Meet Jordan Garcia of JNA Advertising

Today we’d like to introduce you to Jordan Garcia.

Hi Jordan, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
Hello, my name is Jordan Garcia, and I am proud to say that I am a Kansan through and through. I was born and raised in Topeka, and after graduating with a Journalism degree from the University of Kansas in 2006, I began my advertising career in Chicago. I knew I wanted to join the advertising industry and was excited to dive in and make my mark.

After a few years in Chicago, I felt a pull to return to my roots in Kansas. I was excited to be back in my home state and part of an agency making a difference in the community. 2010 I joined JNA Advertising as their media director after a brief stint at Barkley.

Over the years, I have worked with many amazing clients, including Proctor & Gamble, Miller Brewing, Bank of America, and Garmin. However, the work I am most proud of is the local campaigns that truly impact the people in my community. Through my work with the Kansas Lottery, Kansas Department for Children and Families, Kansas Department of Labor, Animal Health Corridor, BioKansas, and the Kansas Department of Transportation, I know that I am making a difference in the lives of my family, friends, and neighbors. I have been with JNA Advertising for over a decade and am honored to say that I am currently the agency’s president. I lead a team of over 20 talented individuals who share my passion for making a difference in the community through advertising. Together, we work hard to create campaigns that truly make an impact.

Outside of work, I am lucky to have a wonderful family. I have a smart, caring, and beautiful wife named Megan, and together we have a combined family of four kids and two dogs. They are my motivation and support system, and I am grateful for them daily.

Looking back on my career, I am proud of what I have accomplished and grateful for my opportunities. I know that I am where I am today because of hard work, determination, and a commitment to making a difference in the world around me.

You wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle free, but so far would you say the journey has been fairly smooth?
Advertising, marketing & public relations work is always a challenging process. I didn’t know what I wanted to do at the start of my career. I stumbled along the way, finding my way initially with media planning & buying on national brands and campaigns. I quickly realized I loved advertising and working through the strategic issues that the different clients and campaigns had. There are obstacles and challenges for specific clients, and I would like to focus on working as a marketing and advertising contractor for the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) safety campaigns, such as impaired driving, occupant protection, distracted driving, and speeding. These can be difficult for several reasons.

1. First, these topics can be emotionally charged and sensitive, involving the potential loss of life or serious injury. As a result, it’s important to handle these topics with care and sensitivity while still getting the message across effectively.
2. Second, changing people’s behavior is always challenging, especially when it comes to habits that have been ingrained over many years. For example, getting people to put down their phones while driving or to wear their seatbelts can be challenging, even when the benefits of doing so are clear.
3. Third, there is often a lot of competition for people’s attention, especially in the digital age. With so much information and entertainment at our fingertips, breaking through the noise and capturing people’s attention with a safety campaign can be complex.
4. Fourth, budget constraints can limit the scope and reach of a safety campaign, making it difficult to get the message out to as many people as possible. This is incredibly challenging when trying to reach a diverse and widespread audience across the state.

Despite these challenges, working on KDOT safety campaigns can be extremely rewarding. Effective campaigns can make a real difference in reducing accidents and saving lives, a powerful motivator for those working in marketing and advertising for KDOT.

Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
As the President of JNA Advertising, our agency is truly exceptional. We are a full-service advertising agency located in Overland Park, Kansas, and we have been providing top-notch marketing and advertising services for over 19 years. Our founder, John Nohe, started JNA Advertising and continues to be an amazing leader.

Our unwavering commitment to our clients makes JNA Advertising such a great agency. We truly take the time to truly understand their needs, goals, and challenges and work closely with them to develop custom-tailored marketing strategies that deliver real results. We pride ourselves on building long-term partnerships with our clients, which has been a key factor in our success.

One of the things that sets us apart is our deep understanding of the local market. As a Kansas-based agency, we have a unique insight into the mindset, preferences, and behaviors of the people of Kansas. This local expertise has helped us create highly effective campaigns that resonate with our audience.

At JNA Advertising, we are also known for our creative advertising approach. Our team comprises talented writers, designers, and strategists who work collaboratively to develop innovative and engaging campaigns that capture consumers’ attention. Whether traditional media, digital and social media, or a combination of both, we have the expertise to develop campaigns across various channels.

Finally, our commitment to positively impacting the community is a core value of our agency. We have worked on many campaigns for local organizations and causes, including the Kansas Department of Transportation’s safety campaigns, and we take pride in knowing that our work is making a difference in people’s lives.

In summary, what makes JNA Advertising a great agency is our unwavering commitment to our clients, deep understanding of the local market, creative expertise, and commitment to giving back to the community.

Please talk to us about happiness and what makes you happy.
In my career, I am happy watching the team grow and achieve great work and campaigns. However, my time at home or out in the wild with my family makes me the most comfortable. I love spending time with my kids and wife tackling new trails, watching them find joy in their activities, and hopefully creating healthy, happy humans who can passionately attack the world. Outside work and home, I sit on multiple advisory boards, including the University of Kansas Alumni Board for Kansas City and the UMKC Regnier Advisory Board. I recently was a founding member of the Brand Lab of Kansas City board.

Contact Info:

• Website:www.jnaadv.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jnaadvertising/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/j-n-a-advertising/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jnaadvertising 

Image Credits
John Nohe, Collin Click, Molly Gall, Steven Ringel