Ruder Finn has acquired Missouri Creative, a UK-based creative agency focused on visual storytelling, immersive design, and experience-led brand activation, as the independent marketing and communications firm continues to build out its global creative platform.
The deal is positioned as a boost to RF Studio53, enhancing Ruder Finn’s ability to create cohesive, visual-first “brand worlds” that translate across physical, digital, and hybrid environments.
Missouri Creative brings added depth across brand strategy, visual identity systems, 2D and 3D design, animation, experiential storytelling, and emerging technologies. Founded in 2013 by co-founders Paul Brennan and Stuart Wood, the London-based agency has grown to a team of 30 strategists, designers, and 2D and 3D animators and works with global brands across premium spirits, food and beverage, retail, automotive, and entertainment. Notable clients cited include Pernod Ricard, PepsiCo, Carlsberg, and Netflix.
Ruder Finn said the acquisition supports its broader push to deliver scalable brand experiences in an increasingly image-first, AI-enabled marketplace. Missouri Creative will continue operating from its UK office, with Wood and Brennan leading the agency and collaborating with Ruder Finn’s global teams to expand consumer, experiential, and creative offerings worldwide.
KEY QUOTES
“Missouri Creative set out to be a different kind of agency, one that could use our previous experience in networked agency experience with an independent mindset to remain nimble and creative for clients in a way that others can’t. We’ve grown organically for more than a decade, and we were intentional about finding a partner who truly felt like the right fit, one who could help elevate what we do best, while complementing our culture, ambition, and agility. Ruder Finn shares our curiosity, independence, and vision for the future, and together we’re excited to expand our creative capabilities and open new possibilities for our clients.”
Stuart Wood, Co-Founder, Missouri Creative
“The future belongs to brands that can show up powerfully and consistently across every touchpoint. Missouri Creative strengthens our ability to deliver visually rich, strategically grounded, and AI-enabled brand experiences from shelf to screen to real life. We’re thrilled to welcome their talent into the Ruder Finn network as we continue to build one of the industry’s most advanced global brand and creative platforms.”
Kathy Bloomgarden, CEO, Ruder Finn
“Ruder Finn’s global reach and strategic depth are a natural complement to our creative strengths. We share a belief that AI is a powerful creative enabler—one that allows us to imagine more, move faster, and build richer, more connected brand experiences. Becoming part of Ruder Finn opens the door to expanding our creative reach, exploring new sectors, and operating on a truly global stage.”
Paul Brennan, Co-Founder, Missouri Creative
