George Mason University - Graphic Arts
a transformation agent.
Erik
Hansen
Washington D.C. Metro Area
Bridging the gap between big ideas and business strategy.
Purpose. Promise. Position. People. Products. Profit.
Co-founder, CEO
At Mekanic, we deliver go-to-market brand systems in concentrated time frames to maximize the impact and reach of maturing businesses, nonprofits, and associations who serve communities of people with shared goals, values, interests, lifestyles, and professions. From growth strategy to messaging frameworks, full-scale design to marketing solutions – we build first-class brands using a unique partnership approach we call Brand Kamp. Each Kamp delivers energizing experiences for our client teams, as we work side-by-side with them to co-create authentic brands that drive meaningful results and strengthen communities.
Our work pivots at the intersection of purpose and design as we enable, evolve, and elevate brands in the market. The results are nothing short of awesome.
Board Member
Erik worked at Alexandria Chamber of Commerce as a Board Member
Owner, Brand Strategist
Think Monumental, a branding agency transforming ideas into brands by design - an ideation-driven collective of system thinkers, meaning makers, pattern finders, and connection creators.
Board Member, Integration Chair
Erik worked at EO DC Chapter as a Board Member, Integration Chair
Adjunct Professor of Corporate Design and Branding
Erik worked at George Mason University as a Adjunct Professor of Corporate Design and Branding
Board of Advisors, Brand & Marketing Strategy
Erik worked at Tait Laboratories Inc. as a Board of Advisors, Brand & Marketing Strategy
BFA
Graphic Design / Brand Strategy