Chris Plehal

Chris Plehal is an experienced creative professional currently serving as the VP and Creative Director at OBERLAND, an ad agency dedicated to purpose-driven brands since July 2022. Previously, Chris held the position of Group Creative Director at Red Tettemer O'Connell + Partners, leading a bi-coastal creative team specializing in digital content and food-based advertising. A notable achievement includes spearheading a campaign at co:collective LLC that transformed YouTube into a star-making platform. Chris's freelance work includes copywriting for prominent agencies and television networks, and a role as Creative Lead at Google's Creative Lab. Beginning as a Jr. Copywriter at Hill Holliday and JWT, Chris's educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in English and Linguistics from Dartmouth College and several advanced studies in advertising and performance.