Meet Stigma Marketing
Vision & Mission
Stigma Marketing
We're more than marketing - we're problem solvers & growth collaborators. Through authentic and collaborative Design, Development, and Marketing, we help save time, solve problems, and achieve meaningful success.
Our core values - authenticity, humanity, community, hope, fun, and curiosity - guide everything we do. It's what we aspire for. We believe in building genuine connections and fostering a positive, people-centric atmosphere where ideas are valued and supported. We know there is power in our stories.
Who We Serve:
We embrace a diverse clientele, focusing on independent professionals, startups, small businesses, & local/niche industries like artists, local businesses, service professionals, and nonprofits, individuals, and organizations across various sectors. We're curious about people.
Our Services:
We offer authentic and missional development-driven marketing fueled with experienced Branding, Web, Design, and Digital Marketing services. From tailored design packages and lead generation to comprehensive web solutions and strategic email marketing, Stigma provides an approachable, practical guide to elevate your presence and fuel growth.
More Than Services, It's an Experience:
We don't just deliver services, we craft experiences. We inject a sense of purpose into our work, embracing experimentation and breaking out of norms to create solutions that resonate with your audience and make a lasting impact.
Ready to ditch the wasted time and achieve real growth? Stigma Marketing is looking for like-minded partners to do something with too.
Stigma Marketing
Based in Missoula, MT, Stigma Marketing isn't a cookie-cutter marketing agency because we our story isn't cookie-cutter. We understand your journey is unique, and we leverage real-world experience to craft customized solutions that drive vision.
The Head Llama: Paule Patterson
"My path to marketing wasn't linear. It began with a spark of creativity in high school – an HTML class and a passion for Photoshop. For over 20 years, I honed my leadership and communication skills in diverse roles, including church leadership and restaurant management. Throughout, design and marketing remained a constant thread.
"Recovering Pastor"
"Life presented challenges. Seven years ago, I faced a significant battle with alcohol. After two stints in rehab, a week on suicide watch, and unwavering arrogance, I achieved long-term sobriety nearly three years ago.
"This period of growth opened new doors. I found purpose in supporting others on their own journeys and contributing to recovery programs. I even pursued a path toward becoming a Licensed Addiction Counselor.
"My passion for people and marketing never waned. I knocked out most of a Master of Business Administration with a focus on marketing before leading a fast food restaurant as a General Manager. Now, I'm trying to use everything I have to help people make their dreams a reality instead of their nightmares.
"Stigma Marketing's roots lie in a graphic and web design venture launched over a decade ago. While that initial iteration didn't flourish, the design skills proved valuable throughout my career.
"Following my recovery, I revisited my development and marketing dream. I became a certified suicide prevention trainer and relaunched Stigma Marketing as a comprehensive marketing and consulting agency. A temporary return to restaurant management solidified my desire to empower people through marketing.
Founded in 2024, Stigma Marketing reflects my personal journey. It's a testament to the power of overcoming challenges and the importance of continuous learning. We bridge the gap between business leadership and marketing, offering a unique blend of professional education, practical experience, and a genuine dedication to your success.
"If you're trying to do something different with your life, I get it."
- Paule Patterson - Head Llama
Stigma Marketing prioritizes real growth, not hype. Let's discuss how we can help your business achieve its full potential.
Stigma's Core Values
Authenticity
The world is full of enough guessing games and surprises. Honesty about money, scope, abilities and limitations, time, and the like matter and prevent headaches later. It’s just easier. We don't need to be afraid of being who we are and how we are.
humanity
community
Humans need other humans. Better than that, we excel with others. Communities matter and the people within. Stigma believes in fighting for relationships and people instead of against them, and the good happens within them.
Hope
Fun
So…here’s the deal...we all could use a bit more laughter and smiles. Stigma is random, likes experimenting just cuz, and breaking out of the norms others seem stuck in. So, expect humor and random ideas.
Curiosity
Curiosity drives individuals to seek out new information, ask questions, and explore unfamiliar territories. This continual quest for knowledge fosters personal and professional growth, enabling individuals to expand their understanding and world.
Why Llamas?
Stigma's love for llamas began about 20 years ago. Before we knew it, we had the socks to go with it. Llamas are awesome and Stigma is proud to choose them as a symbol for our brand. Llamas embody much of the character and attributes that we believe Stigma strives for. Including:
Resilience: Llamas are hardy animals that thrive in harsh environments.
Adaptability: Llamas have adapted to various terrains and climates, showcasing their ability to adjust to different situations.
Community-oriented: Llamas are social animals that thrive in herds. They demonstrate a sense of community and cooperation.
Poise: Despite their large size, llamas move with a certain grace and elegance. They hold them selves well, as if they know who they are.
Distinctiveness: With their unique appearance and quirky personalities, llamas stand out from the crowd.
Outward-minded: Llamas are attentive and curious. They're instinctively protective of their herd, often guarding against potential threats.
It is a no-brainer for us why llamas are loved by humans and why Stigma Marketing had no other choice but a llama as its brand logo and mascot.
Stigmas Suck
Stigma's name might raise an eyebrow. Stigmas - those burdens we carry based on misconceptions or prejudice - can be about mental health, past mistakes, even how we approach life. They can feel heavy, like labels we can't escape.
But here's the secret: we all have them.
At Stigma Marketing, we get it. We've seen firsthand the power stigmas can have, especially those surrounding suicide and addiction. We've also experienced the power of breaking free from those labels and taking back the stigma's power.
Our story goes through both the personal and professional sides of suicide prevention, training and developing within Montana faith communities. It's where we learned that stigmas can be reframed, their weight lessened, and power harnessed. We believe in the power of personal narrative. We don't let the world define us. We believe in understanding ourselves deeply and shaping our own stories. Our words have immense power, and we can choose how we use them. We show the world who we truly are, not who they think we should be.
We bring this same philosophy to your business. We help you break free from limiting perceptions and craft a brand story that resonates with your audience.
Let's work together to redefine stigmas and write your story.
As a personal commitment to this cause, Stigma Marketing offers free suicide prevention training to anyone who asks. Contact us if you are.
Need ?
Do More. Less Headaches. Partner with Stigma Marketing.Stigma Marketing leverages its professional background in leadership and management navigate through the maze of business marketing. We problem-solve solutions and brainstorm ideas into reality. We meet you where you're at so you can go where wanting and back to what you love.
Free 1-Hour Suicide Prevention Training
Every Suicide Is Preventable
Stigma Marketing offers free 1-hour suicide prevention training to small businesses and teams interested. Suicide impacts every demographic and profession. If you work with people, you work with people who are struggling. Paule, the Head Lllama, is a certified QPR Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Trainer, and shares his own personal experiences. Free in-person or remote.
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Your story has already begun, and it deserves to be extraordinary. But wouldn't it be easier to get there with a partner who saves you time and solves your marketing headaches? At Stigma Marketing, we're more than marketing - we're problem solvers & growth collaborators.
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