219 Group makes Agency Acquisition

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. ­ 219 Group, a Fayetteville-­based advertising and marketing agency, announced today that it has acquired Access Consulting in Dunn, North Carolina. Access Consulting is a full service marketing group that provides services in print & design, digital, and mass media.

“This acquisition is part of our overall growth plan, but more importantly it is about adding the right kind of people to our team,” said Kirk deViere, President and Owner of 219 Group. “We are fortunate to have Becky Hamilton come aboard our creative team. She was previously an owner of Access Consulting and is a great addition to our award­winning team.”

219 Group has been gaining new clients over the last few months including Kidsville News, Capitol Encore Academy, Manna Church, and Mash House, and the Access Consulting acquisition will provide additional talent and resources for further growth.

“Access Consulting saw a valuable opportunity to be part of something bigger with 219 Group,” said Becky Hamilton . “I am excited about being part of the 219 Group team while being able to provide additional resources to my established clients.”

219 Group is also in acquisition discussions with other companies as part of its growth strategy, and expects other announcements soon.

About 219 Group: 219 Group is an award winning marketing and advertising agency offering a full suite of marketing services to help clients of all sizes and types achieve their desired results, in ways that make sense for varied budgets, and brands. Our services include creative design, branding, responsive website design and development, search marketing, public relations, content and social media marketing, and media buying and planning.