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Working with brands in their formative stages

Naming is hard. We make it easy for you.

If you’ve tried to name your business or product, you know how difficult it can be to find an available name that’s distinctive, attention-getting, and memorable. We’re here to guide you from apprehension and frustration to a name that truly expresses what your brand is all about.

  • Min project size
    $10,000+
  • Hourly rate
    $150 - $199 / hr
  • Employees
    2 - 9
  • Year founded
    Founded 2007

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Branding Focus
Industries
Financial services
25%
Non-profit
20%
Consumer products & services
15%
Manufacturing
10%
Advertising & marketing
5%
Automotive
5%
Education
5%
Legal
5%
Other industries
5%
Real estate
5%
Clients
Midmarket ($10M - $1B)
60%
Small Business (<$10M)
30%
Enterprise (>$1B)
10%

Pricing Snapshot

Min. project size $10,000+
Avg. hourly rate $150 - $199 /hr
Rating for cost 4.8 /5

What Clients Have Said

Pollywog's project costs range from $7,000 to $90,000, with good value for cost noted by clients. They are praised for their thoroughness, flexibility, and ability to meet tight deadlines, making them a strong choice for branding and naming projects.

This summary is based on verified Clutch reviews.

Most Common Project Size

$10,000 - $49,999 based on 29 reviews
< $10,000 $10,000 - $49,999 $50,000 - $199,999 > $200,000

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Pollywog Review Insights

Overall Review Rating

5.0
  • Quality 4.9
  • Schedule 5.0
  • Cost 4.8
  • Willing to Refer 5.0

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Review Highlights

  • Comprehensive and Thorough Methodology

    Pollywog’s comprehensive approach includes extensive research, client interviews, and detailed naming processes. Their method ensures that the final deliverables align with client objectives and market needs.

  • Flexibility and Adaptability

    Clients appreciate Pollywog’s flexibility and willingness to adapt their processes to meet unique client needs. They are open to feedback and adjust their approach to ensure client satisfaction.

  • Effective Project Management and Communication

    Clients consistently praise Pollywog for their excellent project management skills, timely deliveries, and proactive communication. They use tools like Zoom and email to ensure clear and efficient collaboration, keeping all stakeholders informed.

  • Ability to Handle Tight Deadlines

    Pollywog has demonstrated the ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining quality. They have successfully managed projects with demanding timelines, delivering results that meet client expectations.

  • Occasional Feedback Sensitivity

    While generally receptive to feedback, there have been instances where Pollywog's team took constructive criticism personally. However, they adjusted their approach to accommodate client needs effectively.

  • High Client Satisfaction and Long-term Impact

    Clients report high satisfaction with Pollywog’s work, noting the long-term positive impact on their businesses. Many clients have experienced increased brand recognition and business growth following Pollywog’s branding services.

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Program Rebranding & Refining for Mktg & Branding Agency

  • Branding
  • Brand messaging Brand strategy
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • June - Sep. 2024
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"Pollywog made every project easier because they always delivered on the brief."

Jan 21, 2025
Founder, Cate Smith Abbot Consulting, LLC
Cate Abbott
Verified
  • Advertising & marketing
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Phone Interview
  • Verified

Pollywog provided rebranding services for a marketing and branding agency. The team worked with the client's brief and research to refine their program's messaging to tell a better story about its impact.

Brand Naming Services for Destination Marketing Organization

  • Branding
  • Brand messaging Brand strategy Naming Corporate identity
  • $50,000 to $199,999
  • Sep. - Nov. 2023
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"I was impressed with their desire to really get to know us."
Dec 18, 2023
President & CEO, Discover St Louis Park
Becky Bakken
Verified
  • Advertising & marketing
  • Saint Louis Park, Minnesota
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

A destination marketing organization hired Pollywog to come up with a better name for their brand. After establishing the brand essence, the team gave the client three name options with brand stories to choose from.

Branding Services for Branding Agency

  • Branding
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Oct. - Nov. 2022
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"Devon and John worked extremely efficiently."

Dec 7, 2022
Founder, Good People Branding
Betsy Treinen
Verified
  • Advertising & marketing
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

A branding agency partnered with Pollywog for their customer's brand name. After identifying the brand promise, essence, and personality, the team worked accordingly and proceeded with the ideation phase.

Rebranding for Financial Firm

  • Branding
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Apr. - June 2022
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"I was very impressed with the pace of the project and timeliness of completion."

Aug 17, 2022
Financial Advisor, Lifescape Wealth
Brandon Meyer, CFP®, APMA®
Verified
  • Financial services
  • Marshfield, Wisconsin
  • 11-50 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

Pollywog did a rebranding for the client, and after doing background research came up with a name that reflects the culture and mission of the firm.

Market Research for Power & Energy

  • Branding
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Mar. - May 2022
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"Their ability to listen and their creativity made a huge positive impact."

May 18, 2022
President & CEO, Action Battery
Dan Hatch
Verified
  • Manufacturing
  • Somerset, Wisconsin
  • 11-50 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

Pollywog researched and presented several names for a power and energy company's new product, managing the entire process from start to finish.

Branding & Design for SaaS Solutions Company

  • Branding Other Design
  • Brand messaging Naming Product branding Corporate identity
  • $50,000 to $199,999
  • Aug. - Oct. 2021
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

“Their name development process was outstanding — it should be trademarked.”

May 10, 2022
Senior Product Marketing Manager, Agile Frameworks
Laura Holte
Verified
  • Other industries
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • 11-50 Employees
  • Phone Interview
  • Verified

Pollywog provided branding and design services for a SaaS solutions company. They followed a strict name development process until the client chose one, and then they moved on to the logo and visual identity.

Branding for Insurance Firm

  • Branding
  • Naming Corporate identity
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Sep. 2020 - Apr. 2021
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.5
Willing to Refer
5.0

"Pollywog diligently listened to our needs."

Aug 30, 2021
Senior Marketing Manager, Insurance Firm
Anonymous
Verified
  • Financial services
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • 11-50 Employees
  • Phone Interview
  • Verified

Pollywog created an insurance firm's brand name, logo, and brand identity for their holding company. They interviewed stakeholders to come up with a brand name. Two teammates spearheaded the project.

Brand Identity, Naming, & Logo Design for E-Commerce Shop

  • Branding Market Research Other Design
  • Market Research Data Analysis Brand strategy Naming Corporate identity
  • Confidential
  • Sep. 2020 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

“I’m very impressed with their attention to detail and desire to understand our business.”

Mar 2, 2021
President, Mission Ready
Anonymous
Verified
  • Other industries
  • Massachusetts, United States
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Phone Interview
  • Verified

Pollywog handles branding services for an e-commerce business. Implementing market research findings, their team helped ideate and establish the partner's name and brand identity. Now, they're creating a logo.

Naming Services for Emerging Automotive Aftermarket Product

  • Branding
  • Brand messaging Brand strategy Naming Product branding
  • $50,000 to $199,999
  • June - Aug. 2020
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

“Their combination of rigor, methodology, and receptiveness to feedback was really helpful.”

Mar 2, 2021
Global Business Development Manager, 3M
Said AlSalah
Verified
  • Manufacturing
  • Saint Paul, Minnesota
  • 10,001+ Employees
  • Phone Interview
  • Verified

Following an intensive creative and market brief, Pollywog developed 3–4 names for a global conglomerate’s new automotive aftermarket solution. They ensured the names would work well across several cultures.

Content Development for Experience Design Agency

  • Advertising
  • $200,000 to $999,999
  • May 2017 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

“Pollywog really understands the big picture.”

Oct 1, 2019
Account Services Lead, Lorem Ipsum
Beth Hanigan
Verified
  • Other industries
  • Saint Paul, Minnesota
  • 51-200 Employees
  • Phone Interview
  • Verified

Pollywog worked on brand strategy and content creation on behalf of a boutique marketing agency. Their team was responsible for case study content, social media post writing, and more.

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