Local Chambers Recognize Agency’s Impact on Communities
May 14, 2025, Highwood, IL — To commemorate its 40-year anniversary, Street Level Studio (SLS), a full-service, woman-owned marketing agency, was recently honored during the annual meetings of both the Highwood and Highland Park Chambers of Commerce.
Tanya Fretheim, CEO of Street Level Studio, and Lexie Markarian, Director of Sales, receive their Certificate of Recognition from James Lynch, Chair of The Art Center Highland Park, and Lori Rubin Dekalo, President and CEO of the Highland Park Chamber of Commerce.
The events brought together city and business leaders to celebrate milestone anniversaries and collaborate on shaping the future of their respective business communities.
Street Level Studio CEO Tanya Fretheim and Director of Sales Lexie Markarian were on hand to accept the recognition.
“We’re proud to be part of these vibrant and supportive communities,” said Fretheim. “Reaching 40 years is an incredible milestone, and we’re grateful to the chambers for recognizing our journey and impact—not just as a local business, but as a creative partner helping other businesses grow and thrive.”
Founded in 1985, Street Level Studio has grown from a boutique design shop into a trusted agency delivering strategy-driven branding, marketing, web, and digital content solutions to a diverse client base. Headquartered in Highwood, the agency has remained deeply rooted in Chicago’s North Shore while expanding its reach and capabilities across industries.
To learn more about Street Level Studio’s award-winning work, visit streetlevelstudio.com.
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ABOUT STREET LEVEL STUDIO
Street Level Studio (SLS) is an award-winning, full-service marketing agency in the Chicago area. We’ve been building momentum and driving results for both global brands and growing businesses for more than 40 years through street-smart branding, design, websites, video, digital marketing, content development, multichannel communications, and environmental branding solutions. A trusted and valued creative partner, the SLS team knows how to reach audiences right where they are, deliver the right messages, and trigger the right response with high-impact design and compelling content. A 100% woman-owned business, SLS prides itself on delivering big agency results with small firm access and collaboration.
