Denver-based agency Cactus has launched an in-house production arm called Peyote Pictures. The new venture will be led by executive producer Brooke Woodruff, a long-time producer with the agency who most recently served as production director....

IWCO Direct, a Chanhassen, Minn.-based provider of data-driven performance marketing solutions, has named Reid Holmes as its new executive creative director. Holmes brings more than 25 years of experience in marketing to the company.  In his previous roles, Holmes has led the growth of multi-discipline creative teams, and has managed work for brands including H&R Block, Burger King, the Mayo Clinic, Domino’s Pizza, KeyBank, and Toro. His work as a writer and creative director has been honored with awards from The One Show, the ECHO Awards, the Effies, and the Cannes Lions. In addition to his recent experience as an independent consultant, Holmes has served at agencies including Doner, McCann, Carmichael Lynch, and Ogilvy & Mather....