Ever see Mad Men?
Here’s what happened next.
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If you’re currently working with an advertising agency, you’re paying for a business model that was created in 1962. Even Don Draper would say that’s insane.
Ad agencies are unable to operate effectively under slimmer profit margins because they can’t afford to staff the outdated and bloated model they’re stuck with.
The best talent have evolved into independent entrepreneurs. They want flexibility. They seek variety. And they enjoy being paid their worth. Agencies simply can’t provide that anymore.
A curated collection of award winning creatives, Mensa level strategists and take-no-prisoners project managers who know how to keep everything moving forward.
Now, they work for us.
But only when you need them.
Welcome to The Syndicate.
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We realized years ago that the current model was unsustainable and inefficient. So, we came up with a way to offer a better solution that not only costs less but produces world class creative ideas that generate results—and it’s all scalable.
From project management to strategy and content creation we curate the right talent and give them whatever support they need to accomplish your goals. When the job is done, just like after a good caper, everyone takes their cut and disappears.
Partners in Crime isn’t cheap. We’re efficient. And that saves both time and money. We’re effective because we don’t mess around. Everyone you work with will be a seasoned pro.
Our bench is deep and our expertise is broad. Because we function as a scalable creative consortium, we maintain ongoing relationships with people who have worked in virtually every category, medium and market.
Our track record of success spans the entire spectrum of marketing solutions. From websites and social to TV commercials, naming and identity, branded entertainment, package design and experiential — when we say we’ve done it all, we mean it.
We aim for zero wheel spinning. Our teams succeed because we give them the guidance and creative leadership they need to deliver breakthrough solutions without a lot of trial and error. 70% of our business is by referral. It’s great for us because we save money on new business pitches but it’s even better for you because it shows how trusted we are by our clients.
Our Founder and Creative Director
Stephen Goldblatt’s career has been driven by a relentless pursuit of creativity, innovation, and impact. It began with a global education—Prague, Brazil, and Dallas—where his passion for advertising and curiosity shaped his approach.
He then took his talents west to top agencies. At Butler, Shine, Stern & Partners, he won a Cannes Gold Lion for SF Jazz Fest. At Goodby Silverstein, he helped create iconic campaigns like The Slowskys for Comcast and the award-winning “Hands” campaign for HP.
With a deep understanding of creativity and emerging tech, he moved into leadership as CCO at Evolution Bureau and later MullenLowe, where he led digital efforts across San Francisco and Boston. His work earned him spots on Adweek’s Top Ten Minds in Digital and Business Insider’s 25 Most Creative People in Advertising.
After two decades at top agencies, Stephen saw a better way. He built Partners in Crime—a streamlined, talent-driven model that removes inefficiencies and puts creativity first. Because the best work doesn’t come from the biggest agencies—it comes from the right people, working the right way.