The Thorburn Group
Marketing and AdvertisingMinnesota, United States11-50 Employees
The Thorburn Group is a mid-sized advertising services firm based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Over a 25-year history, it has earned recognition for its work in brand engagement, focusing on brand-led visual storytelling and insight-driven narratives delivered at moments when audiences are most receptive. The firm emphasizes a people-centered approach, aiming to create value for both humans and brands through brave, creative work. Its client roster spans consumer, retail, and higher education, with work for brands such as Nike, ESPN, Disney, Ikea, Coca-Cola, and Porsche. The company maintains a dedicated higher education practice, collaborating with more than forty U.S. colleges and universities to shape voice, share purpose, invite students, and engage alumni. The Thorburn Group was founded by Bill Thorburn, and it operates as part of Stamats, a holding company focused on digital communications, insights, and publishing, with a base in Minneapolis.