OUR MISSION
FORGE Creative Co. SM exists to give Minnesota's small business owners the brand their hard work has earned — through clear strategy, intentional design, and a process built to make it last.
OUR VISION
A Minnesota where every business that does great work is recognized for it.
MEET THE FOUNDER
FORGE Creative Co. is led by Jeremy Radtke —
a designer and marketing professional based in Granite Falls, Minnesota. With a Marketing & Sales Management degree and 15 years of experience across agencies, in-house teams, and small businesses, Jeremy brings both creative skill and real-world marketing perspective to every project.
You’ll work directly with the person doing the work — which means clear communication, thoughtful strategy, and a process that’s easy from start to finish.
Responsive. Thoughtful. Friendly.
MEET THE MASCOT
Andy Radtke | Barketing Manager
Andy specializes in morale, snack quality control,
and reminding the team to take breaks.
BRAND VALUES
Our values are the standard behind everything we create — built to serve people, strengthen businesses, and do the work the right way.
1. Purpose in Every Project
We believe great design begins with intention. Every logo, website, and brand we build is crafted to help small businesses grow with meaning, direction, and purpose.
2. Strength Through Refinement
Like iron in the forge, we grow stronger through challenge. We embrace the process — shaping raw ideas into refined creative that stands the test of time.
3. Community Over Competition
Our success is measured by the success of others. We champion small-town businesses and believe collaboration fuels both local and national growth.
4. Integrity in Craft
Excellence isn’t optional — it’s foundational. We deliver honest work, clear communication, and creative solutions built on trust and accountability.
5. The Spirit of the American Dream
We honor the grit, courage, and creativity that drive entrepreneurs. FORGE exists to keep that spirit alive — helping small businesses thrive and strengthen the economy we all share.
The F.O.R.G.E BUILT to BRAND MN framework:
1. FOCUS
Start with clarity.
Clarify what matters most before creative work begins.
2. OWN
Define what’s distinct.
Define what is distinctly yours so the work has something real to stand on.
3. REFINE
Strengthen the direction.
Strengthen the direction so the work becomes clearer, more intentional, and more aligned.
4. GUIDE
Qualify the direction.
Qualify the direction with confidence so what moves forward is ready to perform.
5. ESTABLISH
Put it to work.
At the end of this step, you’ll be able to put the work to use with clarity and confidence.