For One Agency, the Women's March Brought Together Employees Like Never Before

Huge D.C. became a rallying point for staffers nationwide

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The day after Donald Trump’s election, the D.C. office of creative agency Huge was a somber place, one where employees seemed uncertain and fearful of the times ahead.

“It felt like a funeral,” recalls UX lead Natalie Be’er. The atmosphere and the election’s impact on the team were clear to executives as well.

“I don’t mean to disrespect, because there are going to be some Trump supporters, particularly in D.C., so I need to be respectful of those folks and have an environment that’s nurturing for everyone,” said Kate Watts, president of U.S.

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