Award-Winning Canadian Creative Agency ONE23WEST Joins ICOM Network

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ICOM, the global network of independent marketing and communications agencies, is thrilled to welcome ONE23WEST to its collaborative community. With headquarters in Vancouver and an office in Toronto, they bring a distinct blend of strategic design and creative excellence from Canada’s West and East coasts.

From a small garage in Vancouver 12 years ago, ONE23WEST has evolved into an agency shaping and transforming brands across many industries. Along the way, the firm has been named Canada’s Small Agency of the Year multiple times, a testament to its impact, ambition and consistency.

“Our connection with ONE23WEST started a few years ago during a global pitch—and never really ended,” said Emma Keenan, ICOM President and CEO. “We’ve stayed in touch, admired their work, and watched the agency grow. From our first official conversation, it was obvious: our values, spirit of collaboration, and shared ambitions were aligned. ONE23WEST is a natural fit for ICOM.”

Alan Brown, ICOM Regional Director for North America, added: “They capture what makes ICOM unique: independent thinking, genuine partnership, and a drive to do extraordinary work. We’re delighted to welcome their energy and vision to our network.”

Scot Keith, Founder and CEO of ONE23WEST, commented: “We’re excited to join ICOM because this isn’t just about expanding reach, it’s about shared uplift. We look forward to learning from some of the world’s smartest independent agencies, adapting new methods into our craft, and contributing back to help others raise their game. With ICOM, we see a way for independent thinking to scale up impact for all of us.”

With ONE23WEST onboard, ICOM continues its mission to connect independent agencies who think boldly, work collaboratively, and grow stronger—together.

About ICOM

ICOM is the global network of independent advertising and marketing communication agencies, connecting more than 70 agencies across 50 countries. ICOM’s mission is to create opportunities for growth by fostering collaboration, innovation, and shared expertise among its members. Together, ICOM agencies deliver world-class creative and strategic solutions while maintaining their independence, contributing to a dynamic network that celebrates diversity, adaptability, and excellence.

About ONE23WEST

ONE23WEST is an independent idea + design collective with roots in Vancouver and an office in Toronto, known for transforming brands through strategy, creativity and great execution. From a garage startup a dozen years ago, the agency has grown into a respected force in Canada’s creative landscape, earning multiple “Small Agency of the Year” titles and helping clients evolve in an age of disruption. With expertise spanning brand transformation, digital strategy, and integrated communications, ONE23WEST operates with low overhead, high talent, and the drive to lead in the independent agency space.

For More Information:

Emma Keenan, ICOM President & CEO

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Fanny Miriel, ICOM Communications

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