A bio box for Munq
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2025 Best of Business Awards
Best of Business 2025: Best Multimedia
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Munq Co-founders Justin Matsen (left) and Tim Hally
In an era where camera phones can make anyone mistakenly believe they’re a professional videographer, Worcester-based creative agency Munq uses listening skills and a personal touch to separate itself from the amateurs, helping businesses tell their story to the masses.
Founded less than five years ago, Munq has quickly established a solid client base, including Clark University and Bancroft School in Worcester, and The Walden School, a summer camp for musicians ages 9 to 18 in New Hampshire.
Despite the young age of the company and most of its staff, Munq had quickly shot up the charts thanks to its desire to truly understand what makes a client tick, said Timothy Hally, co-founder of Munq.
“It's being a good listener,” he said. “It's really taking the time to understand a client's story. You know, we view storytelling as a truly sacred practice, so when we immerse ourselves in our clients ecosystem, in their world, we truly take the time to get to know the world that we're playing in, and then therefore also use that to tell the best story possible.”
The ability to produce quality content is an obvious priority for a marketing firm, but Munq has boosted its own brand by firmly planting itself in the Central Massachusetts business landscape.
“Over the last four years we've been in business, we've been able to demonstrate, especially to the Greater Worcester community, that we're people who truly care about the area that we live in,” Hally said. “Not only just through the stories we tell and the change in transformations we're trying to create in the area, but also to just our service to the community as well.”
Led by Hally, a member of the WBJ 2024 40 Under Forty class who has yet to turn 30, and fellow Co-founder Justin Matsen, who enjoys making jokes in LinkedIn posts about Tim’s inflated ego ever since he was awarded the honor, the company clearly remembers the importance of fun.
That joy is an important part of Munq’s secret sauce, said Hally.
“Marketing, storytelling, and branding is very serious work with very serious implications,” Hally said, “but at the end of the day, it's really just about surrounding yourself with good people and not taking things too seriously, and just really attempting to just have fun.”
- Story written by Eric Casey, who is WBJ's managing Editor and primarily reports on the real estate and manufacturing industries.
Best IT Services Provider
Winner: ClearCom IT Solutions*, in Sturbridge
ClearCom IT CEO Rob Cleary
Notable runners-up: Cinch I.T., in Worcester; Machado Consulting, in Worcester
ClearCom IT Solutions helps to simplify complex IT processes, enhance cybersecurity, and improve clarity for budgeting and operational needs. The provider allows businesses to operate efficiently with minimized disruptions and quick resolutions. With a focus on cloud, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence, ClearCom IT Solutions tailors services to growing industry and community trends.
Website: www.clearcomit.com
Top executive: CEO Rob Cleary
Founded: 2001
Employees: 30
Best Advertising Agency
Winner: PENTA Communications*, in Westborough
Notable runners-up: Davis Advertising, in Worcester; Vision Advertising, in Northborough; Exsel Advertising Group, in Sturbridge
PENTA Communications offers marketing consulting, design and creative services, website development, public relations consulting, event planning, social media strategies, and advertising. The full-service marketing firm aims to provide holistic and consultative experiences for every client, ensuring the highest level of personalized service for clients to succeed and accomplish their goals.
Website: www.pentamarketing.com
Top executive: Deborah Penta, founder and CEO
Founded: 1989
Employees: 16
Best Web Design Firm
Winner: PENTA Communications*, in Westborough
Notable runners-up: Pagano Media, in Worcester; Vision Advertising, in Northborough
PENTA Communications provides website and design development services, including navigation, video implementation, and advanced search engine optimization strategy to curate viewers’ experience. Since every website is different, PENTA works to create customized goals with strategic solutions to achieve performance backed by data analytics. The firm is proud to help clients grow, strategize, and improve their online presence.
Website: www.pentamarketing.com
Top executive: Deborah Penta, founder and CEO
Founded: 1989
Employees: 16
Best Commercial Printer
Winner: Curry Printing*, in Westborough
Notable runners-up: Minuteman Press, in Worcester, Marlborough, and Milford; Miles Press, in Auburn
For more than 40 years, Curry Printing has prioritized customer satisfaction by ensuring clients receive timely solutions and products. As supplier costs rose, Curry Printing streamlined operations in 2023 to boost efficiency and effectiveness while maintaining high-quality printing at competitive prices.
Website: curryprinting.com
Top executive: President Peter Gardner
Founded: 1978
Employees: 32
Best Awards & Promotional Products
Crown Trophy Owner Andy Gleckel
Winner: Crown Trophy*, in Northborough
Notable runners-up: All Star Incentive Marketing, in Sturbridge; Guertin Graphics, in Worcester
Crown Trophy uses modern industry-specific technology, timely and fast capabilities, and a large inventory to grow its business and knowledge of the industry. The chain store for trophies, medals, plaques, and promotional items is always looking for growth opportunities, including competitor buy-outs, new product lines, and new businesses.
Website: www.crowntrophy.com
Top executive: Andy Gleckel, owner
Founded: 1996
Employees: 12
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