Compass Design Inc.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the VP of business development at True North Mergers & Acquisitions. We provide sell-side advisory services to private company founders and family-owned businesses. We specialize in mergers and acquisitions for companies with $1–$250 million in revenue across all industries.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Compass Design Inc.?

We needed help with branding design for our marketing initiatives.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Compass Design Inc. created marketing templates and designs for us.

What is the team composition?

We worked with 2–5 teammates from Compass Design Inc.

How did you come to work with Compass Design Inc.?

A friend who knows the owner referred Compass Design Inc. to us. We chose them over other options because they had high ratings, were close to our geographic location, had pricing that fit our budget, had a great culture fit, offered good value for the cost, and had company values that aligned with ours.

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked together in February 2026.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Compass Design Inc. delivered quality materials for both print and digital use. We also received positive feedback from our clients. The designs embodied our new brand guidelines, allowing us to feel confident in the marketplace.

How did Compass Design Inc. perform from a project management standpoint?

Compass Design Inc. delivered on time. We communicated via virtual meetings and email or messaging apps.

What did you find most impressive about them?

We were impressed by Compass Design Inc.’s creative ability, quality of work, and timeliness.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I didn’t think there was anything they could improve on.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the sales manager of a real estate company. We guide clients in buying, selling, and investing in real estate.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Compass Design Inc.?

We needed help with brand development, finding our voice for our audience, and design and essential marketing build-out.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Compass Design Inc. created our brand guidelines, including logo usage rules, color and typography rules, voice and tone guidelines, do’s and don’ts, and application examples. They also created marketing assets, including website and landing pages, email templates, social media templates, ad creative for paid ads, sales and pitch decks, and print collateral like flyers and signage.

What is the team composition?

We worked with 2–5 teammates from Compass Design Inc.

How did you come to work with Compass Design Inc.?

Someone referred Compass Design Inc. to me. I chose them over other options because they had high ratings, were close to my geographic location, had pricing that fit our budget, had a great culture fit, offered good value for the cost, and had company values that aligned with ours.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent less than $10,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked together from January 2023–January 2024.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Compass Design Inc.’s work led to increased engagement and recognition, which we measured through website visits, social media interactions, and specific feedback from our audience.

How did Compass Design Inc. perform from a project management standpoint?

Compass Design Inc.’s project management was awesome. They were easy to work with and delivered a standout end product. We communicated through in-person and virtual meetings.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Compass Design Inc.’s reliability and ease of knowing that they were taking care of the project were impressive.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, there weren’t any.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm the owner and financial advisor of Elevate Financial, a company that provides holistic financial planning for individuals and business owners. We have a special focus on helping farmers and ranchers manage financial challenges, including estate and succession planning.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Compass Design Inc.?

We needed help with marketing.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Compass Design Inc. has created our entire marketing campaign and helped us find outlets that fit our needs. The team has worked on everything from print to digital materials, including logo advertisements and future farmer client-facing pieces. Compass Design Inc. has also provided consulting services for other companies.

What is the team composition?

We've worked with 2–5 teammates from Compass Design Inc.

How did you come to work with Compass Design Inc.?

I've known Eric since college, and we've worked together for 13 years. He created my brand's logo, so he has been there from the beginning. His attention to detail and creative ideas are wonderful.

How much have you invested with them?

We've spent $50,000 to $199,999.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with Compass Design Inc. in March 2025, and our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

We've gained 5–10 large clients from the articles Compass Design Inc. has created. We've also seen increased brand recognition, website traffic, and revenue growth.

How did Compass Design Inc. perform from a project management standpoint?

Compass Design Inc. is always on time and very professional. We communicate via virtual meetings.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I'm impressed by Compass Design Inc.'s creative ideas and their ability to work with a small team that doesn't feel small.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I don't think there's anything they can improve on.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm the owner of Optimal Chiropractic. We provide advanced chiropractic care in the West Fargo area, using state-of-the-art technology to improve nervous system function and support overall health for individuals and families.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Compass Design Inc. to accomplish for your chiropractic practice?

We needed help with marketing materials. We wanted to portray a specific feel to our patient base through our marketing materials.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Compass Design Inc. has created marketing materials, updated our logo design, and handled mass printing. The team has also created thank-you cards and updated our website.

What is the team composition?

I'm unsure of the team composition.

How did you come to work with Compass Design Inc.?

We found Compass Design Inc. through a referral and a networking group. We chose them over other options because they had high ratings, were close to our geographic location, had pricing that fit our budget, offered good value for the cost, and had company values that aligned with ours.

How much have you invested with them?

The project cost is confidential.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with Compass Design Inc. in January 2018, and our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Compass Design Inc.'s work has improved patient satisfaction, and the quantity of marketing content has increased. We've also received compliments from patients on the quality of the finished product and the website.

How did Compass Design Inc. perform from a project management standpoint?

Compass Design Inc. delivers on time and is very easy to work with. We communicate via email and messaging apps.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I'm impressed with the creativity Compass Design Inc. brings to the project.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I can't think of anything for Compass Design Inc. to improve.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m a real estate broker at Keller Williams Inspire Realty. We help people find their dream homes and investments.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Compass Design Inc.?

I wanted to rebrand my real estate company to reach more homebuyers and investors in a clever way.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Compass Design Inc. has led me in the right direction for online exposure and other ways to get more eyes on my business. The team has delivered a new logo, website, and marketing materials.

What is the team composition?

I've worked with one teammate from Compass Design Inc.

How did you come to work with Compass Design Inc.?

Someone referred Compass Design Inc. to me. I chose them over other options because they were a great culture fit.

How much have you invested with them?

The project cost is confidential.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in March 2026, and the engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

I'm still assessing the project's results.

How did Compass Design Inc. perform from a project management standpoint?

Compass Design Inc. has delivered on time. We communicate via email and messaging apps.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I've been impressed with Eric's communication.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I can't think of anything for Compass Design Inc. to improve.