8thirtyfour

Name: 8thirtyfour
Address: 1365 Plainfield Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49505, US
Telephone: (616)2992677
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Integrated is how we view the world, and it’s also how we deliver communications and learning.

It connects every piece of your company or employees to one clear plan—focused on people, driven by big ideas, and measured through data. We’re not your typical public relations, digital, or marketing agency. We do things differently, and we’re pretty picky about who we work with. If you are seeking a results-focused, hardworking, integrated team you can trust, we’re here for you.

10/14/2026

A little rain didn't slow Kim Bode down.

Kim was in Washington, D.C., this week for - three days where Army leaders, industry partners, and the defense community come together for innovation, insight, and connection.

We can’t wait to hear some of her takeaways. Stay tuned for more soon.

Association of the United States Army - AUSA National

10/13/2026

Who made all these rules anyway?

Don’t wear color. Don’t share your ideas. Don’t put yourself out there. Don’t talk about your family.

We’re told to follow them, but Kim Bode says question every single one. Then uncover your big hairy audacious goal, throw out the rulebook, and build a personal brand that actually works for you.

Thank you to Aggie Chydzinski and Cristy (O’Connor) Jordan for having Kim on the Empowered Women Leaders Podcast and, well... for being total badasses.

Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1l6AD09ms8AyWSYGnkJBTO?si=76d4PYShSVKKUoziehkNFg&nd=1&dlsi=acc90b9477544542

10/06/2026

We’re feeling nostalgic as ArtPrize came to a close this past weekend, so it's story time...

14 years ago – almost to the day – thousands of lanterns lit up the sky over Grand Rapids and almost nobody knew who was behind it.

Back when 8THIRTYFOUR was still 834 Design & Marketing, a project landed on our desk that no one wanted to touch. The risks were obvious: thousands of people, open flames, a downtown full of rooftops, and a timeline of about six weeks. Our crazy selves saw the possibilities, not the risks.

So, Lights in the Night was born. In about a month we planned it and ran media, logistics, design, volunteer coordination, setup, social, and a hundred other things. We got through it on blood, sweat, tears, and a crew of die-hard team members.

On Friday, September 28, 2012, thousands of people lined the Grand River, each with a lantern and a lighter. Launch was set for 8:00. By 7:50 the excitement got the better of the crowd, and rogue lanterns were already drifting toward the rooftops.

By the time the air horn sounded, the bridges were glowing and Ah-Nab-Awen Park was alight. Then the sky filled with thousands of teetering stars, rising over the city until the wind swept the whole fleet south. We can’t explain the feeling of seeing this happen in real time – it may have been the coolest, most beautiful thing our team has ever been part of.

We won awards, the media coverage poured in, and the event landed in the ArtPrize Top 10 but hardly anyone knew we were behind it, and that's just how we like it.

We'll always be grateful to the amazing women who helped pull off the impossible. This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and we'll be carrying it with us for 14 more years and beyond.

(We obviously had to bring a team photo out of the vault for this one)

09/30/2026

The Women’s Owners Network (WON) is built for smaller businesses that are ready for the next level and need the right support to get there, whatever that looks like.

The six-month program combines the practical side of business with the emotional side. Participants work on leadership, finance, operations, and access to capital. They also get structured support for isolation, emotional volatility, and decision fatigue that come with owning a business.

WON is designed by entrepreneurs who have been there. They know that lasting business growth depends on personal growth and the resilience it takes to keep going.

This program gives women business owners thoughtful, well-rounded support to reach their next chapter, however they define it.

Who is WON built for?
Women founders who are in the thick of it and are:
- Past the idea stage: actively generating revenue and serving customers
- Committed to growth: ready to invest six months in the work, starting in November

Apply for the upcoming cohort at the link below. Applications close Oct 1 (Tomorrow).

https://sbamwef.org/apply/

09/26/2026

Thursday's Uncomfortable Conversations: The Pause proved that perimenopause doesn’t need to be whispered about. The room was full, the questions were honest, and the conversation kept going long after the mics were off, which is exactly the point.

Huge thank you to our incredible panelists, Dr. Karen May, Dr. Diana Bitner and Cheryl Bergman, for bringing expertise, honesty and a few laughs to a topic that deserves it all.

To our sponsors, Rebel Nell and Urban You Medical Aesthetics & Wellness: this doesn’t happen without partners who believe these conversations matter. Thank you for your support.

And to everyone who came, asked the questions and nodded along with “yes, me too” energy: you made this a night to remember. Let’s keep talking because this topic deserves more than just one night of conversation.

09/22/2026

Introducing our third speaker for Uncomfortable Conversations: The Pause, happening this Thursday.

Meet Dr. Diana Bitner, co-founder of True Women's Health, a concierge practice in West Michigan, focused on helping women thrive through midlife while reducing chronic conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, depression, and diabetes.

Dr. Bitner is a board-certified OB/GYN specializing in midlife, menopause, and sexual health. She’s the author of I Want to Age Like That! and has published peer-reviewed research on menopause care. She was named Menopause Practitioner of the Year by The Menopause Society in 2015. Dr. Bitner is committed to translating evidence into practical, scalable solutions that improve women’s health, confidence, and participation at work and in life. We’re beyond excited to have her join our panel discussion this Thursday.

Register at the link below to hear from Dr. Bitner and our industry experts at The Pause on September 24th.

https://8thirtyfour.com/uncomfortable-conversations/

09/19/2026

An event isn't an event without some rockstar sponsors.

We're excited to have Urban You Medical Aesthetics & Wellness and Rebel Nell - two women-owned businesses - as sponsors for Uncomfortable Conversations: The Pause this week.

Urban You is our wellness sponsor and they're basically Michigan's go-to medical spa. They blend real medical expertise with a modern, down-to-earth vibe, so every visit feels welcoming and leaves you feeling like the best version of you.

Rebel Nell is our community sponsor. They turn meaningful materials into wearable art - jewelry that marks the big moments in your life and celebrates your own journey. Their whole mission is to remind women just how strong and one-of-a-kind they really are.

We couldn't ask for better partners for this event. Thank you both for showing up for this community.

Register for The Pause on September 24th here:
https://8thirtyfour.com/uncomfortable-conversations/

09/18/2026

We love this trend, so we thought we’d jump on it and ask the team some “hard-hitting questions” to end the week.

We’re a team made up of Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z. Find out who knows the most about the classics. Any guesses?

09/17/2026

A soon-to-be new grad (Isaac) emailed Kim Bode some questions that ranged from how to stand out, to why she chose integrated communications, to what employers look for in applicants.

There were a lot of questions, so Kim did what she does best and recorded her responses. And since these same questions have been asked multiple times by other young professionals, we're sharing them with you.

The question: "Are there any skills or quirks you look for in people?" Bonus points to Isaac for using the word "quirks."

If you have questions you'd like Kim to answer... nothing is off-limits. Send us an email at [email protected].

09/14/2026

Introducing our first speaker spotlight: Dr. Karen May, CCSP, CCIP, DC

Dr. May owns and operates Momentum Health Neuropathy Center, and she's joining us for our next Uncomfortable Conversations: The Pause September 24 to talk about something we don't talk about enough — her own experience with perimenopause.

Her career has spanned from elite sports medicine, including a stint as team physician for USA Bobsled and Skeleton as well as caring for pregnant moms and newborns and helping women navigate life’s transitions, always grounded in a belief in food as medicine and the body’s own capacity to heal. In 2017, that expertise was tested when a rare surgical complication left her fighting nerve damage in her own body.

Drawing on decades of clinical practice and training, she rebuilt her health from the ground up — and has since helped thousands of people do the same in her own practice. With over 20 years in holistic health care, she speaks today as both physician and peer.

Meet and hear from Dr. May at The Pause on September 24.

Register now: https://lnkd.in/g8Yw6rdj

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1365 Plainfield Avenue NE
Grand Rapids, MI
49505

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(616)2992677

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