design that sparks change

STRATEGIC BRANDING FOR BOLD THINKERS AND RULE BREAKERS. - section height 80

Let’s create something worth talking about.

what it’s like working together

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I’m your strategic partner who pushes boundaries and challenges assumptions. Expect direct communication, strategic depth, and a healthy push beyond safe choices to build something truly remarkable.

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  • A close-up image of a person’s hand feeding a dog against a dark background. The text "UNDER DOGS LONG BEACH" is prominently displayed overlaid on the image.

    Underdogs longbeach

    BRAND + WEB

  • Lit candle in black holder surrounded by purple and white flowers on dark fabric background.

    Black rose candle

    STRATEGY + BRAND + PACKAGING

  • Person lacing red roller skates with teal laces, wearing yellow socks with black stripes, on asphalt. Text "Sweet Potato Social" overlays the image.

    Sweet potato social

    BRAND + WEB

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  • BRAND STRATEGY WORKSHOP

    Three days of raw, unfiltered brand exploration. No bullshit, just breakthrough clarity for your next chapter of growth.

  • Intermediate

    What should we know about the services you provide? Better descriptions result in more sales.

  • Advanced

    What should we know about the services you provide? Better descriptions result in more sales.

"Melissa doesn’t just create pretty brands…

she builds strategic foundations for business growth. She heard things in my statements that I wasn’t even able to extract from my own words. Her ability to take broad, sometimes unorganized thoughts and narrow them down to focused, actionable ideas is incredible."

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