Leading Brand Development Advisors Experts

Brandon Day is an executive coach, leadership advisor, and keynote speaker with more than twenty years of experience helping business owners, executives, and leadership teams make the strongest decisions to build healthier organizations. Over the course of his career, he has guided more than five hundred clients, from small businesses to established nonprofits, through growth, alignment, and leadership development.

Stepan Kazaryan is a Business Management Consultant focused on digital presence, professional evaluation, and how public information shapes decision-making in modern business environments. His work centers on helping organizations and professionals understand how they are perceived before direct interaction occurs. In search-driven systems, evaluation often happens silently and quickly. Stepan advises clients on building structured digital foundations that support credibility over time. His approach emphasizes clarity, consistency, and responsible positioning rather than short-term visibility tactics. He works with executives, founders, and professional service providers who recognize that digital footprints influence trust, partnerships, and opportunity flow. By aligning websites, public profiles, and third-party references, Stepan helps create stable professional narratives that reduce uncertainty during evaluation. Rather than focusing on reactive measures, his advisory framework prioritizes preparation. This includes analyzing how search results present a name, how information connects across platforms, and how inconsistencies affect perception. The goal is to strengthen long-term positioning in a way that feels natural and sustainable. Stepan frequently writes and speaks about digital identity, credibility signals, and the structural factors that influence professional trust in online environments. His perspective reflects a broader shift in how professionals are assessed in the age of search and public information accessibility. Through disciplined strategy and steady execution, Stepan Kazaryan helps clients maintain clarity in environments where perception often forms before conversation begins.

Media Contact & PR Representative for Next Stage Design + Build, a premier interior design and remodeling firm in Santa Clara County. I connect journalists with industry experts on home renovation, interior design trends, space optimization, and residential build strategy. Representing: Joy Allen - Design Supervisor Shelly Yoder - Project Designer, UDCP Keith Ostendorf - Project Developer Access to high-resolution before-and-after photography for all listed topics under expertise.

New business ventures, partnership building, leadership and vision in leading complex projects from concept through completion in security and construction industries

I’m Brandi Oldham, the founder of Talent Career Coaching and Brandiwine Interior Design, two businesses built around one idea: you deserve to have a life that brings out the very best in you. Before I was a coach and designer, I was a rule follower. I climbed the corporate ladder, led teams in financial services and sports, and checked every box that was supposed to equal success. But somewhere between back-to-back meetings and “living the dream,” I realized I was living someone else’s. So I burned the rulebook and built a life that actually fits, and now, I help others do the same. Through Talent Career Coaching, I work with high-achieving professionals and barrier breakers who look successful on paper but feel stuck in practice. My clients are women, first-gen professionals, and leaders navigating imposter syndrome, burnout, and growth that feels heavier than it should. Together, we rebuild confidence, reconnect to purpose, and design careers that feel human again. My approach? Equal parts strategy, self-awareness, and straight talk, or, as my clients call it, “therapy for your career.” And because alignment shouldn’t stop at work, I also run Brandiwine Interior Design, where I help homeowners design spaces that reflect who they are, not just what’s trending. From remodel roadmaps to new builds, my goal is to take the overwhelm out of the process and replace it with clarity and calm. I’m the daughter of a truck driver and a grocery store worker, a first-gen professional who built two businesses from scratch, and a mom learning to juggle big dreams with nap schedules. I’m not interested in picture-perfect, I’m interested in real alignment: careers that matter, homes that feel good, and lives that make sense. When I’m not coaching or designing, you’ll find me volunteering with my therapy dog, chasing my toddler, or testing yet another Portland-area coffee shop. (Iced vanilla latte, always.) If you’re writing about modern career growth, burnout recovery, work-life alignment, or the intersection of design and intentionality - I’m your girl with the insights, the energy, and the story to tell!

Mark MacDonald is a seasoned strategist and creative with 4 decades of expertise in powerful Branding and Marketing Communication based on reliable research. He's the go-to guide for effective church communication, branding, and logos. As a bestselling author, engaging speaker, and founder of BeKnownforSomething.com, Mark empowers church leaders to communicate with impact.

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Gina Dunn is a brand strategist and founder of OG Solutions. She works with founders and organizations to build brands that are clear, credible, and usable in real business contexts. Her work focuses on brand positioning, identity, and visibility systems that translate complex thinking into coherent market presence. Gina brings more than two decades of experience across international brand leadership, entrepreneurship, and system-led strategy, allowing her to hold nuance without overcomplication. In recent years, her work has expanded into human-first AI systems designed to support clarity, scale, and consistency while preserving voice and judgment. She works globally with businesses that have outgrown surface-level branding and need structure that actually holds.

I help brands bridge the gap between technical visibility and human connection. As the Managing Director of Empire State SEO and a Marketing Strategy & Branding Consultant, my work is driven by a singular goal: to ensure that the quality of your business is matched by the strength of your digital presence. With nearly 12 years of experience, I don’t view myself as a service provider; I am a partner to the business owners I work with. My approach combines deep operational analysis with an authentic narrative to ensure a brand does not just rank; it commands attention. I focus on the strategic ‘why’ behind the data to drive measurable revenue growth and sustainable market leadership. I saw too many talented entrepreneurs in our Tri-State community being held back not by a lack of capability, but by a lack of the right strategic guidance. This is where we bridge the gap. By combining a rigorous strategic framework with deep-level SEO execution, I help businesses navigate complex market shifts to deliver sustainable, compounding digital growth. Whether I am consulting for an early-stage startup or a scaled enterprise, I am dedicated to helping brands own their industry’s digital skyline by aligning their identity with their core operational objectives.

As the founder of Brass and Honey Marketing Studio, I combine mindset, marketing, and design to help online business owners find success and fulfillment early in their journeys.

Andy Brenits is Principal of Brenits Creative, an award-winning branding and creative strategy firm that helps growing businesses and entrepreneurs doing it (mostly) by themselves to create a consistent way to look, communicate, and act.Before founding Brenits Creative, Andy led creative teams at Fortune 500 brands such as Banana Republic, The Gap, National Football League, KPMG, and Arizona Public Service.Andy was also President of the Board of Directors of InSource, the professional association for in-house creative leaders, and served on the Small Business Council of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and the public arts council for the Town of Queen Creek, where he lives with his family.An experienced mentor and teacher, Andy has taught undergraduate and graduate classes at Columbia University, Pratt Institute, MICA (Maryland Institute College of Art), Rowan University, The Art Institute of Phoenix, Sessions.edu, and Grand Canyon University. He earned his Master’s Degree in Design Management from Pratt Institute and has a BFA in Graphic Design from the School of Visual Arts.

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Khaled Makki is a Brand Architect and serial entrepreneur who specializes in building narrative-driven, premium brand identities. As the co-founder of the footwear brand Maksters and the founder of the interior design firm Maksters Manor, he has spent over six years blending physical aesthetics with consumer psychology to build cult-status brands. His work focuses heavily on strategic storytelling, long-term narrative coherence, and structural positioning for premium markets. Topics I Can Comment on: Premium Brand Architecture: Navigating the shift from a generic business to a narrative-driven, premium brand identity. The Power of Narrative Coherence: How storytelling acts as a structural pillar for long-term consumer trust. Multi-Disciplinary Design Execution: Bridging the design gap between physical products, premium packaging, and high-end spatial interiors. Building Cult Brands: Direct strategies on scaling a niche, design-focused brand in a competitive marketplace.

Juliana Cano is the founder of Qurated Studio, a branding and web development business that prioritizes both visual impact and technical integrity. With a Master’s in Management Information Systems and a background in Business Administration, she builds digital identities rooted in logic and scalability. Her signature approach, "Foundational Branding," ensures that a company’s visual presence is backed by a high-performance, professional web system. Juliana focuses on helping entrepreneurs and businesses grow by delivering clean, user-centric designs that function as effectively as they look.

I am passionate about helping people reach their potential, find enjoyable work and perform their best. I offer proven talent development solutions gained from more than 30 years of experience advising individuals and businesses.I have extensive experience leading talent management, enterprise strategy, and consulting in healthcare organizations. I've guided cross-functional teams in the ideation, design, and delivery of strategic initiatives that drive revenue, increase efficiency, and build leadership succession pipelines. Industry thought leader, and award-winning author of Develop: 7 Practical Tools to Take Charge of Your Career. I speak frequently on topics including managing your career, driving business results, and innovation.

Stephanie Armstrong is an executive brand strategist, communications advisor, and CEO of Moxie Creative Studios, a marketing and brand development agency known for blending strategy, storytelling, and measurable growth. She works with founders, executives, and impact-driven leaders to transform their expertise into category authority through personal branding, thought leadership, and omnichannel visibility systems. With more than a decade of experience in branding and marketing, Stephanie has supported companies and leaders associated with over $40 million in revenue growth, spanning Fortune 100 environments, celebrity and influencer brands, and high-growth entrepreneurial ventures. Her work sits at the intersection of positioning, communications strategy, and performance marketing — ensuring visibility translates into tangible business expansion. Stephanie specializes in executive positioning, founder-led brand development, and strategic brand architecture. She advises leaders on how to build credible authority in competitive markets, align narrative with business objectives, and leverage media, speaking, and digital ecosystems to drive sustainable growth. Her approach integrates brand psychology, data-driven marketing strategy, and cultural relevance to help clients move from expert to industry voice. Beyond client work, Stephanie is a speaker and thought leader focused on personal branding, visibility strategy, and women’s leadership in business. Her perspective bridges the gap between influence and infrastructure — helping leaders not only be seen, but strategically positioned for long-term impact. She is available to comment on personal branding, executive communications, founder visibility, marketing strategy, and leadership positioning with a speciality in women’s leadership and human behavior.

Paul Davis FCMA CGMA FIMCA helps business owners see what others miss – and act on it. With over 25 years’ experience, Paul works with business owners to navigate growth, complexity, and decisions where the way forward isn’t always clear. Paul’s work is built on the belief that most business challenges are misunderstood at a surface level – and that real progress comes from seeing what is actually driving them. Combining deep commercial expertise in finance, governance, and business growth with an ability to quickly see what is really going on beneath the surface, he helps clients gain clarity, make confident decisions, and move forward with purpose and direction. His approach integrates both analytical and intuitive insight – working across the visible structure of a business and the less obvious factors that influence performance, leadership, and results. Often described by clients as a “game-changer” and “someone who sees what others don’t”, Paul acts as a trusted advisor to business owners both nationally and internationally. He is also the creator of The Genius Code™ – a blueprint for personal mastery – and an award-winning business growth consultant, author of 5 international best-selling books, and a sought-after speaker on business, performance, and the role of intuition and spirituality in decision-making and success. Helping you build a Better Business, a Better Life and a Better World

Founder of Keva Epale Studio, a branding and storytelling house for creatives and entrepreneurs. Keva Epale is an illustrator, brand designer, and writer who uses illustration as a strategic language to build meaningful brand worlds. She infuses strategy, emotion, and lived experience as a red thread throughout her identities, content, and products, helping her clients stand out with vision, clarity and creative confidence. Her studio bridges creative direction, visual storytelling, and product design with a desire to empower others to think, play, build, and lead their worlds.

Tahseen Abdullah is the founder of Scripto Agency, a USA-based web design and SEO agency serving small businesses since 2023. He has delivered 100+ WordPress websites across California and New York, helping clients rank on Google and AI search platforms. Specializes in affordable web design, local SEO, and WordPress development.

Lee Calisti, AIA, simply loves being an architect.Spend a few minutes with Lee and one will quickly conclude how he begins each project with his pro-active and energetic method as well as his distinctive attention to detail. It should be evident that he will devote that energy and attention to detail to your project. Regardless of the project size or type, he searches to find exciting aspects within each design to celebrate. Given the opportunity, he is capable of finding unexpected solutions to complex issues that meet the client’s needs and budgets but exceed their expectations.Specialties: Commercial + Institutional projectsSingle family + Multi-family projectsAdaptive re-use + New construction Private clients, institutions and community groups