Building a Marketing Agency with Staying Power

How do you build a marketing agency that not only lasts—but thrives in a fast-moving, tech-fueled digital world? In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Kulka, Founder and Owner of BOOM! Marketing Agency, to uncover the foundation of over 11 years of agency success. From BOOM!’s early vision to crafting powerful brand strategies and long-term client relationships—including the meteoric rise of Gray Duck Spirits—Ryan shares hard-earned insights into client retention, conversion rate optimization (CRO), and staying agile in the age of AI and automation. We also draw inspiration from Animal Collective’s groundbreaking album Merriweather Post Pavilion, examining how the band’s experimental production, bold sonic identity, and collaborative spirit mirror the mindset needed to build a resilient, innovative agency that stands the test of time.