Dixon Schwabl + Company

06/10/2026

https://dixonschwabl.com/blog/5-signs-your-brand-is-stuck/ Check out Connor's latest, on the blog now.

Most marketing leaders know something is off; they just can’t name it. Here are five symptoms of a stuck brand, and what it looks like when clarity replaces them.

05/28/2026

How do you stay on top of the constantly evolving AI landscape? For Ian Auch, it’s about embracing it with curiosity, collaboration and a solutions-focused mindset. No wonder he’s this month’s Jaz Janie winner.

The man does it all: researching emerging tools, testing new solutions, helping the team better understand how these technologies can support our work. Every day he goes beyond his video editing responsibilities and approaches it all with enthusiasm—elevating the team along the way.

Thank you, Ian, for letting your curiosity run wild!

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Every month, Dixon Schwabl + Company honors an outstanding employee with the coveted Jaz Janie Award, created to commemorate Public Relations Vice President Jane “Janie” Argenta, who passed away in September 2009. Jane was a fun-loving, compassionate and hardworking professional who touched the lives of many.

DS+CO makes a donation to support a charity of each Jaz Janie winner’s choosing. This month, Ian chose to give back to Sarah’s Hope scholarship at MCC.

04/28/2026

Substack is no longer just a publishing platform. 🗣️ It’s a powerful channel for shaping narrative, building community and strengthening executive voice.

Our Managing Director of Communications, Nadine Krimow-General, lead the conversation as moderator for 4A’s on a panel exploring how communication professionals and brands can integrate Substack into modern marketing strategies.

Meredith Klein, Dejon Mullings and Liz Song shared sharp insights on where this space is headed next.

04/16/2026

How do you become a better communicator? Jessica Savage, our president and CEO, has a few tips to share. ✨

04/09/2026

This is clarity.
Simple and strong.
Working smarter, not harder.
In 2026, we make time to align.
Want the method to our (lack of) madness?

Read Rosi’s latest. Link in bio.

#2026

04/08/2026

We’re proud to celebrate Melissa Jusianiec, Director of Research, on her recognition as a 2026 RBJ Impact & Inclusion Award recipient. 👏

Melissa challenges us to think differently, ask better questions and move with intention. From advancing inclusive research practices to how we approach AI and DEIB, her work brings clarity to what progress can and should look like.

Here’s to Melissa and all the honorees creating workplaces where everyone can thrive.

03/20/2026

Enchantment and elegance in the City of Light.

And all for the benefit of Golisano Children’s Hospital.

Swipe through to see our award-winning work. 🍾

03/08/2026

To celebrate , we took a moment to look back.

We sat down with founder Lauren Dixon to talk about the power of and how leading with generosity helped shape her career, our culture, and so much more.

02/27/2026

Sometimes, you need to take a step back to celebrate the work you’ve accomplished together.

Thank you to AAF Greater Rochester for providing that space for our community last night.

Last night, our team brought home 8 Addy awards, including 2 Judge's Special Recognition awards: each one, a true reflection of collaboration, creativity, and courage. We have our partners and clients to thank for building this work alongside us. 🫂

02/24/2026

Let’s hear it for this month’s Jaz Janie: Stephanie Chen, MBA, PMP ✨

Even though she’s new to our team, Stephanie has already made a lasting impact. During a period of rapid growth and change, she has remained calm, positive and solutions-focused as we onboard new client work. She’s played an integral role in developing a customer portal, consistently delivering on time, supporting testing efforts and stepping in wherever help is needed.

Stephanie keeps communication clear and projects moving forward, all while bringing a collaborative “help me help you” mindset. Her thoughtful feedback, openness to new processes and grace under pressure reflect the very best of our values. (And her beautifully decorated office reflects her taste and style. 💖)

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Every month, Dixon Schwabl + Company honors an outstanding employee with the coveted Jaz Janie Award, created to commemorate Public Relations Vice President Jane “Janie” Argenta, who passed away in September 2009. Jane was a fun-loving, compassionate and hardworking professional who touched the lives of many.

DS+CO makes a donation to support a charity of each Jaz Janie winner’s choosing. Stephanie chose Donate Life America to uplift our community this month.