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DUMBO is home to some of New York’s most forward-thinking companies. Beyond the workplace, the neighborhood’s retail, lifestyle, and cultural experiences enrich daily life and elevate the employee experience. The close-knit community also creates opportunities to connect with likeminded businesses to spark collaboration and inspire innovation across industries.
A few of the companies that call DUMBO home include the world-renown architecture firms Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) and Snohetta, celebrated beauty brands Violette and SOKO Glam, leading media companies Overtime Sports and Amplify Education, distinguished furniture retailers Henry Built and SixPenny Home, and awarded creative agencies Art & Commerce and Invisible North.
The Business Leaders of DUMBO
Hear from the founders of teams across architecture and design, marketing and PR, consumer products, professional services, and music who are growing their businesses in DUMBO.
Design & Architecture
JAM Architecture
"Moving here gave us a lot of credibility as a firm. DUMBO has a creative reputation and attracts clients who value design. It’s also just a great place to work."
Joe McGuier, Co-Principal at JAM, talks about the firm’s collaborative approach to design, and why the neighborhood’s mix of history and creativity makes it the perfect home for their studio.
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Twelve
RXR Sports
Post Company
The Experiential Group
TEAM
Vinyl Veritas
"Moving here gave us a lot of credibility as a firm. DUMBO has a creative reputation and attracts clients who value design. It’s also just a great place to work."
Joe McGuire, Co-Principal at JAM
"This Brooklyn enclave continues to influence the energy we bring to everything we do. DUMBO keeps us grounded creatively, even as our reach grows internationally.”
Katie Conovitz, Co-Founder at Twelve
“There are so many creative and tech-forward businesses here, which has led to great collaboration opportunities. Being here has genuinely expanded what we can offer clients.”
Mark Prommel, Partner at Pensa Design
"Moving here gave us a lot of credibility as a firm. DUMBO has a creative reputation and attracts clients who value design. It’s also just a great place to work."
Joe McGuire, Co-Principal at JAM
"This Brooklyn enclave continues to influence the energy we bring to everything we do. DUMBO keeps us grounded creatively, even as our reach grows internationally.”
Katie Conovitz, Co-Founder at Twelve
“There are so many creative and tech-forward businesses here, which has led to great collaboration opportunities. Being here has genuinely expanded what we can offer clients.”
Mark Prommel, Partner at Pensa Design
Twelve, 45 Main Street
The Dumbo Insider
Showcasing the people who work and create here.
