WHO WE ARE
— A National Social Impact-Focused Digital Marketing Agency with a Hub in Northern New Mexico —
Obtain Creative offers over 30 years of combined experience working with nonprofits and government agencies — as well as large national and international brands across a variety of industries.
Our team focuses on data-backed strategies with attention to detail, starting with a deep dive into your organization’s goals to inform our work together. Through the years, we found our best client relationships involve ones with passionate, purpose-driven teams who don’t shy away from getting into the nitty gritty and coming up with a robust, meaningful strategy (we take care of that 😉).
We also offer a free site and online presence evaluation, giving you a sneak peek of the value we can offer. Just visit the “Free SEO & Site Evaluation” page, fill in three simple fields, and we’ll send it your way.
*We process these individually, so please give us a full business week to receive and return yours. There is no automation here. Told you we were different.
If we sound like a good fit for your organization, please reach out to schedule a call or Zoom with our team. We look forward to serving you! Thanks for checking us out!
A National Social Impact-Focused Digital Marketing Agency with a Hub in Northern New Mexico.
Obtain Creative offers over 30 years of combined experience working with nonprofits and government agencies — as well as large national and international brands across a variety of industries.
Our team focuses on data-backed strategies with attention to detail, starting with a deep dive into your organization’s goals to inform our work together. Through the years, we found our best client relationships involve ones with passionate, purpose-driven teams who don’t shy away from getting into the nitty gritty and coming up with a robust, meaningful strategy (we take care of that 😉).
We also offer a free site and online presence evaluation, giving you a sneak peek of the value we can offer. Just visit the “Free SEO & Site Evaluation” page, fill in three simple fields, and we’ll send it your way.
*We process these individually so please give us a full business week to receive and return yours. No automation here. Told you we were different.
If we sound like a good fit for your organization, please reach out to schedule a call or Zoom with our team. We look forward to serving you! Thanks for checking us out!
THE FACE BEHIND OBTAIN
Ashley Steele, Founder & CEO
Ashley started her career in Los Angeles in 2008, working as an editor and art direction assistant for the national publication 944 Magazine. From there, her skills grew in graphics and copy to custom web development, SEO, and Social Media at a number of startups in Denver, CO — eventually leading to managing entire digital departments at large, national agencies with big brands before starting Obtain.
Ashley, or “Ash,” has a passion for the balance between creative and analytical and loves helping purpose-driven businesses and organizations succeed. If you have a marketing question, Ash is happy to answer it.
Ashley Steele, Founder & CEO
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
Sheila Martin, Social Media Manager
Sheila brings 10+ years of customer service and administration experience to the team, working across multiple industries, including government. — Helping others has always been a passion of hers. Sheila is new to marketing but has an eye for photography and a way with words.
She loves that marketing has given her the freedom to share her creativity. She hopes to flourish in this industry and to help clients make an impact on their communities.
Sheila is bubbly, with a big personality, loves to laugh, cook, make charcuterie boards and bread, hang out with friends, and spend time with her husband (Austin) and daughter (Isabella).
Sheila Martin, Social Media Manager
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Maggie Binner, Operations Manager
Maggie has a background in marketing and business operations, working across multiple industries. If you need something communicated and organized *really well*, Maggie has your back.
Maggie describes herself as creative, resourceful, empathetic, and kind — and likes to think she’s the funniest in her family. 😆 Maggie is a wife and mother of 3 kiddos, and a huge advocate for fostering and adoption. Her passions include fitness, Disney, iced coffee, and all things true crime.
Maggie Binner, Operations Manager
DIGITAL MEDIA MANAGER
Arlene Payan, Digital Media Manager
Arlene Payan is an experienced marketer with eight years in the industry, known for making words stick. Her approach is like chatting with a friend who happens to be a master at crafting memorable messages. From giving startups a cool edge to refreshing established brands and even elevating an L.A. noodle brand’s pun game, Arlene’s versatility and bold style shine through.
Outside of work, Arlene loves exploring life with her son, Logan. On the weekends, you can catch her with a cocktail, binge-watching a new series, or just out with her chocolate Lab, Cool Hand Luke. She’s passionate about fostering community engagement through strategic influencer partnerships and interactive content. In Arlene’s world, every word has the potential to make you think, laugh, and maybe even do a double-take.
Arlene Payan, Digital Media Manager
PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY (NM)
Liz Hassett, Creative Director & Photographer of Moonlight Studios NM
Liz is the Creative Director & Photographer of Moonlight Studios NM. She works with Obtain to capture impactful visual stories for some of our clients in The Land of Enchantment.
Liz has shot, produced, and directed commercial projects for international and local brands. With experience across multiple industries — including media, nonprofits, agencies, fine art, and academics — the common thread is always identity, integrity, and cohesive, effective storytelling