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We are a business that offers comprehensive marketing products and solutions. Our story revolves around the businesses we have assisted and the strong relationships we have forged and continue to nurture.
These connections have guided us towards creating more advanced and innovative solutions that help our clients. From the very beginning, our focus has always been on helping our clients achieve their objectives.
And now, we invite you to join us and become a part of our narrative as well.
In 1983, Mike and Marg Strand identified a gap in the market for a quality printing service in Lacombe, Alberta. They established Strand Printing in the historic Creamery Building, acquiring essential equipment from the Lacombe Globe and Canadian University College (now Burman University). Their vision was simple yet ambitious: to provide top-notch printing services to the growing community of Central Alberta.
In August 1999, Dan Bradford took the helm of Strand Printing. Under his leadership, the company not only grew but also relocated to a
new, more prominent location on Highway 2A, the future site of Sunny 94 radio. For a decade, the Bradford family nurtured and expanded
the business, setting the stage for the next chapter in its history.
In March 2010, Bruce Clarke, a professional with deep roots in sign manufacturing, particularly with the Jim Pattison Group, acquired Strand Printing. Bruce's vision, influenced by his experience and exposure to one of Canada's most successful business figures, was to expand beyond traditional printing. He purchased a small sign company, integrating it into the business and rebranded as Strand Media. This strategic move not only diversified the services offered but also marked the beginning of a new identity.
As customer demands evolved, so did Strand Media. The company began offering customized corporate SWAG, including hats and tee shirts, in response to client requests. This expansion reflected a keen understanding of market trends and client needs, positioning Strand Media as a go-to provider for a wide range of marketing products.
As time went on the digital revolution began reshaping the business landscape, and a pivotal decision was made. To better reflect the comprehensive range of marketing services now offered, a rebranding to Strand360 was initiated. The name 'Strand' had become synonymous with quality and reliability in central Alberta over four decades, and it was crucial to retain this legacy. The '360' in Strand360 symbolized the full spectrum of adaptable products and solutions, encompassing everything from traditional print to cutting-edge digital marketing strategies.
When Chad Vandervalk acquired Strand360 in October 2025, he brought brand management and marketing strategy into the mix—helping businesses understand why customers actually choose them. This usually comes down to trust signals. In a marketplace overflowing with advertising noise, the businesses winning aren't necessarily the ones shouting loudest online. They're the ones that look established, credible, and permanent online AND in the physical world. A professionally wrapped vehicle, a well-designed storefront, and quality printed materials help clients see you're the safe choice.
That's why we've made a strategic decision to refocus Strand360 on what we've always done exceptionally well: physical marketing assets that make businesses look legitimate and worth choosing. From signage and vehicle graphics to branded apparel and quality print, we're specialising in the tangible touchpoints that build lasting brand equity. And now, through our consulting and brand management services, we help clients build strategies where physical marketing isn't an afterthought but is integral to how they show up and compete.
We guide businesses in understanding not just what to create, but why each piece matters and how it all works together to signal credibility and permanence. Because when your brand shows up professionally in the real world—not just on a screen—you're signalling something powerful: you're here to stay, and you're worth trusting with someone's business.
This is where Strand has thrived for over four decades, and it's exactly where we're planting our flag for the next chapter.