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Three Crowns is a full-service marketing partner that helps launch, grow, and scale companies impacting the world through financial technology and advice.

We pride ourselves on creating growth-minded campaigns that blur the lines of traditional marketing silos in favor of custom content and engaging websites that shine a light on the modern, human experience. Some call it magic – we call it, simply, listening.

Our team knows your business. We’re practitioners who understand that impactful marketing is more than just one “big idea.” It takes a long-term strategy that scales through both traditional and nontraditional media.

Most of all, we love connecting with people. To us, that’s what it’s all about.

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Our People

At the heart of Three Crowns’ team is a deep understanding of what it takes for companies in the WealthTech and financial advisor markets to stand out. Three Crowns is a culmination of everything we’ve learned and tested over the years, and it is our joy to share it all with you.

Johnny Sandquist Founder and CEO

Bio:

Before founding Three Crowns, I went from being a high school English teacher to a content writer at Orion Advisor Services to a founding member and Content Director at Mineral Interactive. As the CEO at Three Crowns, I lead the overall strategic direction for the campaigns we execute, and most importantly, hire the best and brightest team members to bring those ideas to life. I love helping WealthTech companies refine their message and build products that are helpful to advisors. I was born and raised in Omaha and love life here with my wife, three children and dog. When I’m not working, I write poetry, play guitar, and plan for my next outdoor adventure with my family.

Read my policy on Diversity & Inclusion

As an industry speaker, I am a proud signatory of the Choir Pledge, a public set of guidelines created to move industry conferences toward higher representation of women, non-binary people, and people of color.

As a signer, I have pledged to speak only at conferences that meet the following standards (as of July 1, 2022).

At least 1 of every 3 keynote speakers is a woman or person of color
Every panel with 4 or more people includes at least 1 woman or person of color as a non-moderator expert
Women of color are represented throughout the agenda in expert sessions, not only sessions about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
There is an enforced policy against harassment of all kinds

If you would like guidance on how your conference can meet the criteria above, you can visit www.hellochoir.com.

Book me to speak at your next event!

I guess you can say I’ve been around the block when it comes to speaking at events. Here are a few of the places you may have seen me:

Interested in having a marketing-focused keynote or panel? Here are some of my signature talks:

Creating Memorable Content to Build Emotional Connections

Using Your Advisor Technology To Market Your Firm

Marketing Is More Than Being Authentic: How Empathy Drives The Best Communication Opportunities

Creating Consistent Content: How To Update Your Digital Presence Without Feeling Overwhelmed

Zach McDonald President and CMO

Bio:

As the president of Three Crowns, I’m rolling up my sleeves to work alongside our amazing clients and leading our creative team to produce marketing campaigns that drive results. I get to flex my creative muscles in a unique way every day while working with our team and clients to develop new and interesting ideas. When I’m not working, I’m probably home with my wife and four kids doing something like reading, singing, listening to music, going for a walk or just hanging out.

Learn more about Zach in his “Meet the Team” feature on our blog.

Brodrick Lothringer Director of Digital Media

Bio:

As the Director of Digital Media at Three Crowns, I help financial advisors meet their content marketing goals through podcasting, webinars, YouTube videos, advertisements and more. If I’m not working or spending time with the family, you’ll likely find me teaching at Wayne State College, or hosting my Star Wars podcast, “Duel of the Ranks,” where we rank and review a new piece of Star Wars content each week to decide what story is truly the best from a galaxy far, far away.

Learn more about Brodrick in his “Meet the Team” feature on our blog.

Amber Froendt Project Coordinator

Bio:

I’m Amber Froendt and I studied project management at Bellevue University in Bellevue, Nebraska. I was born and raised in Omaha. As a project coordinator, I help manage the day-to-day workflow of our clients’ projects and keep everything on track and organized. The best part of my job is watching a client’s project come to life right before our eyes, from the very first idea to the execution and results. In my free time I like to work out, and I have a toy Australian shepherd named Stella!

Learn more about Amber in her “Meet the Team” feature on our blog.

Connor Brandt Graphic Designer

Bio:

I first dabbled in design when I was 12 years old making sports logos in Microsoft Paint. I’m from the small town of Ponca, Nebraska, and moved to Omaha about 8 years ago to attend UNO. I’ve held a few different design jobs from small agencies, to freelance, to working in the financial industry. As a graphic designer, it’s my job to translate words and ideas into something that looks nice. I am in a band called The Real Zebos where I sing, play keys, write/produce songs, make album art, and make videos. I also enjoy root beer floats, going for walks, and watching movies.

Learn more about Connor in his “Meet the Team” feature on our blog.

Justine Young Content Writer

Bio:

I’m Justine, a creative writer from small-town Iowa. I started out at “Omaha Magazine,” where I wrote about everything from local artists to where you can buy the best fried pickle in the metro. As a content writer, I translate financial jargon into compelling copy for financial advisors and fintech companies. My perfect day would include eating dinner with the queen (i.e., Lisa Vanderpump) and the cast of the live action Scooby Doo movies. Also the dinner would consist of only ice cream. Currently, I like to spend my time playing board games, hanging out with my family, and watching all types of reality TV.

Learn more about Justine in her “Meet the Team” feature on our blog.

Sidney Snyder Social & Digital Media Specialist

Bio:

Hey there! I’m born and raised in North Platte, Nebraska, where I met my wonderful husband, Austin. My role as a Social and Digital Media Specialist is all about building relationships and connecting with others through digital methods. I spend my days crafting Twitter posts, creating podcast assets and chatting with finance industry experts. Here are just a few of my favorite things: hiking, spending time with my family, going to the zoo, puzzles (and other mind-twisters), and learning new crafts.

Learn more about Sidney in her “Meet the Team” feature on our blog.

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