develop campaigns. The agency operates with a nimble collective of designers, copywriters, and creative advisors across North America. This agile model facilitates a streamlined process, designed to be efficient and free from the extensive bureaucracy often associated with larger, legacy agencies.

The agency’s client work includes projects in hospitality and tourism, consumer wellness, and emerging retail. AVANTI also collaborates with regional and multinational nonprofits, such as Another Broken Egg Cafe, Sea Turtle Conservancy, and the Education Foundation of Lake County, developing authentic narratives. The firm plans to expand its focus to include challenger CPG brands throughout Q3 2025.