The Element News and Events archive

New Business Unit Takes Root

With a long-term goal of “global beer domination,” Element has quietly launched a new division that will surprise few business partners. The agency, known for cutting edge interactive and design, could soon be brewing bee

The Big Wheel in the Sky

It is with the saddest heart that we must pass on the following news. Please join us in remembering one of the greatest small animal food-packaging models and office pets that we have been blessed with knowing. Stoli the Russian dwarf hamster passed away yesterday doing something he loved, running in his plastic ball. He was 2.5 years-old.

The Case of the Missing Toaster

The Toaster. A common household appliance often used for browning bread, bagels, English muffins, and even your occasional toaster strudel. Only after one truly understands the importance of this appliance, can one understand how hard it would be to live without. That’s what employees are going through on a day-to-day basis here at Element.

Battle for the Golden Paddle

Hear ye, hear ye. Let it be known that Eric Serverstad of Element has been named Pongo Libre in the latest ping-pong quest! The Golden Paddle is the most sought-after gold painted wooden trophy, which will be up for grabs again in a few short weeks. The next competition will be a mixed doubles event. Stay tuned as things get under way.

Thank You!

We hope everyone enjoyed our open house! Thank you to everyone that was able to attend, and don’t forget to check out the photos. From the observations, it looks like everyone had a great time, and no one was injured from the T-shirt cannon! We can’t wait for another opportunity to mix with you. But [...]

Time to Celebrate!

Notice anything different? Along with our open house, Element’s new website officially went live today! But more about that later. There is a lot of fun stuff happening here today, and if you want to check it out, stop by from 3pm to 7pm. We’ll be having a live band, food, beverages, and some other [...]

Request Goes out for “Grande Cojones”

We’re throwing down the gauntlet (whatever that is), and bringing forth a challenge: all clients, vendors, friends, and foes alike are hereby summoned to Element to engage in a table tennis battle royale (with cheese).
Team Element has gathered and studied pong styles from across the globe. And in 2010, we’re unleashing our own unique style [...]

For the Love of Hamsters

Some people really like their jobs. They get up each day looking forward to mingling with co-workers, tapping the free water from the kitchen cooler, and really making a difference. And then there are those who take their love for their work a little too far.

UPDATE: Small Business Award Nears Death

It was a good run, but after 23 days, Element’s business award is nearing the point of no return. After receiving numerous tips, suggestions, and instructional VHS tapes on how to garden, Account Executive Nikki Pribnow was still unable to handle the immense pressure of keeping the centerpiece alive.

UPDATE: Small Business Awards

It has been 11 days so far, and the centerpiece is still alive! Though it is not as perky as it once was, and a little less green, there is still hope that a plant can survive in Nikki Pribnow’s office. With fading vital signs, Pribnow thought it would be a good idea if the centerpiece enjoyed a little bit of the outdoors, but the direct sunlight and the sole of Jamie Schroeder’s shoe ultimately had the reverse effect.