Alliances That Move the Business.
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Mark Collateral partners with select firms to give you senior talent across strategy, creative, and communications without the overhead of a bloated agency. Together we align narrative, build go to market, and generate demand, then amplify it through earned media and execution you can measure. Each alliance is handpicked for complementary strengths so you get one integrated team, one plan, and clear accountability for outcomes.
Black Ink Communications
Black Ink Communications, led by award-winning journalist Joy Harrington, specializes in media generation and program management for businesses and community organizations. As a partner, Black Ink turns clear narratives into earned coverage, thought leadership, and stakeholder engagement, handling message development, press outreach, and day-to-day execution. Paired with Mark Collateral’s positioning and go to market strategy, clients get end-to-end support that builds visibility, trust, and measurable demand.
Carbon-12 Group
Carbon-12 is a marketing agency and consultancy focused on brand strategy, growth, and strategic partnerships, advising brands at the intersection of culture, content, and communities. Founded by Alex More, whose two decades of integrated marketing and experiential work spans 100+ brands, Carbon-12 helps craft clear narratives and deliver campaigns that resonate and scale. Together with Mark Collateral, we connect story to outcomes so teams see measurable lift in awareness, engagement, and revenue.