We have a deep understanding of direct response marketing and we apply that knowledge to our storytelling.

Landon started Grindstone on the floor of his apartment in 2018. He wanted to find a way to help companies promote their products and services beyond the traditional door-to-door sales model. He also wanted to take the work ethic he developed on his family farm near Exeter, Nebraska and grow his own successful business.To keep himself sharp, Landon listens to podcasts and reads books focused on entrepreneurship and personal development. He even hosts his own podcast called Spark to Fire where he interviews other successful business leaders. He’s a firm believer in the mantra: “If you’re not growing, you’re dying,” and applies that mentality to everything he does.

‍Fun fact: Landon’s impressions are impeccable. Ask him to do anyone and he won’t disappoint.

Jenna graduated from Nebraska Wesleyan University in 2011. Prior to joining Grindstone, she spent 10 years working for Stanley Black and Decker in various sales and marketing roles. As Executive Producer & Director, Jenna works hard on and off set to ensure each client's vision comes to life. Having conducted hundreds of interviews, she particularly enjoys asking thoughtful questions and then working with the editors to weave the answers into meaningful stories. She also has a knack for making clients feel comfortable in front of the camera, which is critical for the success of each project.

Fun fact: Jenna lived in Costa Rica for six months to study Spanish.

Hometown: St Paul, Nebraska

Joelle has a passion for creativity which, fueled by her academic journey culminating in a Bachelor’s degree in Design and Visual Communications, has channeled her artistic edge to carve a path in the world of creative collaboration and organization. She strives to breathe life into projects and thrives on being a collaborator, weaving her unique perspective and artistic finesse into concepts that leave clients excited to be in the spotlight.With a background in franchise marketing and graphic design, Joelle has a rounded and detailed perspective on brand development.
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Fun Fact: Beyond her professional pursuits, she’s an avid traveler, a writer, a photographer, and a lover of gardening, infusing her off-hours with the same creative energy that defines her professional endeavors.

Hometown: Dallas, Texas
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Kaleb graduated from the University of North Texas in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in Media Arts with a focus in Post-Production. Prior to joining Grindstone, he spent 3 years producing national commercials for brands like Dunkin, AT&T, Goya Foods, The Texas Rangers, and Pollo Campero. As Executive Producer, he ensures that each video that Grindstone produces is of the highest quality and falls within the provided Brand Guidelines. Kaleb is dedicated to ensuring the highest quality possible for our clients on and off set. Facilitating a fun, comfortable, and focused environment is of the utmost importance to Kaleb, as he feels it ensures optimal results. Having studied filmmaking since his youth, Kaleb is overjoyed to discuss his knowledge of production techniques from concept to post-production editing. Honestly, because he is obsessed with it and wants to share his passion with anyone willing to listen.

Fun Fact: Kaleb owns 1,000 Blu-Ray discs and that number grows every single week. He is also obsessed with Godzilla movies.