deb pahl
i write stuff.
Hi, I’m Deb. I write stuff.
My illustrious career began in the third grade with my award-winning poster for St. Stan’s annual Polka Fest & Bunco Party. Then, it was off to Ball State – a school once ranked as One of the Best Party Schools in America. It was there that I would fine-tune my craft and hone my sense of humor. And sarcasm.
I've walked the halls of DDB Chicago, Tribal, Edelman and Havas, to name drop a few. I've lived the freelance life for clients like Discover and Hyatt. Even graced more than one red carpet as a stringer for WWD and DNR magazines. I've also been told I’m both charming and hysterical. Seriously, people say that.
A fashionista at heart, I served on the board of directors for Fashion Group International of Chicago, where I doubled as editor of its quarterly newsletter. I currently spend weeknights telling my mom, yes, people really do earn a living this way, and no, I’m not moving back home.
Stuff I’ve Been Awarded
Communication Arts
Effie Award
Adweek Ad of the Day
The Webbys
YouTube Top Performing Ads
Ad Age Editor’s Pick
Digital Agency of the Year
Stuff I Just Like
Otters
The Cubs (even pre-2016)
Elvis Costello
Lilacs
Dateline murder shows
My mom’s egg salad
Snoopy