C.A. Carlin

C.A. Carlin

Full-service brokerage delivering real-time revenue programs

Overview

C.A. Carlin is a full-service brokerage that helps brands grow revenue across all sales channels. It gathers and analyzes data about how consumers and shoppers behave, then turns those insights into targeted programs that run across different retailers and channels, delivering real-time results on the client’s schedule. The company works with its national partners to offer a wide, flexible agency solution that combines strong relationships, an omnichannel coverage model, and a platform for understanding shopper behavior. Its goal is to convert information into practical actions that drive revenue and measurable outcomes for brands.

About C.A. Carlin

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Why C.A. Carlin is rated
C
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Consulting

Consumer Goods

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Schaumburg, Illinois

Founded

1962

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What believers are saying

  • 2026 open positions include Kroger and Target analytics, showing active retail-account demand.
  • 2024 O'Malley investment expands health, beauty, and general merchandising positioning.
  • Vertically integrated services add sales, branding, insights, retail activation, and e-commerce support.

What critics are saying

  • 2025 greenhouse shows only six openings, signaling restrained hiring and limited growth.
  • Competition intensifies from national brokers; clients can shift volume to bigger omnichannel agencies.
  • Private ownership limits disclosure, masking margin pressure, client losses, and executive turnover timing.

What makes C.A. Carlin unique

  • Schaumburg-based C.A. Carlin spans Chicago, Detroit, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Indianapolis, and Missouri.
  • 2024 O'Malley investment strengthened health, beauty, and general merchandising capabilities.
  • 2021 C.A. banner combined C.A. Fortune, ESM Ferolie, and Carlin Group resources.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Phone/Internet Stipend

Wellness Program

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