A tight-knit team that feels like part of your own.
Rooted in Scottsdale, AZ—serving brands nationwide with strategy, design, and digital support that feels personal, responsive, and built for your pace.
WE ARE 81A
More Than a Vendor.
81A is a True Partner.
Founded in 2017 as Eighteen81 Agency, we began as a focused marketing partner for healthcare providers navigating a complex, heavily-regulated industry. Over time, we expanded our reach, working with clients in hospitality, food and beverage, retail, and more.
In 2025, we rebranded as 81A—reflecting a broader vision while staying true to our small-team roots and commitment to delivering high-quality marketing support to growing businesses nationwide.
Based in Arizona.
Built for Anywhere.
81A operates out of Scottsdale, AZ—but our clients are located all across the country. From local startups to multi-location groups, we work seamlessly with teams in different cities and time zones, bringing the same level of focus, clarity, and partnership to every project.
As a small team, we stay nimble—able to move quickly, adapt easily, and stay locked in on the details. Our structure lets us serve businesses at every stage, from lean startups to growing brands ready to expand their reach.
WHO WE ARE
Meet the Founders
Evan Hoffbuhr and Scott Goldsmith built 81A on a shared foundation of strategy, design, and development—rooted in real-world marketing experience.
With backgrounds in healthcare, and a growing roster of partners in hospitality, food and beverage, and retail, Evan and Scott launched 81A to offer affordable, high-quality marketing support to small and mid-sized businesses across the country. Their complementary skills—and shared belief in keeping things lean, responsive, and effective—continue to shape the agency’s approach today.
EVAN
HOFFBUHR
CO-FOUNDER
CREATIVE & MARKETING DIRECTOR
SCOTT
GOLDSMITH
CO-FOUNDER
DEVELOPMENT & MARKETING DIRECTOR
EVAN HOFFBUHR
CO-FOUNDER
CREATIVE & MARKETING DIRECTOR
SCOTT GOLDSMITH
CO-
FOUNDER
DEV & MARKETING DIRECTOR
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