Testimonials

I met Geoff through Taproot.org. We were looking for a script writer to work with us on our launch video for Sustainable City Project. His skill set was a perfect fit and he immersed himself in the project as if he were a paid employee, not a volunteer working pro bono. Geoff exceeded all expectations. Not only did he write a killer script, but he took on the role of creative director for the project, found a world class video production company to put all the pieces together pro bono, and stayed with the project thru the entire process - even while scuba diving in Hawaii. His professionalism, passion for his work and insight into our target audience and made the video a fantastic success. And in the process Geoff has become one of the biggest ambassadors for our mission. Thanks, Geoff.

— David Crane
Founder and Executive Director | Sustainable City Project

Geoff brought a level of creativity and a thoughtful approach to every project. I could always count on Geoff to turn internal themes and narratives into smart market facing copy, delivering engaging work with multiple viable options to choose from. Geoff's ability to translate complex, technical product information into approachable, conversational language was widely appreciated. Geoff is very efficient and can deliver with impressive speed – you can count on him to consistently deliver quality work across multiple simultaneous projects, multiple solutions, and multiple mediums (despite the tightest of timelines). I truly enjoyed working with Geoff.

— Sonia Moniz-Bennett
Head of Integrated Marketing Campaigns | BlackBerry

I had the pleasure of working with Geoff while at Havas. He’s always first to offer a helping creative mind, no matter the assignment. From a quick informal brainstorm to a holistic big brand platform, Geoff’s able to flex and provide strategically grounded creative ideas. He’s passionate about every piece of the process – from making sure the brief is solid to digging into the in-market results. As a Group Account Director, this is something I greatly value in a creative partner. He’s invested in delivering smart and breakthrough creative solutions that actually work, while keeping focused on short and long term objectives of the agency. Both agency and client teams alike appreciate his tenacity and ingenuity. If you’re ever on a project with Geoff – rest assured you’re in good company and hands.

— Jordan Wood
Group Account Director | Havas

Geoff possesses an unparalleled ability to infuse creativity intro every project he touches. His knack for turning raw ideas into compelling copy is truly remarkable, and his dedication to delivering excellence shines through in every piece of work he collaborates on. Geoff is a consummate collaborator. He thrives in team environments, fostering open communication and encouraging the sharing of ideas. His positive attitude and willingness to go above and beyond have made him a pleasure to work with and manage. Geoff is a talented creative leader who brings creativity, collaboration, and innovation to every project he undertakes. His contributions had an impact on our company, and I have no doubt that he will continue to excel in his future endeavors. Without hesitation, I would recommend Geoff for any role where his skills and expertise can be exercised.

— Marc Cormier
Director Brand Management | BlackBerry

It is my pleasure to recommend Geoff Skigen of Motivate, LLC. Their performance working as our advertising agency proved that they will be a valuable addition to any company. I have known Geoff for a little over a year in my capacity as Director of Marketing at Annabelle Candy Company. Motivate works for me on various projects including social media, advertising, and web design. Based on their work, I would rank him very highly. They are exceedingly creative and still are very aware of our budgets. They are also able to bring in outside experts to help us were needed.

— David Klabunde
Director of Sales and Marketing | Annabelle Candy Company

Geoff has been proactive, demonstrating initiative, motivation and has actively engaged the San Francisco team. He has had the most questions for CFC, which showcases his willingness to understand the brand. Motivate is super proactive, adds a lot of value, challenges as needed, and can also step in and act as interim Marketing Manager. We like that we can tap into Geoff’s depth of experience in FMCG & web as they worked on Amazon, Apple and others. Versus other boutique agencies, Geoff is more strategic and experienced in positioning and brand strategy, similar to big-ticket agencies. There is a good dynamic and our team to date has developed a good relationship and respect with Geoff. We have no hesitation in recommending Motivate to potential customers.

— Magda Long
Marketing Director | CFC/Chic Group

I worked with Geoff at the time we were combining three aviation companies into a new brand, Landmark Aviation. I was the Manager of Marketing Communications, then, and worked closely with Geoff on developing collateral, advertising and website content. Geoff was a quick study of the aviation industry and delivered outstanding work. We were able to pull off a very successful brand launch due to his expertise and professional skills. He provided great insight and worked tirelessly to complete a very large project, on time and on budget. Geoff’s professionalism and his ability to deliver very high quality work are second to none.

— Craig Voelker
President | Aviation Marketing Resources, Inc

I acted as an advisor to Geoff and the rest of the folks at Motivate, and found them to be responsible and responsive to their clients, to be more than reasonably priced for the amount of time that they invest, to be capable of delivering multi-media solutions, and to be quite creative in the solutions they recommended. Besides that, they are easy and nice folks to work with. I would recommend Motivate.

— Fred S Goldberg
Founder/Chairman | Goldberg Moser O'Neill

Geoff designed and created a great ad campaign for me. He and his team are very creative and do great work.

— Charles Triay
Owner | Triay Law Office

We hired Geoff’s team to redesign our aging website. Not only did they present an engaging and out-of-the-box design, but the implementation was thorough and professional. I would recommend Geoff’s creative work without hesitation.

— Taylor Safford
President and CEO Pier 39 Limited Partnership

I met Geoff thru Taproot.org. We were looking for a script writer to work with us on our launch video for Sustainable City Project. His skill set was a perfect fit and he immersed himself in the project as if he were a paid employee, not a volunteer working pro bono. Geoff exceeded all expectations. Not only did he write a killer script, but he took on the role of creative director for the project, found a world class video production company to put all the pieces together pro bono, and stayed with the project through the entire process - even while scuba diving in Hawaii. His professionalism, passion for his work and insight into our target audience and made the video a fantastic success. And in the process Geoff has become one of the biggest ambassadors for our mission. Thanks, Geoff.

— David Crane
Founder and Executive Director | Sustainable City Project

I had the pleasure of working with Geoff at 23andMe. His deep motivation and desire to go above and beyond the project at hand are some of his great assets. Geoff always delivered numerous thought out options which were invaluable and resulted with the best copy. His endless energy is contagious!

— Jessie Inchauspe
Senior Product Manager | 23andMe

Exuberance, creative passion, dedication and loyalty are the best words to describe Geoff. I have known Geoff for over 10 years and worked with him on several major accounts. His timeless energy and skills as a true collaborator would make him an asset for any team. Geoff is also an extremely generous and caring human, someone I plan to work with for many years to come.

— Michelle Regenbogen
Principal | Macchiatto