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25 Years of Creativity, Community & Gratitude

In our latest Figment edition, we reflect on a quarter century of growth and new ideas.

This year, Fig Industries is celebrating 25 years of using creative communication and new ideas to connect and reimagine businesses, products, and places.

“If I could sum up this quarter-century in just one word, it would be gratitude. Gratitude for incredible clients who, like us, believe that creativity and new ideas have the power to change the world and make everything brighter, more joyful, and more meaningful,” shared Deborah Brandt, Owner of Fig Industries and Founder of Fig Magazine. “And gratitude for our creative team who, like me, want to use their talents to make a difference in their community and beyond.”

From our humble beginnings in the attic of Deborah’s farmhouse to the launch of our Fig Magazine Franchise and our work with nationally-recognized clients—each step has strengthened our belief in the power of collaboration, connection, and creativity to shape businesses and impact the world around us.

2000

Founder Deborah Brandt moves from NYC back to her hometown of Lancaster and starts a creative studio in her farmhouse attic.

2005

The first issue of Fig Lancaster is released with a mission to help revitalize the city by encouraging readers to come downtown and support local small businesses.

2011

Fig Industries moves to a renovated building on King Street in Lancaster City, Pennsylvania

2016

Fig Industries wins the Excellence in Communication Award.

Deborah is named Small Businessperson of the Year by the Lancaster Chamber.

2017

Fig Industries buys a historic building on Duke Street as a permanent home for the studio.

2018

Fig Industries receives a Telly Award for Fig Stories—a special publication on leaders in Lancaster.

2019

Fig Industries becomes a Certified B Corporation, establishing our commitment to our team, our environment, and our community.

2020

Deborah receives a Top Women in Media Award.

2023

Fig Industries officially launches the Fig Magazine Franchise, providing a platform for creatives to lead revitalization in small cities across the country.

2024

Fig Industries wins the C. Emlen Urban Award for the design of “Urban Legend,” an architectural coffee table book.

Deborah is named Woman of Influence by Central Penn Business Journal.

Fig Industries establishes The Fig Tree grant program for small business in Lancaster City

2025

The Fig Magazine Franchise expands to new cities.

Fig Lancaster celebrates 20 years.

Fig Industries celebrates 25 years.

As we move forward in creativity,
we will continue to pursue the core
values we are rooted in.

The Fig Industries Manifesto

For more reflections from our team on the past 25 years, request a copy of our latest issue of Figment. Watch it unfold plus get a sneak peek at the keepsake poster inside by following us on Instagram.