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“[I’m most proud of] the ongoing work we do with Wyoming Whiskey’s ‘Wide Open Spaces’ and the two Wyoming National Parks—Yellowstone and Grand Teton. We get to flex all our strengths. It starts with new product development and design, then the chance to film and capture the beauty and scale of the parks.” 77 Ventures Creative Founder & President Michael Haje catches up with Muse by Clios in #2MinutesWith, discussing his favorite recent projects, how he first realized he was creative, his admiration for advertising icon Hal Riney, and the job he’d have if he wasn’t leading the 77 team (spoiler alert: he’d be bartending 🥃). Read more from Haje in #MuseByClio!: https://lnkd.in/gyjSz5gH

15 years ago, we launched ESPN's "30 For 30" documentary series with this work, and the bold promise that these movies would change the way we look at sports. "What If I Told You…" 🎞️ This spot kicked off the campaign and an amazing 10-year, 100-film run for the agency - from Peter Berg’s “Kings Ransom,” to Ezra Edelman’s Academy Award-winning “O.J.: Made in America.” The series garnered incredible ratings and the #30For30 property led to massive brand differentiation for ESPN. A dream assignment for Michael Haje and Galen Bernard, and an enduring creative collaboration with our editor and voiceover Dahkil Hausif. Always thankful to the ESPN team involved: Connor Schell, John Dahl, Kevin Kirksey, Aaron Taylor, Michelle Berry, Anna Rogers & Andrew Barge.

“I’m a sucker for Instagram. Blame it on my age, but I don’t really go on TikTok. As the joke goes, I just wait for the memes to make their way to Instagram two weeks later, like a responsible adult.” 77 Ventures Executive Creative Director Doug Hanshaw reveals he's a careful Nashville driver, explains why he's a big fan of a particular Spielberg classic, and tells us why he enjoys functional art, as he reveals what's on his creative radar. Read more from Doug in LBBonline - Little Black Book!

Old Faithful. Wyoming Whiskey, Inc.’s tribute to Yellowstone and the world’s most famous geyser. The label features Old Faithful at sunrise, captured in the early 1900’s by Yellowstone’s Official Photographer, F. Jay Haynes.   Designed and developed by 77 Ventures Creative Head of Design Alan Leusink and President, CD/Writer Michael Haje. Supporting Yellowstone Forever and their efforts to protect, preserve and enhance America’s first national park. Big thanks to Laura Ericksen and Josie Olata. #wideopenspaces

Wyoming Whiskey, Inc.’s National Park No. 4. Celebrating Mammoth Hot Springs and the natural wonder of Yellowstone National Park. Benefitting Yellowstone Forever and their efforts to protect, preserve and enhance America’s first national park. Created by 77 Ventures Creative Head of Design Alan Leusink and President, CD/Writer Michael Haje with the help of Laura Ericksen and Josette Lata.   Swipe through to see the full lineup. #wideopenspaces

Chapter 4 of Wyoming Whiskey, Inc.’s Wide Open Spaces takes us back to Yellowstone National Park. Featuring the travertine terraces of Mammoth Hot Springs and the photography of the legendary F. Jay Haynes. Benefitting Yellowstone Forever and their efforts to protect, preserve and enhance America’s first national park. #wideopenspaces

“We’re glad to have had another fun opportunity to collaborate with our ESPN/SEC Network friends and the chance to celebrate ten years of SEC Network and welcome Oklahoma and Texas to the party. This film showcases the Conference’s strengths and the Network’s award-winning programming and hopefully captures what it means to the fans here in SEC country.” - Michael Haje 77 Ventures Creative and Boomshot team up to celebrate SEC Network’s 10th Anniversary with the refreshed “We Love It Here” campaign. Tapping into iconic sports, fan, and network moments, the infectious energy emanating from these ads is the result of weaving together ESPN Creative Studio’s coverage of all things Southeastern Conference. Head to shots to read more!

A salute to 10 years of the SEC Network and the new look of the SEC Conference 🫡 We love it here. Agency: 77 Ventures Creative Production Co: Boomshot President: Michael Haje Managing Director: Meredith Weiss CCO/Art Director: Galen Bernard ECD/Art Director: Doug Hanshaw CD/Writer: Brendan Gillen Executive Producer: Kim Daniels Editor: Connor Cassidy Graphics: Little Tiger NYC Mix: Rick Van Benschoten Color: Rob Bessette Group Account Director: Laura Ericksen Media Director / Strategist: Moira Davis Music: Brittany Howard Clients: ESPN, Southeastern Conference - #77venturescreative #77ventures #sec #sports #weloveithere  #espn #secnetwork

“Let me tell you a story about how on Saturday Nights in the SEC, the only thing brighter than the lights are the stars.” Proud to collaborate with ESPN's SEC Network on the trailer for SEC Storied “Saturday Night Lights” celebrating the history of night football in the Southeastern conference. Premieres tonight on #SEC Network. Agency: 77 Ventures Creative President: Michael Haje CCO/Art Director: Galen Bernard CD/Writer: Brendan Gillen Managing Director: Meredith Weiss Executive Producer: Kim Daniels Group Account Director: Laura Ericksen Music: “Night Moves” by #BobSeger & The Silver Bullet Band

We #WonAnADDY! Our NASCAR “Always Forward” campaign continues to gain momentum and recognition. 77 Ventures Creative is proud to cross the finish line at the American Advertising Federation Nationals with a Silver ADDY in the Regional/National Television Commercial category.