Take Me to Your Leaders
When we started HERO, we knew exactly what type of agency we wanted to be: one that fosters relationships, innovation, creativity, and fun. For us, being a HERO means loving what we do and doing our best possible work every day—even in ways that people don’t notice. It’s about caring for others, being honest in all we do, and leading by example.
Richard Bumgarner
Founder & CEO
Obsession is bad in a roommate. But it's exactly what you want in the guy championing your business. For 20+ years, Richard has been bringing his own brand of can-do energy to clients across consumer tech, healthcare, financial services, B2B, SaaS, and professional services. Spearheading award-winning, performance-boosting campaigns on behalf of clients like Verizon, Chase, Kaiser Permanente, Microsoft, and UCLA Health is all in a day’s work.
Kim Johnson
EVP & CCO
Kim has been developing CRM and data-driven campaigns long before they were industry buzzwords. She honed her sharp-eyed skill set over 20+ years of managing campaigns in healthcare and high-tech, working with clients such as Blue Shield and Autodesk. Her ability to strategize and direct campaigns across channels and industries, while keeping her eye on the bigger picture, is matched only by her thirst for adventure.
Jonathan Butts
Chief Creative Officer
If you want creative work that makes your C-suite (including your CFO) jump for joy, JB is your man. For 20+ years, Jonathan has been delivering award-winning campaigns that command attention and drive sales. Equal parts strategist, direct-response nerd, and global brand builder, he has earned recognition worldwide for his work with Microsoft, Visa, Google, HP, Alaska Airlines, and other top companies.