Gaining Momentum: Proven Early-Stage Marketing Tactics for Startup Traction

I'm Drew Henry — the copywriter behind Drew Henry Writes. For the past five years, I've been helping brands find their voice, tell their stories, and turn words into results — working with 75+ clients including national retailers and growing startups.

What I Do

I'm a full-stack copywriter: I don't just write — I curate brand voices, build content strategies, and develop everything from snappy taglines to long-form storytelling. I also ghostwrite, so if you need words that sound like you (but sharper and more persuasive), I've got you covered.

Services

• Brand voice development and copywriting
• Content strategy and editorial planning
• Website and landing page copy
• Long-form content and ghostwriting
• Taglines and campaign copy

Good web design is invisible — users don't notice it because it works exactly the way they expect it to. That's the standard I hold my work to. I build websites and digital experiences that feel natural to navigate, communicate clearly, and make it easy for visitors to take the action you want them to take.

I work with founders, marketing teams, and agencies who need a reliable design and development partner — someone who can take a brief and deliver something that works both visually and technically, on time and without unnecessary back-and-forth.

What I value most in client relationships is directness and clarity — knowing exactly what success looks like before the work begins, and holding myself accountable to delivering it. I don't believe in long, meandering processes. I move quickly, communicate clearly, and produce work that I'm proud to put my name on.

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

Available for brands that want a copywriter who brings strategy to the page, not just words.

Campground is a versatile design studio specializing in branding and user experience design — building simple, effective solutions to complex problems, and creating work that's genuinely exceptional.

What We Do

Colin approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

We thrive on the challenge of taking complexity and making it feel effortless — for brands that want design that's both strategic and deeply considered. Available for companies looking for a branding and UX design studio that keeps things elegant and purposeful.

I'm the founder of NUEX Creative — America's leading design experts for Consumer Packaged Goods brands. We design winning CPG brands and packaging that sells, with a portfolio that includes brands scaled from zero to over $100M.

Track Record

• $1 billion+ generated for clients through design-led brand strategy
• 5,000+ successful design projects completed
• Brands scaled from $0 to $100M+

Every project starts with listening. Before I pick up a pencil or open a file, I make sure I deeply understand what the brand is, who it's for, and what it needs to communicate — because great design is only possible when it's built on genuine understanding. That's why clients come back, and why the work holds up over time.

I work with a wide range of clients — from early-stage founders building their brand for the first time to established companies refreshing an identity that no longer reflects who they've become. Whatever the starting point, my goal is always the same: to create something that feels unmistakably right for your brand and genuinely connects with the people you're trying to reach.

What I value most in client relationships is directness and clarity — knowing exactly what success looks like before the work begins, and holding myself accountable to delivering it. I don't believe in long, meandering processes. I move quickly, communicate clearly, and produce work that I'm proud to put my name on.

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

For CPG brands serious about packaging design and brand development that drives real shelf performance and sales, NUEX is built for exactly that.

XO Agency is led by Scott Donnell — creating evocative brands and launching them through easy-to-maintain websites, with a philosophy of strategic consulting first and creative execution second.

What We Do

We see ourselves as strategic partners before vendors — helping clients navigate the conversations and layers of approvals necessary to get a brand out into the world. We back up every client relationship with an extended agency model that includes compelling video storytelling, digital marketing creative, and channel-specific support. Our focus areas include energy, consultancy, and healthcare.

Services

• Brand strategy and visual identity
• Web design and development
• Video storytelling and digital marketing creative
• Channel marketing support

XO approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

Available for brands that want a strategic brand and web design partner who stays invested long after launch.

I'm Tyler Renfro, founder of Modular Design — a boutique UX consultancy that partners with business executives, product leaders, and enterprise teams to elevate their digital platforms through user-centered design.

What I Do

I bridge the gap between business objectives and user needs — combining industry expertise with human-centered design principles to deliver UX solutions that are intuitive, impactful, and scalable. My work spans UX strategy, digital product design, and enterprise user experience consulting.

Services

• UX strategy and enterprise UX consulting
• Digital product design
• User research and usability testing
• Design systems and scalable UX frameworks

Good web design is invisible — users don't notice it because it works exactly the way they expect it to. That's the standard I hold my work to. I build websites and digital experiences that feel natural to navigate, communicate clearly, and make it easy for visitors to take the action you want them to take.

I work with founders, marketing teams, and agencies who need a reliable design and development partner — someone who can take a brief and deliver something that works both visually and technically, on time and without unnecessary back-and-forth.

What I value most in client relationships is directness and clarity — knowing exactly what success looks like before the work begins, and holding myself accountable to delivering it. I don't believe in long, meandering processes. I move quickly, communicate clearly, and produce work that I'm proud to put my name on.

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

Available for product and enterprise teams looking for a UX strategist and digital product designer who operates at the intersection of business and user experience.

Jacob Lundy is a growth marketing strategist with 10+ years of experience driving significant B2B results — including a 7:1 ROI through lead generation for Omnidian, an award-winning global climate tech company, and 29,000% increase in blog views for a media brand in the clean energy space.

What He Does

Jacob specializes in B2B growth marketing for companies in clean energy, climate tech, and mission-driven industries — including Clean Power Hour and EnergiTech Media. He knows how to achieve massive reach on minimal budgets, with a track record of half a million ad views for under $100.

Services

• B2B growth marketing and lead generation
• Content marketing and SEO
• Paid advertising at scale
• Clean energy and climate tech marketing

Jacob takes a data-grounded approach to marketing — building strategies and campaigns that are tied to real business objectives and measured against outcomes that matter. Every recommendation is backed by research, and every campaign is designed to be improved over time.

Clients span a wide range of industries and growth stages — from startups building their first real marketing program to established companies looking to optimize or reinvent how they grow. In each case, the work is customized to the specific business, audience, and competitive context.

The measure of good marketing isn't how creative it is — it's whether it changes behavior. Every strategy, campaign, and piece of content is evaluated against that standard, which is why the work tends to produce results that are easy to attribute and easy to build on.

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

Available for B2B and mission-driven companies that need a growth marketing expert who delivers outsized results on real-world budgets.

Tall Glass Media is a dedicated branding and creative solutions partner — helping businesses build a presence that's visually compelling, strategically grounded, and built to grow over time.

What We Do

We work closely with clients to understand their business before we pick up a camera or open a design file — because great creative only works when it's built on a real understanding of the brand, the audience, and the goal. Our work spans brand identity, photography, video, and digital design.

Services

• Brand identity and creative strategy
• Photography and video production
• Digital design and marketing creative

Tall approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

Available for brands looking for a branding and creative production partner who's invested in the outcome, not just the deliverable.

I'm Lauren St. George — a designer, copywriter, and brand strategist with a passion for turning complex ideas into compelling stories and visuals that connect with your audience. Over the last two decades, I've partnered with Fortune 500s, startups, and mid-size companies leading brand strategy, shaping messaging, and crafting creative that drives results.

Background

I've worked across nearly every industry imaginable — CPG, tech, healthcare, financial services, energy, and travel — launching global campaigns, building brands from scratch, and writing a pitch deck that helped close a $2B deal. My goal is always the same: build brands that resonate and perform.

Services

• Brand strategy and visual identity
• Copywriting and messaging development
• Campaign creative and content strategy
• Pitch decks and investor communications

Every project starts with listening. Before I pick up a pencil or open a file, I make sure I deeply understand what the brand is, who it's for, and what it needs to communicate — because great design is only possible when it's built on genuine understanding. That's why clients come back, and why the work holds up over time.

I work with a wide range of clients — from early-stage founders building their brand for the first time to established companies refreshing an identity that no longer reflects who they've become. Whatever the starting point, my goal is always the same: to create something that feels unmistakably right for your brand and genuinely connects with the people you're trying to reach.

Available for brands that need a senior brand strategist and copywriter who can work across brand, campaign, and communications disciplines.

I'm Jay Nadir, founder of Connect Media Agency — a certified UX designer, web designer, and search engine marketing specialist with over a decade of experience helping small and large businesses get results globally.

What I Do

I understand how to create high-performing, growth-driven websites that pique an audience's interest — and then market them to the right people. Connect Media Agency was built to help businesses plan and execute digital strategies that are most effective for their business and target market.

Services

• Web design and UX (Certified UX Designer)
• Search engine marketing (SEM) and Google Ads
• Digital strategy and online presence
• Growth-driven website design

Good web design is invisible — users don't notice it because it works exactly the way they expect it to. That's the standard I hold my work to. I build websites and digital experiences that feel natural to navigate, communicate clearly, and make it easy for visitors to take the action you want them to take.

I work with founders, marketing teams, and agencies who need a reliable design and development partner — someone who can take a brief and deliver something that works both visually and technically, on time and without unnecessary back-and-forth.

What I value most in client relationships is directness and clarity — knowing exactly what success looks like before the work begins, and holding myself accountable to delivering it. I don't believe in long, meandering processes. I move quickly, communicate clearly, and produce work that I'm proud to put my name on.

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

Available for businesses that need a web designer and digital marketing strategist who can handle both the site and the strategy to grow it.

Kavon Johnson is a UX strategist and product designer with 10+ years of experience creating seamless, user-centered digital experiences that drive engagement and retention — with credits including Mailchimp, Universal Studios, and Lockheed Martin.

What He Does

As Founder of The Distance Company and Partner at Mercer Design, Kavon helps startups, e-commerce brands, and fashion companies streamline their digital experiences — leveraging AI, UX research, and strategic design thinking to build products that people genuinely love and return to.

Services

• UX strategy and product design
• User research and interface design
• E-commerce and fashion UX
• AI-informed design and experience optimization

Kavon takes a user-centered approach to every web project — combining visual design with a deep understanding of how people actually navigate and interact with digital experiences. The result is websites that don't just look professional, but actively support the business goals behind them.

Clients include founders, marketing teams, and agencies across industries who need a dependable design and development partner — someone who can deliver quality work on time, communicate clearly throughout the process, and build something that lasts.

The measure of good marketing isn't how creative it is — it's whether it changes behavior. Every strategy, campaign, and piece of content is evaluated against that standard, which is why the work tends to produce results that are easy to attribute and easy to build on.

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

Available for companies looking for a senior UX strategist and product designer who brings both creative depth and strategic clarity.

I'm Jordyn Phillips, a brand strategist and creative director helping businesses build visual identities and brand systems that are both strategically grounded and visually sharp — designed to grow with the brand, not constrain it.

What I Do

My work spans brand strategy, identity design, and creative direction — helping founders and marketing teams get clarity on who they are and translate that into design systems that work across every touchpoint. I approach every project with equal parts rigor and creativity.

Services

• Brand strategy and positioning
• Visual identity and brand system design
• Creative direction
• Marketing and campaign design

Every project starts with listening. Before I pick up a pencil or open a file, I make sure I deeply understand what the brand is, who it's for, and what it needs to communicate — because great design is only possible when it's built on genuine understanding. That's why clients come back, and why the work holds up over time.

I work with a wide range of clients — from early-stage founders building their brand for the first time to established companies refreshing an identity that no longer reflects who they've become. Whatever the starting point, my goal is always the same: to create something that feels unmistakably right for your brand and genuinely connects with the people you're trying to reach.

What I value most in client relationships is directness and clarity — knowing exactly what success looks like before the work begins, and holding myself accountable to delivering it. I don't believe in long, meandering processes. I move quickly, communicate clearly, and produce work that I'm proud to put my name on.

Available for founders and brands investing in brand identity and creative direction as a foundation for growth.