Champs is a boutique full-service marketing firm with a small team and client list, enabling personalized support you won't find with large agencies.
Champs is an alternative to hiring an in-house marketing team. We support all digital and print media with the latest technology and an established track record of success.
Our programs use the latest marketing technology to provide a robust, informed strategy. We stay on the cutting edge so our clients and focus on their customers.
If it isn't measured, it didn't happen. We ensure everything we do for you is recorded, tracked and presented in a way that provides complete transparency.
Too many companies go through the motions without going the extra mile to bring the championship home. With Champs, your strategy is informed by research and experience with execution at an entirely different level.
When you hire Champs, you are entering a partnership. This means, we not only care about your vision, we make it our mission to bring it to life. Our process ensures you feel included, while we do the hard work.
Every member is US university educated, extensively trained on local growth, and passionate about competing at the highest level.
Garrett is a former D1 wrestler at the University of Virginia where he majored in finance and marketing.
Garrett has experience consulting for Fortune 500 brands, leading growth in a software start up, and over 5 years of growing of local service businesses.
Tim is a University of Virginia alum and has over 3 years of experience in marketing consulting with Fortune 500 brands.
A traveler and writer in his free time, Tim brings a unique mix of data analytics and human psychology expertise to the Champs team.
Krystian, a North Carolina native, is currently completing his second masters degree at the University of Virginia, where he also is on the varsity wrestling team.
Krystian brings diverse experience in local service business operations and SEO to the Champs team.
Whitney graduated from University of Illinois with a degree in English and Communications. As a grant writer, Whitney has secured over 1 million in funding for her local government.
Whitney has been writing for small businesses for over 5 years and has extensive experience in training AI to supercharge content ranking.
Success does not happen by accident. It is the result of discipline, commitment and true belief in the mission. We call ourselves Champs because we have the mentality, lifestyle and practices of a true champion.
Our founder, Garrett Peppelman has competed at the highest level in sport and business his entire life, surrounding himself with the rare individuals on this earth who truly go for it. From the grind of D1 wrestling and UVA academics, Fortune 500 consulting, and fast paced world of high-growth start-ups, Garrett has learned what works, and more importantly, who has the grit to thrive. Champs is the culmination of this journey, except this time we are fighting for you!
“Champs has helped our business grow significantly over the last 3 years. They helped build a brand that I am proud of and gave us consistent lead flow to hit all our goals.”
“Champs gave new life to our moving company. Our new website is stunning and drastically increased the amount of business generated online.”
“Champs helped us showcase our events in a way that shows the excitement our guests feel. With Champs, we have landed bigger deals and sold more tickets than ever before.”
Charlottesville has a special place in the heart of Champs. Our partners are alumni of the University of Virginia. We are thankful for the opportunity to give back to the community that fueled our development.
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