Founded in 1998 as a copywriting agency, we’ve grown into a robust team, with experts in just about every aspect of marketing, branding, and problem resolution. 20+ years later, our work aligns with our A-Train values, but we don’t just work hard - we play hard too. Learn about our leadership team:
Timothy Zercher
CEO
Timothy is a Colorado native who enjoys healthy competition, trying new things, and contributing to the community. If you are looking for someone who can look at the big picture and give you a detailed strategy to crush your competition, Timothy is your guy. A workaholic, Timothy also serves on the Executive Board of Directors for The Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado, The Sangre De Christo Arts and Conference Center, and The Alumni Board of Directors for CSU-Pueblo.
Words to live by:
“No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change the world.”
Hobbies:
- Chess
- Hiking
- Golf
- Strategy games
Dawna Hecker
COO
Dawna is a skilled servant leader who oversees our team, helps build relationships with our clients and the community, and keeps our projects moving along. She enjoys the challenge of managing a multitude of moving parts and having each day be different than the last one.
Words to live by:
“No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change the world.” - Robin Williams
Hobbies:
- Cooking/baking
- Camping
- Fishing
- Travel
- Relaxing with family
Kate Flachman
Account Services Director
Whether she’s fostering client relations with a mom-and-pop business or Fortune 500 company, Kate brings her sunny disposition and will-do attitude to any situation at hand. It’s helping to bridge the gap between what a client wants/needs vs. what an agency needs to do to achieve said goal that keeps her moving forward. This enthusiasm and energy are carried out by herself and the rest of the A-Train team through every solution for our clients!
Words to live by:
“The two things in life you are in total control over are your attitude & your effort.” - Billy Cox
Hobbies:
- Amateur Chef
- Board Game Nerd
- Family Fun - #1 Auntie
Charlie Mueller
Art Director
Charlie wears many hats, all of them well. He is skilled at art direction and graphic design, but can also handle complex client relationships, project administration, and staff management - just to name a few. His down to earth attitude and approachable style make him a great team leader.
Words to live by:
“Be the change you want to see in the world.” - Ghandi
Hobbies:
- Photography (landscape and macro)
- Illustration
- LEGO®
Problems We Solve
By blending creativity with critical thinking, we solve complex marketing problems to build brands, enhance reputations, and connect the right people to the products and services they need.
LEARN MOREWork We Create
We use a best practices approach to develop strategic, engaging creative and marketing tools. Our team is dedicated, to a fault, to getting the job done.
SEE OUR WORK
Want to be part of a talented group of marketers? Well good news, we are always on the lookout for new talent to add to the team. Check out current job openings.