{"id":290,"date":"2022-08-10T21:49:39","date_gmt":"2022-08-10T21:49:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cdmc.com\/dev\/?page_id=290"},"modified":"2026-07-16T15:47:28","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T19:47:28","slug":"about-cdm","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cdmc.com\/website_a50b94ec\/about-cdm\/","title":{"rendered":"About CD+M"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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We believe in ideas<\/strong><\/h1>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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that achieve results.<\/strong><\/h1>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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CD+M is a Maine-based team of creative thinkers, marketing strategists, and content creators who help clients refine and elevate their brand, tell their stories, and reach the right audience. We help organizations raise awareness, craft effective communications, and maximize their ad spend\u2014so they can grow and thrive in a rapidly changing world.<\/p>

We encourage clients to see the world through consumers\u2019 eyes. People are busy and overloaded with information. Brands that are authentic, offer value, and differentiate themselves cut through the noise. We partner with clients to develop marketing plans grounded in real-world goals, clearly defined opportunities, and concrete tactics. From the first meeting to the final campaign analysis, we ensure the work stays on target, on schedule, and on budget.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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+ Services<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Advertising<\/p>

Art Direction<\/p>

Branding<\/p>

Brand Strategy<\/p>

Consulting<\/p>

Copywriting<\/p>

Concepts<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Commercials<\/p>

Content Marketing<\/p>

Digital<\/p>

Design<\/p>

Environmental<\/p>

Film + Video<\/p>

Identity<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Illustration<\/p>

Interactive<\/p>

Media Planning<\/p>

Naming<\/p>

Packaging<\/p>

Photography<\/p>

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Public Relations<\/p>

Social Strategy<\/p>

Social Content<\/p>

Strategy<\/p>

Target Audience<\/p>

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+ People<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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+ Duncan Stout<\/h3>

PRESIDENT<\/strong><\/p>

Duncan is the lead writer for the monthly MMI email newsletters and the Travel Guidebook. In addition, he is responsible for administering the MMI account and financial reporting. Duncan is also the writer for the national, nonprofit organization, the Council for Disability Income Protection. A Communications graduate of the University of Massachusetts, Duncan also studied design at Art Center College of Design, Pasadena, CA.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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+ Colby Gray<\/h3>

SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER<\/strong><\/p>

Colby has over ten years of experience in business development and project management. She served as the grant manager in 2024-25 and now serves as project manager with Walter Briggs. Colby is also the account manager for the national nonprofit Council for Disability Income Awareness. Before joining CD+M, she was the marketing supervisor for Efficiency Maine. Colby has partnered with several regional events firms and advertising agencies. She creates and manages social media content, events, and web projects, and is highly skilled in analytics.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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+ Mike Yoder<\/h3>

CREATIVE DIRECTOR<\/strong><\/p>

Mike is an award-winning creative director and marketing strategist. He generates fresh, audience-centered concepts and campaigns for communications materials of every kind, with a thoughtful, strategy-first approach. With over 20 years of industry experience, Mike has been the creative lead for all MMI marketing, including their travel guidebook, website redesign, and online route planner tool. He also currently works with the national nonprofit Council for Disability Income Awareness, and regional client, Bar Harbor Bank & Trust, among others.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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+ Theanna Twitchell<\/h3>

MEDIA DIRECTOR<\/p>

Theanna brings a highly strategic approach to media planning, buying, and measurement across all channels, including broadcast, digital, mobile, social media, and search marketing. Her professional background encompasses analytical and strategic planning, media negotiations, placement, and plan reporting. She previously served as a media manager for News Center Maine Media and Portland Radio Group and spent three years as an agency account executive.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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+ Jacquie Driscoll<\/h3>

ART DIRECTOR<\/strong><\/p>

Jacquie has a forward-thinking approach to marketing and brand development. Previously, she was the senior designer at Northeastern University\/The Roux Institute in Portland and has worked on global campaigns for outdoor clients, beauty brands, and the financial industry. Jacquie is experienced in web design, video production, and digital and print assets, including catalogs, email design, newsletters, and animation. She currently collaborates with Maine\u2019s MidCoast & Islands, Oxford Casino, and Hurricane Island.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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+ Sasha Leland<\/h3>

DIGITAL PARTNER, SPARKS AND FUEL<\/strong><\/p>

As CD+M\u2019s digital partner, Sasha brings a broad skill set to the agency\u2019s client work \u2014 producing digital ads, short videos, animation, and audio services that bring campaigns to life. Clients rely on his creativity, attention to detail, and responsiveness across all projects. Detail-oriented and highly collaborative, Sasha works closely with teams to ensure every project reflects the creative vision, from concept through final delivery.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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+ Bob Cram<\/h3>

WEB DEVELOPER<\/strong><\/p>

Bob developed the platform for the new MMI website and regularly maintains security and platform updates. He has designed and built websites for many Maine businesses, from multi-national corporations to mom-and-pop startups. He integrates user experience, clean visual design, and solid functionality to create appealing, reliable sites. Bob writes accessible performative code and optimizes for speed and SEO.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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+ Linda Jones<\/h3>

CONTROLLER<\/strong><\/p>

Linda oversees accurate invoicing, responsive communication, and reporting that clients and vendors rely on. As CD+M\u2019s controller for over a decade, she\u2019s the steady hand behind the agency\u2019s financial health \u2014 building the controls and processes that keep operations running smoothly behind the scenes. An effective negotiator with sharp project management skills, Linda works comfortably with internal teams, auditors, and financial partners alike. Linda holds an MBA in Business from Husson University and a BS in Accounting from the University of Maine.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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