ZLR Ignition

05/13/2026

Most brand strategy conversations start in the wrong place—logos and visuals. But real brand strength comes from how people feel, think and connect. We break this down through our Mind, Heart and Soul Brand Construct in our latest blog.

This unique brand construct uses Heart, Mind and Soul to drive differentiation, relevance and value through your brand strategy.

05/05/2026

ZLR Ignition was honored to be recognized at this year’s PRSA Iowa Chapter PRIME Awards on behalf of our clients. The strongest brands are built through strategic PR and compelling storytelling—and we’re grateful to play a role in helping them shine!

Congratulations to:
🏆 PRIME Award/Direct Mail: Iowa State University
🏆 MERIT Award/Blog: Iowa Economic Development Authority

04/30/2026

The ZLR Ignition team joined thousands in our community at the Grand Blue Mile, presented by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield. One of our favorite events of the year—moving together, connecting with friends and family and celebrating healthy habits.

04/22/2026

Voting is now open! Our client, Iowa Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau, has been nominated for Adsposure’s 2025-26 Des Moines Transit Awards for Creativity for its bus artwork. Please show your support for this campaign that’s helping keep Iowans safer on the road.

🗳️ Vote here: https://transitawards.adsposure.com/vote/des-moines-ia. You can vote once per day, now through May 1, 2026.

These awards recognize outstanding creativity and effectiveness in transit advertising, celebrating brands, agencies and organizations that excel at engaging audiences. 🚌

03/18/2026

We’re still smiling from this year’s AAF of Des Moines American Advertising Awards. 😀 The real win is seeing our clients’ stories, missions and impact recognized.

ZLR Ignition is grateful to partner with organizations doing important work — and proud to help them connect, grow and find their well. Congrats to our team!

SILVER:
Online/Interactive – Cyclone Welcome Weekend for Iowa State University

Public Service – JustGive Logo for JustGive Participatory Philanthropy

GOLD:
Advertising / Media Industry Self-Promotion – ZLR Ignition SOC 2 Mailer

03/10/2026

Heading to Hilton South for the Big 12 Tournament? Look for the Iowa State University "Slam Dunk" billboard introducing its 17th president, David Cook. 🏀

We're thrilled to be a part of this announcement and can't wait to see what's ahead as Iowa State leads through innovation.

Iowa State Athletics Iowa State Men's Basketball

02/02/2026

Building a brand is hard work. Protecting it matters just as much. In our latest blog, we break down:
1️⃣ Why cybersecurity is a growing marketing issue
2️⃣ How the right partners reduce risk — not add to it
3️⃣ 3 steps marketers can take today to protect their brand’s reputation

Check it out:

Marketing and cybersecurity are more connected than you think. Learn how aligning them protects your brand and what your team can do today.

01/29/2026

Four years strong! 🏆 ZLR Ignition earned first place in the 2025 Drake Relays Wellness Challenge (small employer division). We’re proud to keep bringing energy, teamwork and heart to every mile while supporting our community.

Thank you to Drake Relays and Grand Blue Mile presented by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield for this honor, presented during the Drake Men's Basketball game on Jan. 28.

01/16/2026

Feeling the love! One of our wonderful clients treated our team to lunch just to say thanks. We’re so grateful for partnerships like these.

01/05/2026