Trent Creative

Company Overview

Trent Creative is a full-service branding, design, and digital marketing agency with offices in Rochester and Detroit, Michigan. Founded in 1992 by Marilyn Trent, the agency has grown from a small design studio into a nationally recognized firm specializing in growth-driven creative solutions. Their client roster includes both small startups and large enterprises, with a dedicated focus on helping businesses transform their brand presence and achieve measurable growth.

At the heart of Trent Creative’s approach is their proprietary Amplify & Thrive Process. This nine-step methodology is designed to take companies from being overlooked to being chosen by their target audiences. The process focuses on clarifying messaging, delivering compelling and professional designs, creating comprehensive marketing guides, and ensuring brand consistency across all customer touchpoints. By aligning creative strategies with business objectives, Trent Creative helps clients increase sales and build lasting brand trust.

Trent Creative offers a wide range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. These services include brand development, which involves crafting unique brand identities that set businesses apart from their competitors. They also specialize in both print and digital media, designing engaging marketing materials that create emotional connections with audiences. The agency builds custom websites that reflect professionalism and drive business results, while also implementing guerrilla marketing tactics to generate buzz and attract attention. For new businesses, Trent Creative provides comprehensive entrepreneur start-up packages that include logo design, website development, and social media graphics.

The agency’s team is composed of experienced professionals who collaborate closely to deliver exceptional results. Marilyn Trent, the Principal and Senior Brand Strategist, leads the team with over two decades of experience in the industry. Other key team members include Ryan Riggs, Senior Art Director and Interactive Designer; Scott McCabe, Interactive Media Director and Copywriter; Yuliia Lane, Account Manager; and Jeff Letson, Growth Automation Leader. Together, they bring a diverse set of skills and expertise to each project, ensuring that every client receives the best possible outcome.

Beyond their work with clients, Trent Creative is committed to social and environmental responsibility. Marilyn Trent has been actively involved in her community, founding the Rochester Green City Committee and serving on various boards, including the Downtown Development Authority of Rochester and the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce. In 2019, she founded Rochester Pollinators to support the conservation of the Monarch butterfly, demonstrating the agency’s dedication to positive ecological change.