The Mission of Adelsberger Marketing is to make creative work that grows our clients' businesses in a culture that values our team and community.
Adelsberger Marketing is a digital agency that helps businesses communicate with their customers. We believe that digital marketing is the present and the future. We help brands conquer digital marketing with content, social media, websites, and branding that helps set them apart in a crowded business environment.
We love being a part of our community in Jackson, Tennessee. You can find us being involved with the Chamber, the Dream Center, and other nonprofits in the area. In 2018 we were awarded the Jackson Chamber of Commerce’s Emerging Business of the Year Award.
Kevin Adelsberger
Founder and Managing Partner
Kevin Adelsberger is the founder of Adelsberger Marketing where they make creative work that grows their clients’ businesses in a culture that values their team and community of Jackson, Tennessee. After founding in 2014, Kevin went on to be a co-founder of Our Jackson Home and host its podcast from 2015-2019.
In 2016, Kevin was recognized as an emerging leader by Leadership Jackson. In 2017, Adelsberger Marketing was named the Emerging Business of the Year by the Jackson Chamber. In 2019, Adelsberger Marketing sold partial ownership to Alexander, Thompson, and Arnold, CPAs. In 2020, Union University gave Kevin recognition for Distinguished Achievement in Arts and media.
Kevin currently serves on advisory committees for Leadership Tennessee and Jackson State Community College and is a board member for theCO in Jackson, Tennessee.
Kevin hosts a podcast about business in West Tennessee called 40×45.
Kevin lives in Jackson with his wife and business partner Renae and their two children. They are active foster parents and are involved members of First Baptist Church, Jackson. They also some of the few to cheer on the Minnesota Vikings from below the Mason-Dixion line. #Skol
Renae Adelsberger
Specialties: Content Creation, Operations Management
Renae Adelsberger joined the team to focus on content creation and general operating management. She is the wife of Kevin Adelsberger and, as such, has played a role in the business since its inception. In the summer of 2017, Renae quit her full-time job in the insurance world in order to have a more flexible schedule. This change in schedule allows her to take on a bigger role in the oversight of daily business operations as well as content editing. She continues to work part-time in an insurance agency and then goes home to wrangle three small children.
Brittany Crockett
Specialties: Social Media Management, Online Content Creation, Prop Master
Brittany Crockett joined the Adelsberger Marketing team in September 2018. A Nashville native, Brittany moved to West Tennessee for college and has called it home ever since. She graduated from Lambuth University in 2006 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Marketing.
After growing up alongside the advent of social media, Brittany brings years of social media management and content development experience to the table. She has worked for various non-profit organizations, providing marketing and communication support over her career, with a few years in the legal world – just for fun.
Brittany, who has an extreme devotion to coffee, lives in Jackson with her husband, Clay, and daughter, Hannah.
Krista Hale
Specialties: Operations Coordinator
Krista was born in Jackson, but raised most of her life in Rockford, Illinois. She graduated from Lee University in Cleveland, TN and received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with the focus of Management.
Because she loves her family, Krista wanted to move closer to some of her family. She has five brothers, and a sister all spread around the U.S., but one of her brothers and parents live in Jackson. She also loves all things Marvel and in her free time you might see her reading a book or walking her dog, Dixie.
Krista joined the Adelsberger Marketing team in July 2022. Having a more operations focused mind, she is excited to help bring her knowledge into the team. Krista enjoys seeing people be successful and is excited to help do that for businesses in the community.
Katie Howerton
Specialties: Graphic Design
Katie was born and raised in Murfreesboro, TN, and moved to Jackson in 2015 to get her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design and Drawing at Union University. During that time she created the Our Jackson Home journal for her senior showcase. She then ran the organization from 2015-2020 and also served as the Communications Manager for theCO. She then focused her creative efforts on her travel planning services through the start-up Thatch, as well as on her Etsy shop Souvenear, where she fuels her Disney Parks fandom through hand-illustrated products.
After surviving the COVID pandemic with her husband, Jordan and daughters, November and Elinor, Katie joined the Adelsberger Marketing team part-time in 2022, where she is able to grow her design skills while still maintaining her Etsy shop and travel planning. When she isn’t changing diapers or hunched over her iPad, you can find her taking too many pictures of her food, tackling a 1,000-piece puzzle, working with henna, or planning her next trip.
Katie is excited to be working alongside her ol’ OJH/CO-buddy Kevin (along with numerous Disney fans) to support the businesses and people of Jackson in a new way.
Alex Russell
Specialties: Videography, Photography
Equipped with a creative mind and a bright green iPod Nano, Alex found himself enthralled with the easy access and ability he had to create videos at an early age. This opportunity created a spark. This spark turned into a passion.
Born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi, one day he decided being a resident in one Jackson wasn’t good enough. So, in 2015, he moved to Jackson, Tennessee for college, fell in love with the community, and has decided to stay here ever since. He graduated from Union University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in Digital Media Communications.
After many years of experience creating videos for clients, friends, and his own amusement, Alex has found joy in his capability to share unique stories and narratives that amplify the voices of the ordinary people we see each day. He holds the belief that video serves as one of the most meaningful and genuine ways to see the world.
Alex joined the Adelsberger Marketing team in October 2020. He is thankful to partner with a team that shows so much love and support to the local community and anticipates joining them on their endeavor to shed light on all the amazing qualities of the Hub City!
Ricky Santos
Specialties: Graphic Design, Digital Animation, Web Design
Ricky was born in Divinópolis, Brazil and spent the first four years of life there. In 2000, he and his family moved to Jackson. His father opened a painting company and Ricky helped every summer. But Ricky felt like painting wasn’t his career goal.
In high school, Ricky thought he would pursue a career as an engineer because he wanted to do a lot of problem-solving. But he soon realized that math was not well suited for him. So he began to search for another career option that involved both creative and practical problem solving.
He found both of these items in the graphic design world. Ricky said, “I’m excited to work with Adelsberger Marketing because it will give me a chance to work with so many businesses in the local community and help them grow their business.
Jacob Beals
Specialties: Video Production
Born in Paducah, Kentucky and raised in Milan, Tennessee, Jacob Beals didn’t pick up his passion for video production until later in life—but storytelling has always been part of his DNA. Since the age of six, he’s been crafting narratives in every medium available: performing on stage, stepping in front of the camera, lending his voice behind a microphone, or weaving epic adventures as Dungeon Master for his friends.
When he’s not creating stories for others, Jacob is busy building his own alongside his wife, Crista, through her theater company. He’s also pursuing a growing career in voice acting, blending his love of performance with his technical skill as a creator.
For Jacob, the heart of his work lies in uncovering the true character of a story—finding the moments that feel real, honest, and worth remembering. He believes that every business, brand, and project has an authentic voice waiting to be heard, and he’s committed to bringing it to life.
Truman Forehand
Specialties: Digital Marketing
Truman was born and raised in the rural backwoods of Garfield, GA, population previously 205 — 204 now that he is in Jackson. Growing up surrounded by trees and books, Truman developed a deep love for words, storytelling, and nature. He would spend some evenings sitting in the woods reading, writing, and looking at the woods around him. These loves grew deeper during his time in college, where he also found a love for photography. He graduated from Union University in May, 2024 with a degree in journalism.
When he’s not working, Truman roots for and is constantly let down by the Atlanta Falcons. He loves cooking and discovering new movies and music. His dream is to one day own many antique lamps and also to visit every national park.
Kadince Ferguson
Fall Intern
Kadince is a senior at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, where she is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations with a minor in Business Administration. She will graduate in December 2025.
A Gibson County native, Kadince is passionate about people, storytelling, and the important role small businesses play in their communities. She enjoys blending creativity with strategy to help brands communicate effectively and build meaningful connections with their audiences.
She is excited to learn from the talented team at Adelsberger Marketing, and is looking forward to growing her skills while contributing to work that makes a difference for businesses in West Tennessee. With her strong communication skills, creativity, and dedication to community-focused work, Kadince is eager to make a positive impact throughout her internship with Adelsberger Marketing.
Greg Teel
Fall Intern
Greg was born and raised in Jackson. He attends Union University and majors in Digital Media Communications. Greg went to college with no idea of what he wanted to do. After his first year, he thought back to his passion for making and editing YouTube videos as a kid. This inspired him to try out an entry-level filmmaking class that next semester and he fell in love. He is eager to grow his skills in the areas of videography and editing. Greg also enjoys staying active and has an unhealthy obsession with European professional soccer, with his favorite club being Arsenal F.C. He is thrilled to increase his own personal knowledge of marketing, while also being able to work along side the team.
When he’s not working, Truman roots for and is constantly let down by the Atlanta Falcons. He loves cooking and discovering new movies and music. His dream is to one day own many antique lamps and also to visit every national park.
Kadince Ferguson
Fall Intern
Kadince is a senior at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, where she is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations with a minor in Business Administration. She will graduate in December 2025.
A Gibson County native, Kadince is passionate about people, storytelling, and the important role small businesses play in their communities. She enjoys blending creativity with strategy to help brands communicate effectively and build meaningful connections with their audiences.
She is excited to learn from the talented team at Adelsberger Marketing, and is looking forward to growing her skills while contributing to work that makes a difference for businesses in West Tennessee. With her strong communication skills, creativity, and dedication to community-focused work, Kadince is eager to make a positive impact throughout her internship with Adelsberger Marketing.