Stearns Marketing joins Midland-based marketing firm AMPM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 24, 2025
For more information, contact:
Julie Foster jfoster@ampminc.com

MIDLAND, Mich. (April 24, 2025) – Creative marketing firm AMPM announced Stearns Marketing of Beaverton has joined AMPM to offer additional resources to serve the Great Lakes Bay Region consumer market. AMPM has also added a new graphic designer and implemented staff promotions aimed at enhancing its service offerings and creative capabilities.

 Holly Stearns of Stearns Marketing was hired as the new business developer and account executive. Stearns brings over 12 years of digital marketing and creative services along with numerous established community client relationships with her. Thrilled to offer her clients expanded service offerings, Stearns will also be driving AMPM’s growth strategy. Stearns holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing and Management from Northwood University and a Master of Science in Administration from Central Michigan University.

 AMPM also welcomed Samuel Kroll as their newest graphic designer. Kroll, a native of Alpena, holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Central Michigan University and is eager to contribute his creative talents to AMPM’s dynamic team.

Additional Staff Updates
Joe Rivard, an 18-year member of the AMPM team, was named creative director where he oversees all aspects of the creative process, ensuring AMPM’s work aligns with the client’s overall vision and brand. Alongside his work at AMPM, Joe is a co-founder of Grove Tea Lounge in Midland. Rivard holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Central Michigan University.

Julie Foster has been promoted to marketing and sales director. Foster joined AMPM in 2014 as an account executive, effectively managing international client accounts. Foster leads the development, implementation and management of AMPM’s marketing and sales strategy. A Midland native, Foster holds a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Interpersonal and Public Communication from Central Michigan University.

About AMPM
AMPM connects people and brands through compelling work and culture. We have been forging big ideas that drive results for more than 50 years. Building on a legacy of exploration, we evolve into new markets and technologies through the cultivation of talent and a desire to innovate. We’re focused on building brands, creating experiences and digital marketing strategies to deliver creative solutions for our clients. Learn more about AMPM at ampminc.com.