Raise your hands, if this is YOU...
You love your business so much that you think about it before your feet hit the floor each morning.
We’re right there with you.
Being moderately obsessed comes with the territory of going against the corporate grain and building your business from the ground up. Of course, at The Brand Brew, our thoughts mostly revolve around our clients – helping them stand out with a captivating brand that converts.
When we can take clients from thinking, “I’m not crazy about my branding” to “My branding has changed EVERYTHING in my business!” … then all is right in the world again.
More about us...
We’re a collaborative, multidisciplinary brand agency based in Waterdown, Ontario, serving both local and remote clients. We offer a full-service experience, specializing in strategy-led brand development, website design, and full-launch solutions to bring bold brands to life.
If you’re looking for a true strategic partner – not just a one-off contractor for that odd job – we’re here to support you and treat your business like it’s our own.
What's in a name? Absolutely everything.
Brand
noun: a publicly distinguished identifying mark for a product service or concept.
Brew
verb: to make, devise, or plan.
noun: a commonplace British term for a cup of tea.
With our British roots, our love of tea, and our belief that thoughtful strategy is essential to an accomplished brand, we’re here to help you brew up the ideal blend to steep your success.
Are we the right blend?
Like tea and sugar, the right combination can be a powerful thing. We love working with decisive entrepreneurs who give objective feedback, instead of simply executing their vision.
While our clients are multifaceted, they have these key traits in common: they are kind, mission-minded business owners who are keen on making the world a better, happier, and more inclusive place.
No matter the industry, if you are excited to invest in elevating your brand, we might just be a great fit!
What we brew, propels brands forward.
01.
Everything you need,
all under one roof
We offer a full-service, end-to-end experience. It is imperative that every project has that cohesive, refined aesthetic. Balance is key, and every tiny detail matters.
02.
Redefine with
strategy-led design
Our methodology provides a solution-based approach. Propelled by strategy, our design delivers a creative visual landscape that emulates your authentic brand.
03.
Collaboration is our secret sauce
Open communication is at the core of everything we do, which is why we’re all ears. We listen to your ideas and opinions incorporating them to create exceptional results.
04.
Process
makes perfect
Our process is highly comprehensive and organized, allowing us to condense all those fantastic ideas into one cohesive and intentional concept – your brand. Trust the process!
05.
Transparency is our cup of tea
Transparency is the name of the game in every correspondence and action. You won’t find a “yes” person here. We ask the tough questions because we value integrity.
06.
Teamwork makes the dream work
What we do takes more than one person. From strategists to copywriters to developers, every task is executed with expertise. Talented specialists, all in one multidisciplinary team.
Becoming your true business partner is our thing.
Around here, we're long-term relationship types. We will work together for weeks or months on end, to dive deeply into your brand and serve you best. That’s why it’s so important to get the fit right – on both sides.
Meet the {multidisciplinary} team
Jessica Plant
Creative Director
"Be bold or italic, never regular." — Anonymous
Design and function are a powerful combination. Jessica makes this a reality in every strategy developed, pouring passion and integrity into everything she does. A designer, strategist, and brand ambassador, Jessica’s career began in publishing followed by consumer packaged goods. As she developed skills in the marketing world, she had other ideas brewing. After 10 years, Jessica’s entrepreneurial aspirations were realized. Soon she was the owner of a highly sought-after brand studio, which evolved into The Brand Brew.
Active in the community as a Waterdown BIA Marketing Committee volunteer and a Mohawk College student mentor. Jessica spends her days advocating for women in business and guiding and supporting passionate entrepreneurs on a journey toward strategic branding that is both empowering and transformative.
Kimberley Fowler
SEO + Content Strategist
"The worst enemy to creativity is self-doubt." — Sylvia Plath
An experienced writer, editor, strategist and teacher, Kimberley began her career in the publishing industry back in 2005. With a Master of Arts in English and a Bachelor of Education, she has a solid understanding of the fundamentals of language. Driven by her passion for the written word, Kimberley is a creative spirit with an imaginative soul. Kimberley takes the time to listen, connect with, and truly understand so that she can authentically tell brand stories in a voice that feels like their own. A strong advocate for the reader and end-user, Kimberley puts the audience first which results in copy that generates leads, converts customers, and forges lasting brand connections.
Leanne Robertson
Copywriter
"Think before you speak. Read before you think.”
— Fran Lebowitz
Driven by a love of communication and the written word, Leanne has a fondness for nurturing a brand’s personality and voice while connecting with the desired audience. Her degree in Foreign Languages and Linguistics from Wilfrid Laurier University supports her grasp of the nuances of language and her unique vernacular in the world of copywriting. When she’s not behind the keyboard Leanne is travelling to faraway lands, absorbing inspiration and cultivating prose as she goes. Results-driven, she leverages her deep passion for the art of writing to blend creativity with strategy and produce customer-focused, benefit-led copy for brands in any industry.
Brian Roberts
Photographer
“You must expect great things of yourself before you can do them.” — Michael Jordan
A passionate designer, Brian’s inherent curiosity about the traditional film process was ignited by a photography course that launched his personal journey to further hone the technicality of the craft. His hobby soon led to a professional foray into portrait and commercial photography. Brian’s down-to-earth nature and practical approach make clients feel confident and relaxed, allowing their own unique personalities to shine. Always working to represent your authentic style, he strives to showcase your brand in action. Brian’s eye for detail and composition is rooted in formal art and design training and is enhanced by his passion to create flawless, aesthetically pleasing visuals, carefully curated to strengthen marketing and ultimately share your brand’s sincerest visual story.
Kim Love
Junior Graphic Designer
"Do not follow where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." — Ralph Waldo Emerson
With a dedication to learning her craft and refining her skills, Kim has earned her Advanced Diploma in Graphic Design from Mohawk College. She’s a creative through-and-through who loves to stretch her imagination to think beyond the typical boundaries and create unique designs that please the eye while allowing a brand’s true personality to shine. She is as versatile as she is talented, having received her Bachelor of Education in 2012 and worked as an Ontario Certified Teacher in the fields of English, Economics, Career Studies, and History. Not only is she meticulous with the details, but Kim is a pro when it comes to seeing the bigger picture; she focuses on crafting branding that works both today and in the future.