ThinkNW Member Check-In Recap: Odd Notion

We checked in with Eleazar Ruiz, founder and creative director at Odd Notion, to kick off the first episode of our first ThinkNW Member Check-In series!

In this live LinkedIn session, we were inspired by Eleazar’s past and present, ranging from the inspiration that guided him into the advertising industry to his accomplishments to date.

Take a look at the full video or check out the main takeaways below:

  • 5:156:47 The motivation and heart behind Odd Notion’s ‘why’
  • 14:4716:24 Eleazar’s path into his career
  • 19:0521:08 Recapping Odd Notion’s campaign that won silver and gold for the Anthem Awards
  • 26:0430:06 Why Odd Notion’s cultural sensitivity and hustle sets them apart

Thank you, Eleazar, for joining us to celebrate your work, and we look forward to another ThinkNW Member Check-In in the future. 

Check out Odd Notion’s website and Eleazar’s LinkedIn to learn more. 

ThinkNW members, schedule your LinkedIn Live member check-in with us! Get in touch, and we’ll get you on the schedule.

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