About

A photo of the Activate front-office in Ferndale, MI
Activate staff gathered in front office

Activate, Inc. is an experiential marketing agency that brings brands to life through immersive activations, mobile tours, and premium PR kits. Founded in 2013, Activate is proud to have been a part of Detroit’s resurgence in our own small way, and we’ve since grown into a powerhouse of 40+ creative problem-solvers, dedicated to delivering results that matter.

As a women-owned business, we’re passionate about making marketing more dynamic, inclusive, and effective. Our work goes beyond impressions—we create meaningful connections that drive brand loyalty and business growth. Whether it’s producing unforgettable brand activations, hitting the road with mobile tours, or delivering impactful PR kits, we execute with toughness, creativity, and efficiency.

At Activate, we believe marketing should be as powerful as the brands we serve. Let’s build something unforgettable together.

Our Facilities

Activate staff packing experience kits for Delta 360

From our 75,000 sq. ft. facility in Metro Detroit, Activate delivers turnkey operations, installation, fulfillment, and fabrication services. We pre-build activations, kit pack all mailers,  store event assets, and more—all to ensure seamless execution for our clients.

Activate staff packing experience kits for Delta 360

We handle every detail from start to finish with in-house woodworking, truss and custom aluminum structure modifications, specialty decorating services like laser etching, 3D printing, embossing, and stamping, along with full shipping and receiving support.

Leadership

Kirsten Craig

CEO

Sean Craig

COO

Teresa Forman

Controller

Melissa Mertz

Director of Production

Megan Perhacs

Associate Creative Director

Geoff Materna

Technology Manager

Bre Gorback

Account Director

Evan Pugh

Operations Manager

Tara Preyers

Account Director

Blaize McIntyre

Operations Manager