Franco was recently named as one of Crain’s Cool Places to Work so we wanted to let the world know our favorite things about working here. We asked around the office to figure out what makes Franco so cool.
1. Franco is friendly
“I think Franco is cool because we get to work with so many awesome clients and get to see them grow/develop over time! I also think Franco is awesome because of our luncheons and snacks in the kitchen!! The culture of Franco is excellent and I feel like I can ask anybody anything at any time.” James Youness, public relations coordinator
2. Franco cares
“The people are what make Franco cool. When I interview potential new employees and interns, we get a lot of questions about the culture here. The first thing I always say is that we all genuinely care about each other – and that’s from the CEO down. What’s more is that we actually spend time with each other outside of work.” Ann Marie Fortunate, account supervisor
3. We always have food
“Being a new employee can be scary but I know Franco is a cool place because of how warm and welcoming everyone is. Also, you’ll never go hungry here, we’re always getting some good food!” Rachel Burnard, public relations coordinator
4. We do cool activities
“Franco is a cool place to work because the agency truly makes an investment into its employees’ success. From small things like snacks to spontaneous group ice cream runs to massages for the floor, it shows that Franco is willing to go above and beyond to keep employees happy and motivated.” Geoff Geist, digital marketing specialist
5. Our office is in a cool location
“Since the GMRENCEN is one of our clients, our team helped to coordinate food trucks next to the RenCen all summer. I’m not sure why, but ordering and eating food out of a truck makes me so happy! We also planned yoga on the roof of the Beaubien parking garage multiple times this summer, which I was more than happy to participate in.” Jennifer Spears, assistant account executive
6. Franco gives back
“We have a number of opportunities to give back to the community through service including helping clients like The Salvation Army, TedXDetroit and the Belle Isle Conservancy, serving on organizations like PRSA and IABC, and participating in programs like Grow Detroit Young Talent.” Elizabeth Robbins-Sabourin, account manager
7. Franco loves Detroit
“Franco is cool because our office is in the GMRENCEN, right off of the water. Our views are beautiful and we’re right in the middle of the hustle and bustle of Detroit. I think it’s great that Franco didn’t just come to Detroit when it started to be recognized as “cool.” We’ve been here since the beginning.” Adriane Davis, digital marketing specialist
8. Franco = family
“At Franco we function more like a family than just co-workers. Whether it’s a client project or planning a wedding, we are always there to collaborate and help each other out!” Erica Swoish, senior account executive
9. We value each other
“We are cool because we respect and value our employees and clients.” Tina Sullivan, senior vice president
10. Franco is a team
“I think the team captured the reasons why Franco is cool, but if I had to put it into one word, it would be “team.” I consider our clients and our employees as one big team that makes this place cool. We’re lucky to work with clients that reflect Franco’s values, and with teammates that truly care about one another. We are teammates in every sense of the word. We happily help each other when needed, celebrate our successes together, laugh and cry together, and work together to solve problems. I always say we have the best team in town, and I truly believe it. It’s great to be cool, and it’s awesome to be Franco!” Tina Kozak, president
