Storm Brain

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the sales and marketing manager for a local distributor of spray and fluid handling equipment. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Storm Brain?

We had an old website in need of a redesign.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to refresh and launch a brand-new website for our company.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

I contacted and interviewed five local companies that advertised web design.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

We decided not to modify our existing website but instead to start from scratch. Storm Brain came up with ideas that fit exactly what we were looking for. With only a few modifications, they launched the new website on schedule.

What was the team composition?

We worked with Blake directly with inputs from his team.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

Storm Brain designed our website so that we no longer have to continually change the subject matter or update it every month. The design is fresh and professional-looking.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

We had direct communication with our project manager and found it very easy to communicate our ideas to him. We only had three revisions before we launched the website.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Storm Brain was very easy to work with. They listened to every idea and improved upon them to a level we never expected.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We’ve had a few minor changes, but Storm Brain handled every request efficiently and rapidly.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm an office manager and surgery scheduler for an orthopedic spine surgeon who specializes in minimally-invasive techniques.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Storm Brain?

We hired them to develop and maintain a website with trackable links and data analytics.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to create a website and landing page for the trackable links that we email to patients.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We considered several companies but loved how easy it was to communicate with our representative at Storm Brain. We appreciated his fast responses and the sharpness of their sample websites.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

They developed and maintained our website. We also needed to see if these patients forward the links to their family and friends, so we could gauge whether the links are good marketing.

What was the team composition?

So far, we have only dealt with one contact. The size of the team hasn't changed.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

With data analytics, we can see that people outside the country are clicking on our trackable links. This means that our current patients are forwarding these links to family and friends outside their hometown, which is our goal. We can see how many people visit our website, what devices they use, and where they are located.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

We simply emailed our contact at Storm Brain to create links for PDFs, and he did so within a day. He also provided information about tracking the links.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The website is professional. We appreciated their extremely quick responses to inquiries and projects.

Are there any areas for improvement?

I can't think of any areas for improvement. They were a good company that was always available for questions.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the owner of Colossus Painting, a professional painting company. We specialize in residential interior and exterior painting, as well as full-scale commercial projects.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Storm Brain?

We brought Storm Brain on for website design, development, and SEO campaign services.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to create a professional website that showcases who we are and what our capabilities are to grow leads and sales.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

They had a great reputation and seemed knowledgeable.

Describe the project in detail.

Storm Brain built a brand-new WordPress website that included new content and photos and a fresh design. Once the site launched, we engaged them for ongoing marketing services, including SEO. They also write and manage our blog and PPC efforts. 

What was the team composition?

We work directly with Blake (Founder, Storm Brain).

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any statistics or metrics that speak to the quality of their work and impact of the engagement?

Our business has doubled in size YoY thanks to Storm Brain’s in-bound lead generation work.

How did the Storm Brain perform from a project management standpoint?

We have a great relationship. They’re always sending us information about our account and projects by phone, email, and text. They’ve delivered on everything within our budget.

What impresses you about Storm Brain?

The growth their tactics continue to spur is outstanding.  

Are there any areas for improvement?

We don’t have any complaints and couldn’t be happier with how our business has grown.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the owner-operator of a home good production company that produces copper kitchen range hoods.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Storm Brain?

We needed e-commerce design, website development, branding, SEO, PPC, and ongoing support, maintenance, and management services.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to increase our online traffic and boost our e-commerce sales.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We found them through a professional referral.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

They developed and designed a new e-commerce site for us, helped us with a new brand design and logo, and have managed a comprehensive SEO and PPC campaign for us ever since. They’ve also provided assistance with maintenance and site management.

What was the team composition?

We’ve worked closely with Leah (CEO, Storm Brain) and Blake (Chief Strategy Officer and Founder) throughout every phase of our relationship.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

We’ve seen a phenomenal increase in our online sales numbers and corresponding growth in our business.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

I can directly contact either the managing director or the chief developer with questions, which has ensured a quick turnaround time. Their communication and receptiveness have been terrific.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They have consistently delivered quality results.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No, we’re completely satisfied.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the owner and founder of a software development and engineering firm.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Storm Brain?

We needed branding for our business and an SEO campaign strategy.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted a cohesive and professional brand identity surrounding our business, including our marketing materials, brand assets, and messaging. We also wanted to bring in more business through digital channels by promoting our online visibility.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

They came recommended in the past, and we worked with them on various projects before this one.

Describe the scope of their work in detail.

They researched our competitors and our target audience, then presented us with various types of creative materials so we could choose a direction. They also conducted market research and SEO auditing before beginning their optimization process and social media campaign based on keywords we provided.

What was the team composition?

We worked with a project manager, a designer, and a creative director.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We’re very pleased with their branding work, and we attribute our continued growth to the brand and the strategies they developed. We’ve received a lot of positive feedback on our brand.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

They were quick to communicate. We felt like their team was part of ours and we always knew what they were working on. We used various platforms and held meetings to track our project milestones.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The creative design is far ahead of anyone else we’ve worked with. They also bring an uncommon level of technical expertise for a branding and SEO agency.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No, we’re very satisfied with this ongoing engagement.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the principal design director of LdG Architecture, a landscape architecture company. Our projects include commercial properties, hospitality, open space concept, and residential.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Storm Brain?

We needed help with web design and development for our website, as well as a general brand refresh.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to give our site a more modern look and feel. The site had to be highly visual, clean, and easy to navigate.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We went through an interview process with local firms. We reviewed their capabilities, timelines, and project budget. Storm Brain was really detailed with their proposal process. They not only understood our vision and direction, but could meet our project requirements from an investment and timeline perspective.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

Storm Brain led a design and branding review for our company, followed by a complete overhaul and redesign of our website. They created a function that allows us to share information about our work by regularly posting updated new content. The new design also better showcases our portfolio of work.

What was the team composition?

We dealt directly with Blake (founder & chief strategy officer, Storm Brain) and the managing director throughout the whole process.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

Industry partners are always complementing our site and the fact that it’s highly visual. We’re able to use the site as a sales tool, showcasing our work and referencing it during all of our preliminary conversations and strategy meetings with new clients. We also get a lot of compliments on our brand and our overall company image.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

They managed the project very effectively. Throughout the process of design and development, we communicated regularly with the Storm Brain team through email or phone. It was nice that we had just one point of contact that took care of us from start to finish.

All of the design assets were provided to us for review and our internal QA. We then sent off feedback and additional direction to their team. It was a time consuming process, but one that was detailed and easy to navigate.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

I was very impressed with their professionalism and efficiency. As someone who understands how difficult it is to reconcile great design and time constraints, it was a great experience working with professionals who deliver on both.

Are there any areas for improvement?

None. Our experience was entirely positive.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the owner of a company that specializes in residential interior and exterior painting as well as full-scale commercial projects.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Storm Brain?

We needed help with website design and development as well as SEO.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to create a professional website that showcases our capabilities in order to increase our sales. We also wanted to move our site onto the first page of Google results.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

They have a great reputation.

Describe the project in detail.

Storm Brain built a new website for our business using WordPress, including the content and design. After the site was launched, we asked them to provide ongoing services, including marketing, SEO campaigns, blog content and management, and paid advertising.

What was the team composition?

My husband and I work with Blake (Chief Strategy Officer & Founder, Storm Brain) and Leah (Author, Storm Brain).

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any statistics or metrics that speak to the quality of their work and impact of the engagement?

Our businesses doubled year over year due to inbound lead generation. They delivered everything we needed within our budget.

How did the Storm Brain perform from a project management standpoint?

We have a great relationship with Blake and Leah. The team is available by phone, email, and even by text—we do a lot of communication that way because it’s easiest on our end. They always send information about our account and our projects.

What impresses you about the Storm Brain?

Their tactics work—our business keeps growing. They are highly knowledgeable.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We don’t have any complaints. We couldn’t be happier with how our business has grown and continues to grow.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I own a residential real estate team. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Storm Brain?

We hired Storm Brain for brand development, including logo design, messaging, typography, and marketing and business collateral design. They've also developed branding guidelines for our digital strategy.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to create an unforgettable brand identity that complied with corporate brand guidelines and appealed to our customers. 

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We found them through a professional referral. After reviewing competitors, Storm Brain clearly understood our business. We knew they could deliver in stages and within our desired investment range.

Describe the scope of their work in detail.

Storm Brain has compiled research on our industry and target audience to understand our business, define our vision, and compare us to the competition. They present multiple designs, then finalize our branding assets after hearing our input. 

What was the team composition?

We work with one designer, and the owners manage our project.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We like and get great feedback on everything they have created! Our brand is well-known in the community, and our image will last for years.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

They deliver quickly, even during the research and discovery processes. Communicating with them is easy, and they are always reachable through phone and email. They offer a personal touch in their services.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

I love their creativity and versatility. They not only assist with traditional branding needs but also explore digital marketing strategies. They're basically a one-stop shop for branding and marketing.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No, we still look to them as a resource.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We’re a volleyball club based in Southern California.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Storm Brain?

Our site communicates who we are, and all of our program offerings, including the ability for our clients to register for programs. We needed a team to redesign and develop it, which included updating our brand identity and image through design, photography, and content strategy. Storm Brain was hired for that web design and development work as well as on-site SEO.

What were your goals for this project?

To find a company that could work with us on a content strategy for the new site and that could deliver a beautiful, clean, and modern website that took our brand image to a new level. We have a number of pages on our site, so we needed a UX-focused design and improved information architecture.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We interviewed a number of providers locally and received project proposals from them.

Storm Brain understood our goals and vision for the new site, and they met us in person to better connect with us. They could offer everything we were looking for within our desired investment range.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

They worked on our website’s design, user experience design, and creative direction in terms of photography and visual assets. They then developed the website, implemented the content strategy, and provided copy editing services.

What was the team composition?

Leah (CEO, Storm Brain) managed the account from a project management standpoint. Her team included two designers and two lead developers, as well as their Chief Strategy Officer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

Our customers provide great feedback on our new website. It brings our online image on par with our capabilities and status in our industry, and better showcases who we are in the marketplace. It’s helped our brand’s reputation and continues to support our growth.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

We communicated through conference calls, meetings, and emails during the different phases and milestones. The project management process was effective and easy to understand.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The communication was open, and they understood our vision. From a design perspective, they nailed it on the first presentation; they put together a site that was exactly what we had wanted.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We were happy with the process and don’t have any areas in which they could improve.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the vice president and co-founder of a private bank in Southern California. We serve private banking clients with traditional solutions, and also specialize in creative funding options for business lending.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Storm Brain?

We hired Storm Brain to design and develop our website. Additionally, our business had been renamed and we changed our image, so we needed them to manage our online rebranding efforts and content development.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to showcase who we are as a leader in the banking industry. Bringing our site content up to date would help reflect our products and services and elevate our online presence.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We interviewed various companies and received proposals from each. Storm Brain was the best fit for our needs and provided strong digital capabilities for our marketing strategy.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

They created an entirely new website on a different platform—they handled the design and development. They led the content strategy process to recreate our brand messaging. Additionally, their team manages site optimization efforts and ongoing digital marketing for our business.

What was the team composition?

Leah (CEO, Storm Brain) is our dedicated account manager and directs her team for us. Our leadership team contributed to the process and the QA phase.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

Our clients love the new site and our business continues to grow. Thanks to the efforts from Storm Brain, we opened a new branch location and can serve more clients with our rebranded image. Our internal team is fully satisfied with the results and the project was necessary for our success.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Having one main point of contact has helped make the process seamless—we don’t have to be heavily involved in the technical work. Storm Brain’s team is directly involved during project milestones.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Storm Brain truly takes the time to understand our business and prioritize the customer. They focus on building the relationship and providing a great personal experience. Their team is also highly skilled with marketing and content services, which makes them stand out from other developers.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We don’t have any suggestions for improvement—we continue to work with them and they’re a great team.