Courtesy Advokate
Advokate, the Glens Falls-based marketing, communications, and design agency founded by Kate Austin, marked its 15th anniversary on Oct. 17 with a celebration and client showcase at its offices on Glen Street.
The open house drew members of the business community, local leaders, and clients from across the region. Attendees enjoyed refreshments from Rock Hill Bakehouse Café, live music by Stories Told, and DJ entertainment by All We Do Is Epic! The event also featured maple syrup sampling from Candy Mountain Maple, door prizes, giveaways, and displays from Advokate clients.
Remarks were offered by representatives of the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce, New York State Assemblymember Carrie Woerner, and Austin herself, who thanked the community for its long-standing support.
Founded in 2009, Advokate began as a “honey-do” service for artists and has grown into a full-service agency offering branding, graphic and web design, digital marketing, videography, jingles, creative consultation, social media training, public relations, and startup support.
“We really grew in response to the community’s needs,” Austin said. “When clients asked if we could do something, we almost always said yes—and over time, those requests became new services. We love that no two workdays are ever the same.”
Austin has been an active contributor to regional arts and business initiatives, serving on the Glens Falls Business Improvement District Board, the World Awareness Children’s Museum Advisory Committee, and the Arts District of Glens Falls Planning and Marketing Committees. She also hosts monthly meetings of the Glens Falls Collaborative.
“Advokate wouldn’t exist without our clients, team members, and the incredible Glens Falls community who have supported us from day one,” Austin said. “This milestone was a way to celebrate them as much as our own journey.” Learn more at www.advokate.com.