Independent list · re-checked September 28, 2026 · published by Primortul LLC

Flynn Wright

Flynn Wright is a full-service advertising agency headquartered in downtown Des Moines with offices in Sioux Falls and Portland. Its 101 staff cover research, strategy, creative, in-house media planning and buying, direct marketing and PR, and the agency produces broadcast, digital and out-of-home campaigns for clients in telecom, equipment, energy, retail, agriculture and tourism. Nobody pays to be ranked.

Why it’s hereThe largest locally owned advertising agency in Des Moines, in business since 1984 with an in-house media department and accounts such as Mediacom, Bobcat and the Iowa Lottery. Number 1 of the advertising agencies in Des Moines.

Who leads itPaul Schlueter, CEO.

Work they can showSouth Dakota Corn. Research-led ethanol promotion campaign; sales of Unleaded 88 rose more than sixfold on Unleaded 88 Day.

Estimated cost

Estimated: $10,000–$40,000, typical for Des Moines advertising retainers; not a quote.

Typical industry estimate, not a quote from any firm on this list.

A fit forRegional brands in utilities, ag, healthcare and tourism that want research-driven campaigns plus media, direct marketing and PR from one Des Moines shop founded in 1984, with offices in Sioux Falls and Portland.

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Based in
Des Moines, IA
Founded
1984
Team size
51–200 people
Led by
Paul Schlueter, CEO
Known for
full-service advertising · media planning and buying · broadcast creative · research · public relations
Named clients
Mediacom, Bobcat, Culligan, Medica, MidAmerican Energy, Fareway, Kemin, Iowa Lottery, Sammons, Advanced Drainage Systems
Best for
Regional brands in utilities, ag, healthcare and tourism that want research-driven campaigns plus media, direct marketing and PR from one Des Moines shop founded in 1984, with offices in Sioux Falls and Portland.
Selected work
  • South Dakota Corn. Research-led ethanol promotion campaign; sales of Unleaded 88 rose more than sixfold on Unleaded 88 Day. source ↗
Estimated cost

Estimated: $10,000–$40,000, typical for Des Moines advertising retainers; not a quote.

Typical industry estimate, not a quote from any firm on this list.

Office
1408 Locust Street · Des Moines, IA · 50309 · (515) 243-2845
Flynn Wright homepage, captured September 28, 2026
flynnwright.com · homepage on September 28, 2026

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