The Story Behind Summit Peak
How a garage-based idea became Montreal's most trusted marketing agency for mid-market companies.
13
Years in Business
150+
Successful Campaigns
3.2
Average Client Relationship (Years)
98%
Client Retention Rate
Our Story
Back in 2013, I was working from my garage in NDG, freelancing for small businesses around Montreal. I kept seeing the same problem everywhere: mid-market companies getting terrible service from big agencies who treated them like afterthoughts, or getting amateur work from cheap freelancers who didn't understand strategy.
The big agencies would assign junior staff to smaller accounts and charge premium rates. The freelancers meant well but lacked the experience to drive real business results. There was this huge gap in the market for professional, strategic marketing that mid-market companies could actually afford.
So I started Summit Peak Marketing with a simple idea: treat every client like they're your most important client, because they are. No account hierarchies. No junior staff handling the work while partners play golf. Just one person taking full responsibility for your results.
That garage operation grew into a proper agency, but the philosophy stayed the same. We still operate like a boutique firm where every client gets personal attention from someone who's been doing this long enough to know what works and what doesn't.
Core Beliefs
Accountability Over Promises
We'd rather under-promise and over-deliver than make bold claims we can't back up. That's why we tie our fees to your results.
Regional Knowledge Matters
Montreal isn't Toronto isn't Vancouver. Local market knowledge beats generic strategies every time.
Long-Term Thinking
Quick wins are nice, but sustainable growth comes from building strong brand foundations that last.
Meet The Team
Kathryn Cardinale
Founder & Creative Director
Started Summit Peak in 2013 after getting tired of seeing mid-market companies get mediocre marketing service. Former creative director at two Montreal agencies before going solo.
Fun fact: Still works from the same desk she built in her garage 13 years ago (now in a proper office).
You're Working Directly With The Founder
Personal Service Guarantee
Unlike larger agencies where your account gets passed to junior staff, every Summit Peak client works directly with Kathryn. You get 13+ years of experience on every project, not an intern learning on your dime.
Why this matters: No miscommunication, no dropped balls, no wondering if your project is getting proper attention.
Ready To Work Together?
If you're a mid-market company looking for marketing that actually moves the needle, let's talk. No sales pressure, no generic presentations. Just a straightforward conversation about your goals and how we might help you reach them.
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