About
How we work is what makes us different.
The people who pitch you the business are the same people who lead and deliver the work. There are no handoffs and no disappearing act.
We think like operators, act like partners, and deliver like owners. That mindset allows us to move seamlessly across teams, translate vision into action, and create momentum that leads to measurable impact.
Across industries, we help brands launch new programs, elevate customer experiences, and turn ideas into outcomes through a hands on, insight driven approach.
BrandsPartnered with
From global icons to breakout challengers—across lifestyle, tech, travel, outdoor, and experience-driven sectors.
Creating the win/win by connecting brands to enable growth.
ProgramsLaunched
From early-stage pilots to enterprise-wide initiatives—each designed to drive business outcomes, not just buzz.
From national connected vehicle platforms to immersive experiential retention programs.
IndustriesNavigated
We bring fresh thinking from across travel, lifestyle, mobility, marine, technology and more—often connecting the dots in unexpected ways.
Driven by our curiosity and interest to do what we love.
SMALL BY DESIGN, BIG ON IMPACT.
Small by design, big on impact.
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Chris Pendl
PRINCIPAL & FOUNDER
Chris is a business and communications leader with deep experience creating and deploying effective strategies to move businesses and teams forward. His resume includes strategic and creative positions in the news and entertainment media and time as a senior executive with a professional services consultancy.In his spare time, you’ll find him in his apiary, flying planes, or exploring the great outdoors.
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Carly Gory
OPERATIONS & PARTNER ENGAGEMENT LEAD
Carly is involved in all aspects of Nomadics from driving the day-to-day operations to planning and executing large programs and initiatives. Her visual merchandising and operations background gives Carly a unique point of view to create thoughtful elevated experiences and programs.Carly’s perfect day off includes spending time with family in the outdoors, with access to some tasty bites and beverages.
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Randall Bloomquist
COMMUNICATIONS AND RESEARCH LEAD
Randall has worked in a wide variety of professions including journalism, political consulting, media and public relations. The one constant in his career is writing. He has written speeches, bios, scripts, op-eds with placements in numerous national publications including The Wall Street Journal, The Seattle Times and The Washington Post.Randall is a lifelong hiker, biker, camper and paddler.
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Aarti Vaid
STRATEGY & COMMUNICATIONS LEAD
Aarti brings nearly two decades of experience helping organizations translate strategy into clear, effective communication. Working across brand, public relations, and digital marketing, she helps leaders clarify positioning, align teams, and turn complex goals into executable plans. Her experience spans technology, government, travel, hospitality, construction, and learning and development.
Outside of work, she enjoys traveling with her husband and three kids and discovering new local restaurants.
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Cristina Metianu
EXPERIENCES LEAD
Cristina brings over 20 years of event experience. From a destination management background with a speciality in program management and onsite logistics, Cristina helps craft memorable experiences to drive key business objectives.
When not steeped in event planning, Cristina enjoys binge watching Law & Order.
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Ben Brooks
ANALYST
Ben is a data and analytics expert with deep experience building dynamic, insight-driven models that empower smarter business decisions. From Fortune 500 companies, startups, and everything in between, Ben brings a rare blend of technical acumen, curiosity, and strategic thinking to brings insights to life.
In his spare time, you’ll find Ben playing beach volleyball or off the grid recharging in the backwoods. -
Shelly Lattanzi
DESIGNER
Shelly has worked with a wide range of organizations, from global corporations to locally owned small businesses. Her portfolio includes publication design, brand identity, website design and product packaging design. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelor in Fine Arts.
In her downtime, Shelly enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
Thinkers. Doers. Partners.
We are a nimble team of curious and thoughtful practitioners who are intentional about who we partner with. We believe that when we love the work, it creates the ultimate win for everyone involved.
We are obsessed with communications and strategy and their combined ability to drive positive change.
Nomadics began in 2016 with a small engagement for a large outdoor lifestyle and travel brand in North America. Since then, we have grown organically to support some of the world’s leading brands in outdoor recreation, lifestyle, and travel.
Our superpower is building trust across organizations, working seamlessly across teams, and partnering closely with leaders to bring ideas to life so they create real impact.
We attribute our success to this approach, which is why nearly ten years later, we still work with our founding client.
Join us.
Chris Pendl
Principal & Founder
DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD
What sets Nomadics apart is their rare ability to not only generate forward-looking ideas that can transform a business, but also to partner closely with stakeholders to bring those ideas to life through thoughtful and practical execution. Their work consistently balances vision with action, ensuring that strategies do not remain abstract concepts but evolve into meaningful, tangible outcomes.
Todd Woelfer, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at THOR Industries
When You’re Ready, We’re Ready.
We meet you where you are and help you get where you’re going.