At CMRignite, we believe that purpose-driven work begins with bold leadership and an unwavering commitment to impact. That’s why we’re honored to celebrate our president, David Bowles, who was recently recognized as a Young Professional Mastermind at Milwaukee’s UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball.
This recognition is more than a personal achievement — it reflects a broader legacy that began with our chairman and founder, Jacque Moore, who launched CMRignite in 1995 as a one-woman agency focused on driving meaningful social change. Today, we proudly stand as one of the nation’s leading cause marketing agencies. For 30 years, we’ve specialized in behavior-change marketing that focuses on authentic community engagement, clear communication, and measurable outcomes.
Under David’s transformative leadership, CMRignite has entered a new era of innovation and expansion. In just three years, we experienced a growth rate of 709% and were recognized on Inc.’s list of 5,000 fastest-growing companies — a milestone that reflects our expanding impact.
While our growth has been significant, what truly defines this new chapter under Bowles’s leadership is our continued commitment to the values that have guided us from the start. We believe that those closest to the problems can design the best solutions – which is why we intentionally have team members with a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences at the table when we create campaigns. Diversity of thought makes us stronger, and this foundation drives our “Total Market” approach — a bold, data-informed strategy that helps organizations reach the ENTIRE marketplace and motivates audiences to act.
As we look to the future, we remain focused on shaping campaigns that don’t just raise awareness, but catalyze action — from increasing health access to educating residents about affordable housing programs and empowering Americans through financial literacy campaigns – we know knowledge is power and, we aim to lead campaigns that leave communities better.
To learn more about our agency’s bold vision and Bowles’ plans for the future, read the full feature article published by Madison365.com — Madison’s nonprofit online news outlet.
