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Zizzo Group Engagement Marketing Celebrates 30 Years of Impact with Mayoral Proclamation

 

By - Sep 25th, 2025 09:51 am

Milwaukee – (September 24, 2025)Zizzo Group Engagement Marketing (ZG), the region’s first engagement marketing agency, is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year – marking three decades of elevating brands, shaping communities, and inspiring innovation across the region and beyond. In recognition of the company’s impact, Milwaukee’s Mayor will be proclaiming Thursday, September 25th “Zizzo Group Day” in Milwaukee. This honor reflects thirty years of partnership, leadership, and commitment to making a difference for clients and the broader community.

“Congratulations to Zizzo Group Engagement Marketing on 30 years of innovation, creativity, and community impact here in Milwaukee,” said Mayor Cavalier Johnson, City of Milwaukee. For three decades, Zizzo Group has not only set the standard in marketing and communications, but also demonstrated a deep commitment to giving back and strengthening our city. I am proud to recognize their contributions and celebrate this milestone as we look forward to their continued success and leadership in the years ahead.”

Zizzo Group’s 30th anniversary marks a milestone. Throughout its 30 years, Zizzo Group’s dedication and leadership consistently has demonstrated their commitment to delivering outstanding results, adapting to changing times and setting new standards in their industry. Zizzo Group has made significant contributions to the Milwaukee community through fundraising, volunteerism, and developing creative campaigns supporting local organizations, with a focus on giving back across southeastern Wisconsin and beyond.

“We are deeply honored to be celebrating 30 years of Zizzo Group’s work alongside our clients, partners, and community,” said Anne Zizzo, founder and CEO of Zizzo Group Engagement Marketing. “Having the Mayor proclaim September 25th as Zizzo Group Day is a humbling recognition of the dedication our team has poured into helping organizations tell their stories and the passion we have for making an impact on Milwaukee. This recognition is not just about our history— it’s about fueling our commitment to innovate and grow with Milwaukee for many years to come.”

In addition, a commendation from the Milwaukee Common Council will be presented by Common Council President José Pérez honoring Zizzo Group on its 30th anniversary. The commendation plaque will be presented to Anne Zizzo on Thursday, September 25.

Founded in 1995 by Anne Zizzo in her basement office in Franklin, Zizzo Group has emerged as a national agency, headquartered in Milwaukee’s dynamic Walker’s Point neighborhood, with a legacy rooted in creative excellence and purposeful results. Since its beginnings as a media buying company, Zizzo Group has continually redefined marketing through strategic acquisitions, expanded creative services, and innovative platforms like Share Lemonade during the COVID-19 pandemic. The agency has nurtured Milwaukee’s story, supported local nonprofits, advanced financial and healthcare marketing innovation, and grown into a trusted advisor for organizations nationwide.

Zizzo Group has made a significant difference in Milwaukee and Southeastern Wisconsin, supporting nonprofit initiatives and serving on leadership boards, all while acquiring and revitalizing historic spaces for business and community use. With the upcoming launch of the ZG Content Factory and ongoing work for iconic brands and public organizations, Zizzo Group remains committed to storytelling, engagement, and meaningful innovation well into the future.

Anne Zizzo has invited hundreds of guests to celebrate the occasion together with staff on the evening of Thursday, September 25. At this event, contemporary artist Nehemiah “Nemo” Edwards will be commissioning an interactive mural for guests to sign to commemorate the occasion. Based in Milwaukee, his work has been featured in several exhibitions and events in the Milwaukee area and beyond including Saint Kate—The Arts Hotel, Milwaukee, Gallery Night MKE, and he is a recipient of a Silver Lining Award from Harmonic Harvest for his positive community impact.

About Zizzo Group Engagement Marketing
Zizzo Group (ZG) is the region’s first engagement marketing agency. For over 30 years, ZG has helped companies create two-way, authentic, and measurable communications with their internal and external audiences. ZG counsels a wide range of business-to-business and consumer clients throughout the United States such as Summerfest, Network Health, Educator’s Credit Union, George Webb, and more. A future 50 company and a top 10 Milwaukee-area engagement marketing firm, ZG works with many leading brands. ZG has been recognized as one of Milwaukee’s “Best Places to Work” by The Milwaukee Business Journal and Milwaukee Magazine, and as having one of “Milwaukee’s Coolest Offices” by The Milwaukee Business Journal. For more information, visit zizzogroup.com.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.

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