About us – Akahai Marketing

Get to Know the Team

Who We Are

Why the heck would you choose us over the dozens of other agencies out there? We have five great reasons below, but here’s more. We’re hands-on with our clients and can seamlessly meld into existing teams when needed. We understand that you’re here for the long haul, and so are we. We come from a diverse background of digital marketing disciplines. We are specialized and focused on what we’re good at, ensuring our work lets you focus on what you’re good at.

Flexibility

While we can package our services, we adapt to the needs of our customers and their markets. We adjust our resources to focus more on what you value most so you get what you pay for while getting what you want!

Quality

Our genuine interest in your success shows through our work. Creative, superior performance is the natural byproduct of planning, strategy, and attention to detail.

Clarity

You want to get your value just as much as we want to prove ours. Our performance reports demonstrate what we’re up to. Through transparent communication, we like to cover – where we’ve been, where we’re going, and how we’re getting there – together.

Growth

Our clients are more like partners. Each is unique. Each has things to learn and things to teach. While we’re strong in our wheelhouse services, there’s always room for improvement in what we do and how we do it. We like to grow together, improve together, and succeed together.

Modesty

The literal definition of the Hawaiian word, “Akahai,” we are your humble digital marketing experts. Humility is scientifically proven to strengthen social bonds – core to building a strong, lasting community! We simply wouldn’t be here if we weren’t confident we could deliver.

Why We Do Things This Way

Expertise, time, and software – that’s what you’re paying for. Sure you could probably figure this out, but we’re gonna be so much more efficient [we’d better be] than you because this is all we do! We also use a good software stack to support our work. It requires investment, but you’re worth it.

These packages are guidelines, but they’re intentionally built to provide a grouping of complimentary services. Don’t wanna be put in a box? That’s cool! Everything is customizable. In fact, every proposal will be custom in some way. You’re unique, shouldn’t your service be?

Cheyenne Fergerstrom

M.A. Ed. Leadership educated forward-thinking marketing strategist and entrepreneur that combines over a decade of experience with a mastery of digital marketing. Expert with previous Director roles in both Economic Development and Public Affairs that has built a reputation for crafting innovative strategies that drive impactful results, as well as responsive and reliable client support. Founder of a dynamic marketing firm, specializing in content marketing, social media strategy, and brand storytelling that orchestrates memorable experiences that resonate across digital platforms.

Passionate advocate for collaboration that excels in directing cross-departmental initiatives and empowering teams to achieve their full potential. With an additional successful and notable background in comms strategy development, event management, public relations, crisis and organizational communications, graphic design, web maintenance, influencer management, and more.

Sarah Dowells

Hey there! I’m the creative mastermind behind Akahai Marketing, where I help bring visions to life with bold designs and captivating storytelling. I graduated magna cum laude from Colorado Mesa University (CMU) with a BFA in Graphic Design. With a background in social media marketing and brand development, I spent several years in the professional world until I found my home here as the Graphic Design Specialist for Akahai Marketing.

It was during my time at CMU that I met my wonderful husband. In true Colorado fashion, we love spending time outdoors with our two fur babies – camping, hiking, paddleboarding. When I’m not partnering with Cheyenne to take the marketing world by storm, you can find me training to become a future pro pickleball player or reading the latest release of a new fantasy series. Never know where creative inspiration can come from!

Ingrid Bandrich

Hey there! I’m Ingrid, the newest creative at Akahai Marketing, where I bring ideas to life through design. I graduated from Colorado Mesa University with a degree in Graphic Design – Visual Design and have been loving the journey of growing as a designer here at Akahai Marketing. My passion lies in social media and branding—creating eye-catching graphics and engaging content that connect with audiences. Whether I’m designing for a brand’s identity or crafting visuals that stand out online, I enjoy every step of the creative process.

When I’m not behind the screen, you can find me off on my next adventure. I love traveling and discovering new places, always looking for fresh inspiration along the way. And if I’m not exploring somewhere new, I’m probably picking up a new hobby—because why not keep things exciting?

This ain't our first rodeo.

Akahai’s digital marketing experience comes from a number of industries but primarily public relations, where the competition is fierce and opposition is cut-throat. We can help companies thrive and stand out in the harshest landscapes.