Packaging Solutions for Ad Agencies in San Francisco
If you’re heading a creative team in San Francisco, you know that "innovation" isn't just a buzzword—it’s the baseline. Whether your agency is located in SoMa, the Mission, or looking out over the Embarcadero, your clients expect a level of precision that matches their own tech-driven products. You spend months refining the user experience and the minimalist aesthetic of a brand, but if the physical sales, marketing, or promotional kits don't mirror that same high-tech feel, the brand story loses its punch.
Finding a manufacturing partner who can handle the "tech-speed" of a Bay Area launch—while maintaining a focus on premium, sustainable materials—is a major hurdle. That’s where we step in.

The "Silicon Valley" Standard of Precision
In a city that lives and breathes data and design, your packaging needs to be as well-engineered as the software inside it. You have a series-A launch on the horizon or a major developer conference, and your creative team is asking for packaging with magnetic closures that feels seamless and intuitive.
At Petra & Holum, we have been engineering these "smart" solutions since 1933. We aren't just a shop in Chicago; we are a legacy manufacturer with over 91 years of technical "firsts"—including being the first to use magnets in American packaging. When you’re dealing with a high-stakes VC pitch or a global hardware release, you need a partner who values engineering excellence as much as you do.
Solving the Tech-Speed Logistics Gap
The biggest pain point for a San Francisco account manager is the unpredictability of overseas production. When your client is moving at "tech speed," you can't afford a six-week delay at the Port of Oakland.
Because our facility is based in the Midwest, we act as your domestic, "Made in the USA" production hub. We operate with the same transparency and efficiency your clients expect. Being stateside means we offer in-house manufacturing and product fulfillment that hits your deadlines without the customs headaches. We are your "local-ready" partner for every Palo Alto or SF-based campaign.
Packaging for the Future of Brand Storytelling
San Francisco agencies often lead the way in sustainability and sleek design. We provide the high-quality, durable materials that SF brands demand:
- SaaS Welcome & Onboarding Kits: We create deluxe sample packaging and literature kits that make a digital service feel tangible and premium.
- Sustainable Tech Wraps: Utilizing our expertise in sewn products, we can create protective covers and pouches from eco-friendly fabrics that align with your client’s green initiatives.
- Minimalist Presentation Binders: Our turned edge and poly sales kits are the gold standard for presenting complex data or creative portfolios to boardrooms.
PETRA AND HOLUM
Your Vision, Structurally Mastered
We often hear from SF designers: "We want this to be incredibly thin but still strong enough to protect the product."
At Petra & Holum, we thrive on those technical challenges. Our artisans use state-of-the-art die cutting and case making technology to ensure your vision isn't just a mockup—it's a durable reality. From divided swatch boxes for material samples to complex telescoping boxes, we build structural integrity into every design so your brand arrives in the customer's hands exactly as intended.
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Let’s Build the Next Big Thing Together
You don’t need to be in Chicago to collaborate with us. We are "agency-ready," meaning we can hop on a video call with your SF creative team today, review your dielines, and start prototyping. We bring the meticulous attention to detail your brand deserves.
If you have an upcoming launch and need a partner who "gets" the San Francisco standard, let's talk. We'll handle the engineering and logistics so you can stay focused on the next disruption.


