(KANSAS CITY) – Barkley held its second annual Creativity Symposium this week, an agency-wide event that seeks to inspire innovative work and fresh perspective. The 2005 theme encouraged partners to “Color outside the Lines” and develop new ways to deliver clients’ messages.

“Anyone can be a ‘creative'; every single one of our partners contributes to the work that goes out the door,” said Brian Brooker, CEO & Chief Creative Officer, Barkley. “Our vision for the Creativity Symposium has continued to expand and we all agree that after this year’s event, 'Our brains are itchy.’”

About Barkley:

Barkley is the largest employee-owned agency of its kind. Founded in 1964, the company has 325 partners offering a full range of marketing communications services including advertising, public relations, events & sponsorships, relationship marketing, design, motion graphics, research and interactive marketing. Barkley is located in Kansas City with field offices across the nation. More info: www.barkleyUS.com