Makers and movers.

MOVERS AND MAKERS

Traina has always been based in San Diego, but today our team stretches from coast to coast. Being a part of Traina is less about place and more about purpose. Wherever we are, we bring it all: our ideas, our creativity, and our drive to move people and make a difference in the world around us.

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A nationwide
team of
creators

David Traina
John Laird and Kerri Benecke
Cory Dobson
Ed Garcia and Joe Ross

Jes Lawrence and Kristi Jones
Brandy Maciejewski

Matt Bachmann and Mark Gallo

Team axe throwing outing
People-first policy

Our agency policies are guided by an even bigger policy—that people come first, and health and happiness is true success:

  • Quarterly profit-sharing and 401K match
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits
  • Parental leave programs to welcome new family members
  • Summer Fridays–our day ends at 2 p.m. to make the most of the weekend


Kerri Benecke volunteering
Community matters

We are committed to making positive change that contributes to equity and diversity within our agency and industry:

  • Consistent Pro bono work with non-profit clients who make an impact
  • Regularly-sponsored volunteer days throughout the year
  • Internship program with regional community colleges
  • Time off to be involved with outside creative organizations


David Traina speaking at Vision Day
How we move

We’re all about producing work that moves people, so we’re mindful of what moves us too–professionally, personally and creatively:

  • Professional encouragement through mentorship and personalized growth plans
  • Funding for conference and workshop attendance, including travel
  • Generous PTO program and paid holidays, along with an annual in-person vision day at our San Diego office.

Our values

WHO WE ARE

Our collective values guide how we work together, who we seek to partner with, and the impact we strive to make through our creativity.


01

We are fearless

We aren’t afraid to lead brands into the unknown, because we do so with strategy, curiosity and the courage to move people in new ways.



02

We are good humans

Whether it’s a Happy Hour or an unhappy hour, our good cheer and team spirit shines through. We’re there for each other and our clients.



03

We are changemakers

We use our talents to support and uplift others, both in our work with clients and in our creative lives.



04

We are passionate

In all that we do, our whole heart goes into it. Our collective enthusiasm keeps us positive, engaged and always looking forward.


Let’s move things forward.

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