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The Brand Experience is the Brand.
Since 2002, Starfish has built brand strategy, identity, and advertising under a Brand and Creative Intelligence system, designing brands to perform for people & AI systems alike. It has served 1,000+ companies, including PwC and Dunkin. Best for enterprises wanting branding for AI-era discoverability...
Top Services:
Branding
Logo Design
Creative Services
Graphic Design
Web Design
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$250/hr
Minimal Budget
$50,000 & Up
Portfolios Count
24 Projects Listed
Starfish Branding and Creative Agency Services
Branding
Logo Design
Creative Services
Graphic Design
Web Design
Advertising
Content Marketing
Business Consulting
Package Design
Digital Strategy
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PwC
Gallup
Dunkin'
ADL
Baxter Pharamceuticals
Avis Budget Group
Principal
Samsung
Hologic
Crisil (S&P Global)
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Starfish Branding and Creative Agency Reviews & Testimonials
Undisclosed Software Developer at IT Firm
4.5★
Graphic Design Review from Undisclosed
Starfish has been hired by an IT Firm for graphic design services. They are tasked with creating professional designs that meet the requirements for the software they are developing for their customers. Starfish has developed exceptional graphics, and the client's customers are satisfied with the outcome. The client has also profited enough from the team's designs, which ensures a progressive partnership. Their design are of good quality, and the client is extremely pleased with their services.
John Gamble Engineering Services Manager at Spire Healthcare Group plc
5.0★
Brand Strategy Review from John Gamble
Starfish helped us create our new brand, including a new logo, brand identity and brand guidelines as well as a new company culture (vision, mission, values, and behaviors). Tenet undertook a thorough discovery process involving quantitative and qualitative research, data gathering, a competitive analysis, interviews of internal and external stakeholders, and surveys, which informed the creative process.
Declan Alphonso Supervisor at Tervita Corporation
5.0★
Branding Review from Declan Alphonso
Starfish strategic approach included qualitative and quantitative research, a competitive analysis, and a thoughtful creative process -- blending art and science to deliver excellent results. The team was communicative, flexible, and timely, and they provided outstanding guidance.
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Award-winning, creative studio specializing in branding, web, mobile and design sprints for healthcare, education, legal and financial sectors...
Top Services:
Web Design
Web Development
Product Design
eCommerce Development
WordPress Website Design
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$250/hr
Minimal Budget
$50,000 & Up
Portfolios Count
7 Projects Listed
BeCurious Studio Services
Web Design
Web Development
Product Design
eCommerce Development
WordPress Website Design
UI/UX Design
Graphic Design
Creative Services
Branding
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Marina Bulgari
Telus Health
United Nations
Microsoft
Metechi
Edmunds.com
Louis Vuitton
Lincoln Motors
McGill University
Norris McLaughlin P.A.
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BeCurious Studio Reviews & Testimonials
Ron Wilson CEO at Big Game
4.8★
Product Design Review from Ron Wilson
As a new start-up, BeCurious was the perfect partner to guide us with the development of our branding and product design. Their Design Sprint process, and diverse and experienced team challenged and pushed us to create beyond our original vision. We collectively aligned on our purpose/why, and collaborated to deliver on our mutually aligned outcomes. We're excited to continue working with the BeCurious team as we launch our app and grow our business.
Jade J. Parker CEO at ROJOrganics
5.0★
Web Design Review from Jade J. Parker
The innovation that came out of the discovery call met and exceeded my expectations for design sprint. The BeCurious team elevated my brand, vision, and business as a whole to a level of luxury. Everyone that visits our website always raves about the upscale design and how professional it looks. I would definitely refer other founders to the BeCurious Studio team for their amazing work, and will use them again in the future. Thanks again!
Miro LaFlaga Owner at Six Cinquième
5.0★
Web Development Review from Miro LaFlaga
BeCurious was mandated to handle the development of our new website. They understood exactly what we needed and was transparent with us during the entire process. Thanks to them, we have website that we are confident with and reflect where our company is heading! Thank you BeCurious!
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Transformative Branding & Web Design for Visionary Nonprofits
Specialists in strategic brand building and web design for nonprofits who change systems that help create a more just, equitable, and sustainable world...
Top Services:
Branding
Web Design
UI/UX Design
Logo Design
WordPress Website Design
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$185/hr
Minimal Budget
$50,000 & Up
Portfolios Count
8 Projects Listed
Constructive Services
Branding
Web Design
UI/UX Design
Logo Design
WordPress Website Design
Web Development
Digital Strategy
Design Services
Graphic Design
Creative Services
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Acumen
American Forests
The Aspen Institute
Blue Meridian Partners
Cardiovascular Research Foundation
Cardozo School of Law
Catalyst
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
The Climate Trust
ClimateWorks Foundation
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Constructive Reviews & Testimonials
Clea Bierman Director of Digital Marketing at Blue Meridan Partners
5.0★
WordPress Website Design Review from Clea Bierman
Blue Meridian Partners has worked with Constructive as our website design and development partner for more than eight years. During that time, they have played a significant role in shaping our digital presence and helping bring our brand to life online. What I've appreciated most is Constructive's ability to balance creativity with stewardship. They have consistently found thoughtful ways to push our brand forward when innovation was needed, while also respecting and working intelligently within established brand guidelines. Their team understands how to translate complex ideas into engaging digital experiences. Across dozens of projects, I've worked with three different project managers, and each has been highly accountable and genuinely enjoyable to partner with. The relationships have been professional, collaborative, and built on trust. We've also had several occasions where creative projects required significant work on very tight timelines with little notice, and Constructive consistently found a way to deliver. Like any long-term partnership, navigating complex websites and evolving organizational needs requires ongoing communication and attention. What has kept us coming back year after year is Constructive's commitment to partnership, their willingness to solve problems alongside us, and the care they bring to our mission. I am grateful for their contributions to Blue Meridian's growth and would confidently recommend Constructive to organizations looking for a thoughtful, mission-driven digital agency.
Robert Espinoza Former EVP of Policy at PHI
5.0★
Nonprofits Review from Robert Espinoza
Constructive built PHIs website back in 2017-2018 and, in many ways, they have been with the organization ever since. Over almost eight years, they've grown alongside PHI rather than simply maintaining a site. PHI is a national nonprofit working at the intersection of research, policy, and workforce interventions on the direct care workforce, and a lot of what we do is complicated. Constructive's remarkable team has had a real knack for turning that complexity into something clear, usable, and genuinely engaging online.Some of the things I'm most proud of from our partnership like our worker story gallery, our national resource center on direct care workers, and our online index came out of that collaboration. These weren't just features; they became core parts of how we tell our story and share our work with advocates, policymakers, and practitioners.What made Constructive stand out was how invested they were in our mission. They were creative and technically excellent, yes but more than that, they showed up as a true partner. We didn't experience them as a vendor so much as an extension of our team. I would absolutely recommend them to any nonprofit or social impact organization looking for a thoughtful, dependable digital partner.
Diana Denza, MPA Communications Director at Center for Family Representation
5.0★
Nonprofits Review from Diana Denza, MPA
The Center for Family Representation worked with Constructive on a year-long rebranding process that overhauled our logo, colors, website, and all of our marketing collateral. As a result of this process, we now have a brand that truly represents our organization and the work we do for low-income NYC families. Constructive was highly responsive and professional throughout the process, working with us to ensure that every element of the rebranding felt just right.
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Accelerating Growth Through AI-Powered Performance Marketing
Direct Agents is an independent, minority-owned digital marketing agency that specializes in performance-driven customer acquisition solutions. Founded by first-generation immigrants, Direct Agents celebrates its 19th year in business this year...
Top Services:
Digital Marketing
CRO
PPC
Social Media Marketing
eCommerce
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Average Hourly Rate
$250/hr
Minimal Budget
$50,000 & Up
Direct Agents Services
Digital Marketing
CRO
PPC
Social Media Marketing
eCommerce
Advertising
SEO
eCommerce Development
Creative Services
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