Fifteen4

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Former VP of Marketing of Bolt

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Bolt has a one-click checkout technology and a network of checkout ready shoppers. Instead of forcing shoppers through checkout experiences with logins and endless form fields, it offers a fast, one-click experience that works with a click. Customers include merchants like Revolve, Casper, and Benefit Cosmetics.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Fifteen4 to accomplish?

• Raise Awareness
• Explain how the product works

SOLUTION

How did you find Fifteen4?

• Referral
• Other

Why did you select Fifteen4 over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Fifteen4 were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Bolt’s explainer video series breaks down how Bolt works for merchants in a simple, engaging way. Each video walks through the seamless checkout experience, showing how Bolt makes shopping faster and easier for customers while helping retailers boost conversions and build lasting relationships. The video had clear visuals and straightforward storytelling. These videos highlight the real value of Bolt—frictionless checkout, shopper recognition, and a better buying experience for everyone.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

This video series had a strong impact, generating engagement and positive word-of-mouth among our target merchants. For our KPIs we measured views and overall engagement for each video. Additionally the Sales teams reported that the videos became a valuable tool in their conversations, helping to drive interest and explain a pretty complex technology. Overall, the explainer series helped increase awareness, accelerate sales conversations, and reinforce Bolt’s brand as a leader in one-clcik checkout.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Fifteen4’s project management was great from start to finish. They kept everything organized and on track using Monday.com, ensuring we had clear visibility into key milestones throughout the project. Their approach was seamless—simple, intuitive tools made it easy to provide feedback on each video. We had a dedicated project manager that was fantastic, always keeping us aligned with deadlines and budget while proactively addressing any needs that came up. Every step of the process felt smooth and well-managed, making it a truly collaborative and stress-free experience. They delivered on time, met all our expectations, and made the entire project feel effortless.

What was your primary form of communication with Fifteen4?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What impressed me most about Fifteen4 was their professionalism, creativity, and storytelling ability. From the start, they listened to our ideas and transformed them into something even better—bringing our vision to life in a way that felt both strategic and engaging. They have a great ability to craft a compelling narrative that helped make the videos not just informative, but also impactful and memorable. The team’s attention to detail, seamless collaboration, and ability to capture our message made working with them a fantastic experience.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Fifteen4 could have done differently?

Honestly, everything about our experience with Fifteen4 was seamless—there’s nothing I’d change and have used them on additional projects. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Executive Director of C-IMPACT

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a nonprofit with a mission to make the world a better place by organizing and supporting collaboratives of other cross-sector, local-led organizations that provide human services to people and communities in order to achieve a more coordinated and impactful system that helps both those being served and the often resource constrained organizations serving them. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Fifteen4 to accomplish?

• Engage public audiences
• Convey specific information
• Increase awareness and adoption of public policy initiatives

SOLUTION

How did you find Fifteen4?

Referral

Why did you select Fifteen4 over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Fifteen4 were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

15Four has been an incredible partner on multiple projects across different organizations I've led over the years. I first began working with them while I was part of the Johns Hopkins Center for Technology in Education, where we engaged their services to completely overhaul the Maryland Learning Links website - a state-of-the interface for promoting information and best practices around special education and early intervention in partnership with the Maryland State Department of Education. 15Four was engaged to revamp the site from a previous developer; bringing a modern backend architecture; engagement strategy; creating new content that was captivating and designed to be cross-platformed from our site to an integrated social presence; and to build a series a custom apps that would be housed within the site. They did all of this remarkably fast; expertly; and at a very reasonable cost. Additionally, their expertise in communications led us to utilize their services for multiple major public addresses, where their team was brought in to help shape both the messaging and the medium of delivery, helping to elevate what would have been traditionally static presentations into memorable, thoroughly engaging experiences that left our audiences talking for months. At the same time, they taught us how to leverage the assets we created for these events into content that fed our web and social strategies, helping to maximize the value of our production dollars. As I eventually founded another organization called the IDEALS Institute, 15Four remained a trusted partner for strategic consultation on how to scale our organization and message our services to future clients about how we could work with them. Now, as I have launched a new nonprofit, I look forward to future collaborations. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We had multiple: 

A revamped and completely redesigned website that was lightyears beyond the previous iteration

The engagement metrics were through the roof in pre-post measures

We could now track how people engaged with our content across mediums - social, email, and then followed back to the site, vice versa, and/or shared - all of those were up.

A guided marketing strategy they helped design in partnership with my team also reinforced all increased traffic

We had an asset library of content - even on limited budgets - as they guided us into how to stretch our dollars and create multiple pieces of content from the same media; how to leverage deliverables into multiple purposes; and how to implement a more manageable production model that was sustainable

We had multiple, large-scale, public events that were extremely well-received, for VIPs - that then perpetuated new business opportunities

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Fifteen4 was the most organized company I have ever worked with. They used a dedicated client manager model who served as the main point of contact, with then specific contacts by project specialization, who all were coordinated by an overall executive. Deliverables were on-time, in-budget, and when ever there were questions, they were highly responsive. 

What was your primary form of communication with Fifteen4?

• In-Person Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The company culture was the most attractive. They promoted a culture that valued their employees - honored creativity - was welcoming and non-stifling - yet still maintained high productivity and excellence. 

Are there any areas for improvement or something Fifteen4 could have done differently?

We worked with them at a time of growth for their company, and that was exciting and of course, there were some adjustments they needed to make as they reoriented from a mid to large firm. But they did that remarkably well while still maintaining their core culture and responsiveness. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Sr. VP of Marketing of W Energy Software

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

W Energy, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is revolutionizing the oil and gas industry with a fully integrated, cloud-based software solution for upstream and midstream oil and gas companies. W Energy's Stream+ software platform offers a fully integrated suite of Upstream modules covering accounting, land management, production, and field service operations, while midstream operators can access fully integrated plant accounting, pipeline accounting, and land management solutions. Countless energy professionals turn to W Energy to help their businesses adapt, grow, and become more profitable. As the energy industry evolves, so does W Energy; the company continuously refines its platform to empower today's needs and tomorrow's advancements.   
Visit us at www.wenergysoftware.com to see how we’re shaping the future of energy operations

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Fifteen4 to accomplish?

• Overall New Brand
• Logo redesign
• New website

SOLUTION

How did you find Fifteen4?

Referral

Why did you select Fifteen4 over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Fifteen4 were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The best way to describe it was starting with a complete rebrand, a new name, a new logo, and everything. We then took on the new website design and completed the redesign from the ground up. Custom creative with clay models, they built the site in-house, and the designer filled it in. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We are on file with our new Brand and Website. Site visits were up 167%, and revenue growth of 120%.  It has been incredible! 

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Steve, Nick, and Alex are the best in the business. They worked with us daily as the project unfolded and were there with us through each process step. No one is better in thsi space !!!!

What was your primary form of communication with Fifteen4?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Creativity - amasing ideas based on data 

Technical competency is 10+ 

Are there any areas for improvement or something Fifteen4 could have done differently?

None 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Chief Brand Officer of Gravie

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Gravie is a health benefits company helping small and midsize businesses provide affordable, high-quality coverage.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Fifteen4 to accomplish?

• Reimagine our website
• Client documentaries

SOLUTION

How did you find Fifteen4?

Referral

Why did you select Fifteen4 over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Fifteen4 were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Reimagining our website and helping bring our client success stories to life through compelling storytelling.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We delivered all asssets on time and on budget.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

VERY strong project management that helped keep everyone and everythig aligned.

What was your primary form of communication with Fifteen4?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

I'm impressed by their great people, tons of creativity, easy to work with.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Fifteen4 could have done differently?

No

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the VP Global Marketing of BlackSky, Ciena

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Earth Observation satellite constellation network.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Fifteen4 to accomplish?

• Brand Strategy
• Product and Service Naming
• Creative Digital Assets

SOLUTION

How did you find Fifteen4?

Cold Call presentation

Why did you select Fifteen4 over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned
• Great creative and strategic guidance

How many teammates from Fifteen4 were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Very strategic research, audits and execution outlines for a global satellite business.  Fifteen4 also managed many creative executions. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

• Brand Audit and Competitive Positioning
• Web Analytics
• Customer Journey and Content Distribution

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Fifteen4 never missed a deadline and never presented budget/billing surprises.

Over the years, I've completed 100+ individual global projects with the team and have always been delighted with the communication, conversation and final deliverables.

In fact, every primary deliverable exceeded my expectations.

Fifteen4 understands their reputation rests on the quality of the team they present on any project.

The entire business is staffed by superstars at every level.

More importantly, they are good people you enjoy being around.

Finally, everyone should get the chance to meet Steve Smallman, principal, as he is undoubtedly in the Pantheon of Brand Creatives.

What was your primary form of communication with Fifteen4?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Fifteen4 combines a keen sense of consistently high strategy with a deep, creative soul. There is no "bait and switch" in which the department leads give a presentation and then hand it off to low-experience staff. The agency leaders who show up to your meetings are the ones doing the work.

I also found they dealt with controversy and constructive criticism extremely well.  

More importantly, they "show" brilliantly and establish instant credibility with executive teams.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Fifteen4 could have done differently?

Not really.  They collectively challenge conventions and standards all the time.  I've always held them in the highest regard.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the head of marketing of Tribunus Health.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Healthcare provider, consulting, and payer contract negotiations.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Fifteen4 to accomplish?

• Brand Refresh
• New Website

SOLUTION

How did you find Fifteen4?

Referral

Why did you select Fifteen4 over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit

How many teammates from Fifteen4 were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We partnered with the agency to refresh our brand identity, including logo, colors, fonts and templates. Following the brand refresh, they redesigned and developed a new marketing website inclusive of added pages, content, forms, and functionality. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Projects delivered on time. Increase in web traffic. Increase in public perception of value through branding.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Clear, consistent communications. Defined deliverable timelines. They were responsive and professional while also being approachable and friendly.

What was your primary form of communication with Fifteen4?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their internal alignment and shared knowledge.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Fifteen4 could have done differently?

Assigned/set deliverables for our team more in advance to ensure no delays.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Business Operations of Hydropoint

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Refurbish hydroelectric power plants

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Fifteen4 to accomplish?

• improve SEO
• redesign website

SOLUTION

How did you find Fifteen4?

Personal sales call/email, already knew owner

Why did you select Fifteen4 over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned
• Trusted owners

How many teammates from Fifteen4 were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Brand narrative revision

• Completed brand narrative
• Stakeholder interviews/meetings

Content revision strategy

• Content revision strategy
• Site map

Content and code revisions

• Content revisions
• Desgn revisions
• Code changes

Training on how to edit website

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Brand narrative

Site Map

Finished product

Training

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Yes, on time. Did very well to remind me of our deadlines. Very responsive.

What was your primary form of communication with Fifteen4?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

How they quickly found the right voice of our company in the brand narrative.

Personable and relatable team.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Fifteen4 could have done differently?

None that come to mind.