We Are Rhode House Studios
Marketing trends come and go. Strategies evolve. Tools change overnight. What never changes is the need for a brand that means something.
Founded as 1st Choice Marketing in 2012, we've spent 14 years evolving alongside our clients - and Rhode House Studios is the next step. Same trusted team, same commitment to results, now powered by smarter tools and a bigger vision. Serving businesses in Rhode Island and surrounding areas.
What sets us apart isn't just strategy or technology - it's the ability to truly understand what your customers want before they can put it into words. That kind of intuition can't be automated. It's built over decades of listening, connecting, and getting it right.
Some people see marketing. We see what’s next.
Meet Marlene
As Chief Marketing Officer and Founder, Marlene doesn't chase trends. She figures out what's coming next.
With nearly three decades in marketing, Marlene has been through every shift the industry has thrown at us - and she's always been a step ahead. Part marketer, part strategist, part tech builder, she creates custom AI agents and smart tools that help businesses work smarter, save time, and focus on what they do best.
Meet Katie
As Creative Director, Katie knows that thinking outside the box is easy. She prefers redesigning it.
With a degree in Graphic Design and a natural eye for what works, Katie turns ideas into visuals that stop people mid-scroll. From graphics to full creative direction, she makes everything look intentional, sharp, and impossible to ignore. Behind every great studio is someone who makes the work look this good.
Our Mission: Make businesses impossible to ignore
Studio quality. Agency power. Built for you.
Our Vision
To help businesses stand out in a world full of noise - because the most successful brands don't just attract attention, they build relationships that last. As technology evolves, one thing stays true: people connect with people.
You have always been our 1st Choice!
Our Values
Authentic Connection: We build marketing on genuine relationships, not gimmicks.
Creativity & Innovation: Fresh ideas, bold thinking, and the latest technology applied with intention.
Excellence: Quality work, real results, no shortcuts.
Partnership: We work alongside our clients, not just for them.