Workingwith
purpose.
Since 2004, we’ve partnered with our clients across California to build authentic community connections that drive measurable results. Our local insight, cross-sector expertise, and practical approach transform how healthcare providers, nonprofits, government agencies, and businesses engage with the communities they serve.
Our approach and
how this drives us.
Imagine
We start by dreaming big with you. What would success truly look like? What obstacles have prevented progress? What possibilities exist that haven't been explored? This phase is about expanding what's possible before determining what's practical.
Create
Next, we develop pragmatic strategies that work within your real-world constraints. We identify the resources, tools, and approaches that can transform possibilities into plans. This is where our Sacramento Region knowledge becomes invaluable—we understand which approaches will resonate because we're part of the local context.
Integrate
Finally, we deliver solutions that you can immediately implement. Our work creates immediate value and drives measurable results. We provide the training, tools, and ongoing support to ensure our solutions become part of your organization's DNA.
Get to know
our team.
Get to know the people who'll be helping your organization connect more meaningfully with the communities that matter to your success.
Leadership Team
Gordon Fowler
Founder & CEO
Voice of the Strategy
Gordon brings the broader community perspective into every strategy, bridging the gap between organizations and the people they want to reach. When traditional approaches fail, he finds pathways others miss through his ability to navigate complex relationships across diverse stakeholder groups. Drawing on 25+ years of experience and active board service with the Sacramento Metro Chamber, the Sacramento Region Community Foundation, and Community Health Works, Gordon creates meaningful connections that extend our clients' reach throughout the region. He doesn't just develop strategies—he facilitates conversations that bring diverse perspectives together, creating consensus around important initiatives when others see only barriers.
Jamie Von Sossan
President
Voice of the Opportunity
Jamie discovers where brand, community, and client goals intersect, transforming these insights into tangible action. Since joining 3fold as an Account Manager and rising to President, she has consistently evolved how clients connect with their communities, replacing standard outreach with memorable real-world experiences. Her sports marketing background brings a unique perspective to creating partnership opportunities and community activations that feel authentic rather than promotional. Through her involvement with organizations like the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber and Teach for America, Jamie expands our network of partnership possibilities, opening innovative pathways for clients to reach previously missed audiences.
Client Strategy and Communication
Carolyn Hopkins-Vasquez
VP of Client Services
Voice of the Client
Carolyn ensures your purpose remains at the center of everything we do. She translates organizational objectives into community-driven strategies that reflect real needs rather than assumptions, never losing sight of the "why" behind your work. With expertise in diversity and representation, Carolyn identifies audience segments you might be missing and develops approaches that speak authentically to varied communities. Her experience organizing community events informs strategies that bring people together around shared purpose, while her crisis response expertise helps maintain relationships during challenging times.
Angela Criser
VP of Strategic Communication
Voice of Connection
Angela ensures your message speaks to the community—not at them. Since 3fold's founding in 2004, she has specialized in transforming complex ideas into clear, honest storytelling that sounds like a real person rather than an institution. Angela develops communication frameworks that help organizations maintain genuine community conversations long after our work together ends. When existing materials aren't generating the response you need, she helps find a voice that invites participation instead of creating distance, focusing on simple, direct messaging that builds relationships through honesty.
Media and Channel Strategy
Christie Pierce
VP of Media
Voice of the Audience
Christie ensures your campaigns are not only heard but felt—matching message with moment and channel with community. Drawing on experience across 13 countries, he brings global perspective to local engagement challenges, precisely identifying which channels will reach and resonate with your specific community segments. Christie focuses on meaningful engagement metrics that reflect relationship-building rather than just impressions, helping you make the most of limited resources. His approach ensures your campaigns reach the right people at the right time through touchpoints that create meaningful connection.
Madison Torres
Media Specialist
Voice of the Data
Madison brings research, performance insights, and cultural responsiveness into your campaigns so you understand what's working, what matters, and what needs to shift. Her International Studies background from UC Berkeley informs her approach to audience research, helping uncover motivations and barriers that standard demographics miss. Madison tracks community response to campaigns in real-time, providing comprehensive reporting that shows not just what's working but why. By balancing analytics with cultural awareness, she ensures your resources focus on platforms that build genuine community relationships and refines campaigns for maximum relevance.
Creative and Design
Angel Membrere
Creative Director
Voice of the Experience
Angel ensures everything we create doesn't just look good—but feels right, guiding how you show up visually in your community with authenticity and heart. His background developing content for major brands like Taco Bell has taught him how to break through noise while maintaining genuine connection. Angel focuses on visual storytelling that resonates instantly, turning standard outreach into compelling narratives that spark community engagement. Every design decision strengthens the relationship between your organization and the people you serve, building pride within communities while inviting broader participation from desired audiences.
Maria Ratinova
Senior Graphic Designer
Voice of Representation
Maria reflects lived realities and ensures full community representation with design choices that make all audiences feel seen and respected. With over 20 years of experience across print, digital, and motion graphics, she creates designs that connect emotionally with diverse community segments. Maria's international background provides unique sensitivity to cultural nuances, helping your organization communicate authentically across boundaries. While she's earned multiple design awards, her true focus remains creating visual assets that facilitate genuine connection between your organization and the communities you serve, particularly across cultural differences.
Project and Community Activation
Isabel Matick
Project Manager
Voice of the Structure
Isabel turns vision into reality by ensuring timelines, resources, and roles are aligned—so your big ideas don't get lost in the details. She synchronizes project timelines with community needs and rhythms, ensuring your outreach happens at the right moments for maximum impact. Isabel anticipates implementation challenges before they affect community relationships, creating clear action plans that deliver on promises. Her meticulous coordination allows your team to focus on building connections without operational distractions, making even the most complex community engagement efforts run smoothly from concept to completion.
Aleya Samaniego
Community and Content Coordinator
Voice of the Community
Aleya keeps your organization connected to what's actually happening in the community by creating content that reflects real experiences and building relationships that feel genuine. Since joining 3fold as a Community Activator in 2018, she's developed a deep understanding of how different communities like to receive information and connect with organizations. Aleya translates community insights into messages that resonate with diverse audiences, helping clients build lasting relationships through consistent, culturally aware communication. Her grassroots approach to content creation and event representation turns one-time interactions into ongoing connections that benefit both organizations and the communities they serve.
Community connection that
drives real results.
The Challenge
In a region as diverse as Sacramento, organizations struggle to truly connect with the communities they serve. Generic marketing approaches fall flat. Programs miss their targets. Resources get wasted. And opportunities to create meaningful impact slip away.
Our Solution
Since 2004, 3fold has specialized in bridging these gaps. We help healthcare providers, nonprofits, government agencies, and community-focused businesses build authentic relationships that deliver measurable outcomes. Our deep roots in the Sacramento Region give us insights that outsiders miss and connections that transform how organizations engage with their communities.
The Impact
Our clients don't just communicate better—they achieve tangible results that strengthen their organizations and the communities they serve. Our case studies below demonstrate how our community-centered approach translates into measurable outcomes across different sectors.
The industries
we serve.
Healthcare
Healthcare providers connecting patients with life-changing care.
Nonprofits
Nonprofits building support for crucial missions.
Education
Educational institutions creating pathways to opportunity.
Government
Government agencies improving public participation.
Member Organizations
Trade associations strengthening member engagement.
Businesses
Community-focused businesses building customer loyalty through local impact.
A commitment to
community involvement.
We believe in practicing what we preach. Our team is actively involved in strengthening the Sacramento Region, including roles on:
Awards and
recognition.
We believe in practicing what we preach. Our team is actively involved in strengthening the Sacramento Region, including roles on:
Industry Excellence
Our approach to community connection has earned recognition from leading industry organizations.
- American Advertising Federation Awards (ADDY) for creative campaigns that break through the noise.
- Hermes Creative Awards recognizing excellence in concept, writing, and design.
- PRSA San Diego, Edward L. Bernays "Mark of Excellence" Award for innovative public relations strategies.
- Ragan Communications Awards for effective corporate communications.
- CAPIO Epic Awards celebrating outstanding public information and communications.
- Community College Planning and Research Organization (CCPRO) Awards for excellence in educational marketing.
Community Impact
Our commitment to the Sacramento region has been recognized by local organizations.
- Sacramento Metro Chamber Small Business of the Year for our contributions to the regional economy.
- Sacramento Business Journal's Corporate Citizenship Award recognizing our commitment to making the region a better place.
- Sacramento Business Journal's Most Admired CEO recognizing Gordon Fowler's leadership and community involvement.
- Sacramento PRSA PR Professional of the Year honoring excellence in public relations.
- City of Sacramento Economic Gardening 2.0 Grant Recipient supporting our growth and innovation.
- Certified Ethical Advertising Executive (CEAE), the first and only ethical certification for advertising industry practitioners.
These recognitions reflect our ongoing commitment to excellence, innovation, and meaningful community impact. They represent not just what we've achieved, but what we've helped our clients achieve throughout the Sacramento region.
Ready to make
something happen.
Let’s talk about your business and how to best connect with your community.
