About Us

Brick House is a full-service advertising agency located in Tampa, Florida. The Principals have more than 80 years of combined experience in all facets of the marketing and advertising arena spanning many industries. Prior to our founding in 2009, our Client experience includes Publix Supermarkets, KFC, Marriott, SunTrust (Truist), Tobacco Free Florida, Checkers, United States Army, Southeast Toyota Distributors, Orlando CVB, PODS, Sebring International Raceway, McDonald’s, Andros Boat Works, Auto Shopper, KeyBank, Inland Homes, Danka, Turner Broadcasting and Fox Sports.
We listen to our Clients’ needs and goals then target their ideal consumers to drive traffic, leads and sales through proven strategy. Brick House covers all aspects of Communication including Consumer Marketing/Advertising and Business-to-Business.
Our team has the expertise to position your Brand for success while providing exceptional value.

Bob Murphy

President

Bob is President of Brick House with 30+ years of experience which includes working at Turner Broadcasting in Atlanta then at 22 Squared and Fox Sports in Tampa. He has agency as well as in-house marketing and broadcast sales experience. He is committed to developing exceptional long-term relationships with Clients and media partners. Bob especially enjoys the challenge of helping Clients exceed their goals.

Bob is a Tampa native who loves boating and occasional masters swimming and is involved in many Tampa Bay area and out of market charities both personally and on behalf of our Clients.

Denise Essex

VP, Account Director

Denise has vast experience with over 25 years in account management and leadership roles while serving Clients at Young & Rubicam New York as well as The Lipphardt Agency and 22 Squared in Tampa. She directs projects from inception to completion. Denise performs research and develops creative strategy to include everything from brand identity to final production. She likes learning about our Clients’ industries to gain a broader view of competitive trends.

A Florida native from Miami, Denise is a proud mom to twin boys who are away at college and a dedicated supporter of many local charities.

Erica Allen

Media Director

Erica is proficient in broadcast buying with more than 20 years of experience. Media is her second language! She places schedules, negotiates the best value and conveys our Clients’ messages to a targeted audience. Erica gets satisfaction from navigating the media on behalf of our Clients. Relationship building and consumer communications are her specialties.

This practitioner in media enjoys motherly fun too. She spends quality time baking for or singing to her two kids, and she too, is a Tampa native.