About Us

Brick House is a full-service advertising agency located in Tampa, Florida. The Principals have more than 60 years of combined experience in all facets of the marketing and advertising arena spanning many industries. Prior to founding Brick House in 2009, our Client experience includes Publix Supermarkets, KFC, Marriott, SunTrust Bank (now Truist), Tobacco Free Florida, Checkers, United States Army, Southeast Toyota Distributors, Orlando Convention & Visitors Bureau, PODS, Sebring International Raceway, Casper-McDonald’s, Andros Boat Works, Auto Shopper, Key Bank, Inland Homes, Danka, TBS and Fox Sports.
Impact is Key at Brick House! We listen to our Clients’ needs and goals then target the ideal consumers to drive traffic, leads and sales through proven strategy. Our team has the expertise to transform your brand while providing exceptional value. Client success is always our focus!

Bob Murphy

President

Bob Murphy is President of Brick House and has over 30 years of experience which includes working at Turner Broadcasting in Atlanta as well as 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 charities both personally and on behalf of our Clients.

Denise Essex

VP, Account Director

Denise Essex 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.

Denise is a Florida native from Miami and the proud mother of twin boys. When she is not cheering them on at the soccer fields or basketball courts, she supports many local charities.

Erica Allen

Media Director

Erica Allen 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.