Tug McTighe

Tug McTighe is an accomplished creative professional with extensive experience in the marketing and advertising industry. Currently serving as VP and Executive Creative Director at Sassafras Marketing since August 2023, Tug has a rich background that includes previous roles as Executive Creative Director at Merkle Experience & Commerce and DEG Digital, as well as VP and Executive Creative Director at Callahan Creek. With a foundation in copywriting from earlier positions at Sullivan Higdon & Sink, Barkley, NKH & W, and Weyforth-Haas Marketing, Tug has developed expertise across a diverse client portfolio, including notable brands such as Elanco, Sprint, UMB Bank, and Captain D's Seafood. Tug holds a B.A. in Journalism with a focus on Advertising from Drake University.