Welcome to the Team!
We’re thrilled to have you at Arena and we can’t wait to see what you accomplish.
Our History
Our journey began in the late 90’s, when our founder, Peter Valcarce, launched the company with a clear vision and a small but passionate team. From those early days, a spirit of curiosity, resilience, and hard work laid the foundation for what was to come.
As our reputation grew, so did our reach—expanding into multiple office locations and taking on increasingly ambitious projects. But it was the people behind the work who truly drove our success.
Every milestone we’ve achieved has been the result of talented, committed individuals coming together to solve problems, support one another, and push boundaries.
Today, we’re proud to be a team of approximately 100 employees, each bringing unique skills, perspectives, and energy. Our growth is a direct reflection of the dedication, innovation, and collaboration our team brings every day.
We believe that our greatest strength has always been our people—and it’s through their contributions that we’ve built not just a company, but a community.
Our People
Arena: An Employee-Owned Company.
Our Values
Curiosity
Curiosity propels us into the unknown and the wonderous. We’re infinitely hungry for new information and courageous enough to admit we don’t already know it. Say this a lot: “I wonder why …”
Passion
We’re in, heart, mind and soul. We have trouble turning it off, even though we know how healthy it is to do so. We take success and failure personally. Because creating and building — winning — in ways nobody has before doesn’t really feel like work. Feel like this a lot: “Let’s make it even better”
collaboration
None of us alone is as effective as some of us together. We deeply value what others bring to the table. We masterfully combine the strengths of — and welcome challenges from — our peers to get to ground-breaking approaches and exceptional executions. Build on ideas a lot: “Yes, and …”
Ownership
We have confidence in you. So, jump in, provide solutions and execute quality work. Most of all take ownership: “I am Responsible…”
Innovation
Attempting the unproven, challenging the conventional, filling the blank page comes with risks. This is a welcome, encouraging environment for your ideas and the never-before done. Think like this a lot: “What if we …”
Our Mission
Arena is more than just a company — we’re a movement. As an employee-owned team of seasoned strategists, we bring decades of experience in direct mail and digital campaigning to the table. We don’t just deliver political messages — we engineer victories.
From the first spark of an idea to the final delivery in mailboxes and inboxes across the nation, we lead with precision, purpose, and passion. Our holistic approach ensures your campaign is grounded in strategy, powered by creativity, and executed with flawless targeting.
We don’t settle for good. We deliver results that win. When you choose Arena, you’re not just hiring a vendor — you’re gaining a relentless partner who’s ready to stand in the fight with you. Side by side, in the Arena — to win.
Our Teams & Structure – Department Directory
Client Services
Think of us as the ultimate navigators—part guide, part problem-solver, all heart. The Client Services team builds…
lasting relationships and keeps the journey smooth from first hello to final handshake. We’re here to listen, support, and champion our clients every step of the way.
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Print Production
We’re the detail-obsessed perfectionists behind every piece that rolls off the press. Whether it’s a one-pager or a full…
campaign rollout, the Print Production team ensures every dot, line, and fold looks as good on paper as it did in the brainstorm. Fast, flawless, and always on brand.
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Fundraising
We turn passion into action. The Fundraising team crafts meaningful campaigns that connect with hearts and open…
wallets—building the resources our mission needs to grow. We’re part storyteller, part strategist, and 100% focused on impact.
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Finance
We’re the guardians of the bottom line—and we actually love spreadsheets. The Finance team keeps the books balanced and…
the budgets healthy, helping everyone dream big while spending smart. Call us when you want to make the numbers work (or just need to decode an expense report).
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Media
If it’s on a screen or in the headlines, chances are we had a hand in it. The Media team amplifies messages across…
platforms and channels, making sure the right people see the right story at the right time. We thrive on strategy, stats, and a little bit of media magic.
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Data
We dig deep so you don’t have to. The Data team transforms chaos into clarity, tracking what matters and making it make…
sense. We’re your go-to for insights, dashboards, and the occasional mind-blowing graph that changes the game.
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Development
We build the things that help everything else work better. From sleek tools to complex platforms, our developers are part…
engineer, part architect, part digital MacGyver. We love clean code, cool solutions, and anything that makes your life easier (or faster).
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Creative
Designers, writers, brand whisperers—we’re the ones who turn ideas into experiences. The Creative team brings color,…
voice, and soul to everything we touch. Whether it’s a campaign, a pitch deck, or a full-blown rebrand, we make sure the work not only works—but sings.
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Our Benefits & Perks
Health and Dental Insurance
Competitive Pay
Profit Sharing
Employee Ownership (ESOP)
Awards
Our Company Handbook
Our Company Handbook is designed to help you navigate your first days and beyond—with clear guidance on our values, policies, benefits, and ways of working. It’s an essential resource for understanding how we operate and what you can expect as part of the team.