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Creative Services.

“Everyone assumes that because we have so many ways to reach consumers that the consumers are actually interested in the messages we want to share.

Quite the contrary, the volume makes it more difficult to find relevance. We’ve entered an era of unprecedented complexity. Successful companies create on-going dialogs rooted in everyday experience. 

Marketing is about building relationships. It is easy to use all the marketing tools that are now available, but not so easy to use them wisely. I love working with Alex because he isn’t interested in selling the picks and pans associated to the Gold Rush; he listens to my vision, and presents a way to build relationships for the long term.  Isn’t that why we’re here?"

All of our services result in the same thing.  Good Ideas to market your business and the actionable information you need to implement them. We offer six different Creative Service packages to meet any need and budget.

Click here to get started, and find out the top 5 marketing mistakes our clients used to make.If you want your business to grow like a lush garden (or a Forest even), you have options. You can buy some seeds and put in the work to develop it. You can buy plants and arrange them however you see fit, or you can hire a landscaper and have the garden of your dreams right away.

That's how our options work.  The end result is always the same... New
ideas to grow your business in unique and creative ways.  The services
below include a different level of work and discovery prior to creating your concepts, and various levels of resources and support to implement them.

Don't be too concerned with which package is right for you though. 

We recommend that you start by just "clicking the cloud" so we can learn about your objectives and challenges and guide you in the right direction.  We'll also show you the 5 biggest mistakes our clients used to make.


Creative Services Packages:


   Just the Seed.
Our most basic package.  Just the idea, no frills.  We'll talk to you about your objectives and challenges, review your existing materials and provide ideas to take your business to the next level.  It's a great way to find some new directions for your business and marketing.  Creative sparks and inspiration sold daily.
 The Sprout.
This package is slightly more comprehensive.  It includes an informal strategy session to help determine your needs as well as a basic write-up including all the actionable information you need to move forward immediately.
     Bloom. Like an Explosion.
This is our most popular package.  The full strategy session covers your Objectives, Brand Image, USP, Target, Message, Budget and Method.  Up to 4 hours of 'discovery' before we generate your concepts, and a complete written strategy overview. Like a simple road map to your marketing success.
  Branching Out.
This package is a much more comprehensive version of the Bloom Package.  We delve much further into exploring your company and your needs.  You will receive a complete marketing strategy with budget and marketing calendar.  You will also receive a "Reference Bible" including graphics, copywriting, advertisements and many more tools and resources to help you succeed.  Perfect for Start-ups, Launches and Expansion.  This is also the best package for mid-sized businesses who are really looking to gain an edge over their competition and reach the next level. 
Growing Strong.
This package includes on-site services.  Two full days at your location to put our creativity to work for you.  You will receive everything in the Branching Out package, but the ideas will be a lot more formed and the process will be a lot more thorough, generally providing more creative and consistent results.  We'll handle every aspect of creating and implementing your new concepts, and support your ongoing efforts.
     The Forest.
Our full attention and the very best of what we have to offer for a week.  There is no limit to what can be accomplished with this program.  If you are looking for an entirely new and customized solution for your business, this is for you.  We will explore and learn every aspect of your business until we understand it as well as you do.  And we will stand by you every step of the way through concept, creation and execution to ensure the best results.

If you are unsure which package is right for you, don't worry. Everything starts with a simple conversation about who you are and what you hope to achieve, and we don't charge for that. Please visit the Get Your Big Idea page to tell us a little bit about yourself and your objectives, and we'll take it from there.