DegreesInc was born in 2003 as a hybrid agency specializing in reaching the action sports and trendsetting youth markets. Seeing a gap between what agencies were offering and their understanding of alternative youth markets, the visionaries of DegreesInc, Rob Wickens and Dave Carlson, discovered an opportunity to help companies successfully connect with the youth markets. Rob’s experience in marketing and event production coupled with Dave’s design agency background and their combined passion for action sports were the perfect match for DegreesInc.

DegreesInc is an award winning Southern California brand marketing agency focusing on connecting your brand to the trendsetting youth culture through the use of non-traditional media. DegreesInc has a strong presence and knowledge of the action sports industry. Many of our team members are avid enthusiasts who are directly involved with the top action sports events, including the ESPN X Games, Gravity Games, Dew Action Sports Tour, LG Action Sports World Tour, and Vans Triple Crown events. We maintain awareness by attending and participating in key events, conducting research and surveys, staying tuned-in to youth targeted media and entertainment programs, and preserving a young-at-heart company culture. We talk to young people and learn what makes them tick.

We also have solid relationships with most of the major and independent record labels associated with the rock, punk and indie genres. These relationships give your company access to top musicians as well as up-and-coming bands before they hit the charts. We also have strong ties with companies such as Yahoo! Music and MySpace.com for that interactive edge.

Marfred Industries (the leading manufacturer of consumer product packaging and merchandising systems on the West Coast) our parent company offers 41 years of experience, financial stability and rock solid team further supports DegreesInc’s capabilities to extend beyond the normal agency model.