Levie Branding

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm the founder of a company called Keyma. We're a brand that has created beachwear in the luxury category; our main items are beach bags, beach pouches, ponchos, and beach towels.

What challenge were you trying to address with Levie Branding?

We had the whole concept of our company, but we didn’t have a name, a brand image, or anything. We were new to the States, and we were looking for someone who could take the idea we had in our mind and help us create a brand image in the States focused on the American market without losing the whole vibe of the company.

What was the scope of their involvement?

Levie Branding did naming and branding for us. We only had the idea, and they had to help us create the whole brand. They were very helpful, took us step by step, and told us exactly what we needed to do through an interviewing process.

We also gave them a lot of information about the other companies with similar projects to ours, and they brought it to life through a very successful timeframe — every step was well thought through.

What is the team composition?

I worked with Jose (Partner & Chief Design Officer) and another 3–4 people throughout the project. One person was helping with the logo, someone else with the photos, and another with advice and information regarding the whole branding and the company's look.

How did you come to work with Levie Branding?

I looked through companies, and I liked Levie Branding's website. We interviewed a couple of companies but went with Levie because they were very precise on their timing, the pricing, and the time frame, which won us over.

How much have you invested in them?

We've spent around $20,000 with them so far.

What is the status of this engagement?

I started working with them in September 2021, and the engagement is ongoing.

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

I don’t have any metrics yet because we're now going live. We had a few ups and downs with production because it is overseas, but whoever has seen the site and the branding has told me it is beautiful, and all the marketing agencies have asked me who I have worked with. Even people back in my home country were amazed at how they could take a Greek idea and translate it into an American company.

Overall, they've done an incredible job. There were no alterations to what they sent me, and any changes we had to make were minimal.

How did Levie Branding perform from a project management standpoint?

We speak directly with Jose and also email the group as a whole.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Their communication and commitment to the project are outstanding — they've been able to take my ideas and bring them to life.

Are there any areas they could improve?

They could offer more services, but honestly, I am happy with their work. They've gone above and beyond for me — if I pay them for five things, they'd produce 7–8 deliverables to give me everything I need.

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the associate director of Fountainhead Arts. We’re an arts organization that operates an artist residency, an artist studio complex, and a county-wide open studio event.

I oversee marketing and communications, as well as provide support for fundraising and development.

What challenge were you trying to address with Levie Branding?

We started as a passion project and became a nonprofit only four years ago. We’d never gone through a branding process, and our founder had created our website, so we needed to completely change our look to elevate our brand and position as a premier artist residency. Our alumni are some of the most recognizable names in contemporary art — their work sells for millions of dollars — so we needed a brand to match that prestige.

What was the scope of their involvement?

Levie Branding delivered the full brand, delivering all sorts of creative, including newsletter templates, invitations, business cards, and stationary. We provided most of the copy because we already had that capability in-house and wanted to keep costs down; we didn’t have an unlimited budget. Levie was certainly the creative director behind the branding, however.

We also hired them to build our website.

What is the team composition?

We predominantly deal with Jose, Ali, and Fabiola. Marvin provided some additional creative.

How did you come to work with Levie Branding?

They were recommended to us by one of our board members and became one of four agencies we requested proposals from. We chose them because we liked their presentation and trusted the recommendation we received. Moreover, Levie was able to offer some of their services in-kind, which reduced our bottom line.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent around $10,000­–$15,000 with them.

What is the status of this engagement?

We’ve been working together since March 2021. The branding project was delivered, and because we loved it so much, we’ve established an arrangement where we call on them for key services when we need them.

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

We’ve run a few ad campaigns with design items that Levie furnished, and they have been highly successful. Also, the feedback we’ve received from our community is great; we hear all the time how much people love our brand.

How did Levie Branding perform from a project management standpoint?

It’s very easy to work with them because I can always reach them. We connect whenever we need to, mostly communicate over email, phone calls, and texts.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Our founder and advisor aren’t familiar with the branding process, so Levie’s handholding was very helpful and thoughtful.

A lot of agencies will forget that the client needs to come first and that they have to bend and shift to deliver on the client’s needs. Levie doesn’t get proud with their creative and fight you on changes; they’re adaptable and flexible. Even when it’s last minute, they’ll respond to our needs. They excel at meeting the client where they are.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I don’t think so. They’ve done everything well, including the hand off.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Come to the table with a good sense of what you want your brand to be. It’s especially important to have concrete examples of what you want them to deliver.

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the owner and CEO of the company.

For what projects/services did your company hire Levie Branding?

We hired Levie Branding to help us with our rebranding and marketing strategy.

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

Levie Branding was referred to us by mutual friends. We looked them up, saw their work and their credentials and decided to give them a call. Jose and Tia made us feel really at ease with the whole process.

Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project.

We got in contact and described our needs and wants. We gave Levie Branding a document with our goals, our identity, and our philosophies. We showed them our work and where we wanted to head to. They gave us feedback on what would be the best way to portray ourselves and began working on our rebranding. After a couple of revisions, we had a new Logo, a new Website, and a new marketing strategy that we were happy with.

How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

We worked with 4 people. Tia and Jose, owners, and Ali and Fabi who were in charge of the designs.

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

We have a new working website with our desired identity. We have a new marketing strategy that already reflects new and higher traffic to our site.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

It was very effective. They were always available whenever we had questions and solved them right away over the phone or video call.

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

The personalized way they worked with us. It really felt like a custom service that cared for our company and saw us as individuals and not just as another client. We felt taken care of.

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

We honestly think they did an amazing job, and we were completely happy with their services.

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the Founder of a staffing company that partners with organizations in the HealthTech, GreenTech, and SpaceTech sectors.

For what projects/services did your company hire Levie Branding?

Branding, web strategy and design, logo, business cards

How did you select this vendor?

We hired Levie Branding because of their reputation in the industry, quick turnaround times, and professionalism.

Describe the scope of their work in detail.

After a thorough consultation, guided by an original framework, the Levie team hit the ground running with creative brainstorming and content ideation. They developed the brand image and logo from scratch, the website, and marketing collateral.

What was the team composition?

I worked closely with the two lead strategists/founders. They also have a social media strategist and a designer.

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

Many of our customers comment on the original and unique design of the logo and website, which is a testament to the agencies work. We've seen great reward and return on this investment - as its established our credibility in the industries we serve.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

We had weekly meetings with the founders to go over progress and align on next steps. Additionally, we communicated over email regularly for updates. For each step, they would ask for our feedback and implement it quickly.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Founders, Tia and Jose Nava, are efficient, have brilliant ideas, and most of all, they’re extremely fun to work with. They understood my vision and my business because they spent countless hours enveloping themselves in it. In a world where personal attention and time given are rare commodities, Levie is head and shoulders above the rest in customer service. I was completely blown away by their thoughtful approach and genuine dedication to meet project deadlines on time. I highly recommend partnering with them if you are starting a new venture or looking into refreshing your brand. You’ll propel your business to new heights, guaranteed.

Is there any area for improvement or anything that could have been done differently?

There is nothing that I would suggest to be done differently. I really enjoyed the process.

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the co-founder and CEO of a craft spirits brand. We are available on shelves in over 350 locations in FL, NY and SoCal, as well as online nationwide. I oversea production, distribution and our online advertising.

For what projects/services did your company hire Levie Branding?

Levie branding has grown with us and helped us transition our business from the natural beverage space into the spirits industry. With that came a need for redesigning our product packaging, website, brand decks, marketing collateral, merch and more.

What were your goals for this project?

To transition our brand into a new phase, one that's more mature and elevated.

How did you select this vendor?

I met Jose in real life and he remained in contact with me for many months before a project worked out together. That's one of Jose's greatest skills... communication. Once we started off with one project, we loved the work and the level of attention it got that we continued to bring new projects to Levie.

Describe the scope of their work in detail.

On our recent brand audit and rebrand work, Jose came to meet with us in person to deep dive into our current positioning and brand assets, and discuss our new outlook for the brand, inspiration, messaging etc.

He sat with our creative directer and myself, we literally put it all out on the table (print outs of everything) to have visuals of the transgression over time. From there we pinpointed the direction and Jose got to work. From there we continued collaborating remotely and got to where we felt we had nailed the brand assets perfectly.

What was the team composition?

I worked directly with Jose, the partner.

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

Our new brand identity is what draws people to our product and they really love it. Our nuanced take on 1980's Miami is well understood and appreciated.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

As mentioned, Jose is highly communicative and will keep you posted along the way as he works on your project. He'll call you with questions and multiple drafts of his work. From there you'll discuss how to move forward and he'll have a finished product for you in no time.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

I truly enjoy working with Jose and Tia. I'm impressed by their professionalism, communication skills, and of course, their technical skills. It's a pleasure finding teams to work with that take the time to understand your need and will dedicate time to bring your vision to life.

Are there any areas for improvement?

I've watched Le Vie grow from their early stages to a more comprehensive agency now. I look forward to seeing them grow even more!

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the founder and principal at Breadth Marketing.

For what projects/services did your company hire Levie Branding, and what were your goals?

We worked with Levie to develop new branding for four virtual restaurant concepts. They delivered excellent work at great value, really a pleasure to work with Jose and his team. We will continue to work together on future projects and would recommend Levie for any branding project anyone may have.

How did you select this vendor?

Referral. Then we worked in the past for different projects.

Describe the scope of their work in detail, including any steps and the final deliverables.

Develop brand elements for four new virtual restaurant concepts.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

Two

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

The new virtual restaurant concepts are about to launch., but the branding came out great. The chances for success here will be attributed to the restaurants operations but they have head start for truly establishing these brands.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

Easy to work with, lots of attention to detail.

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

They get what you are trying to do really fast. They understand branding and the value it has. They are very easy to work with and extremely professional.

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

No.

Please describe your company and your position there.

CEO of a beverage brand

For what projects/services did your company hire Levie Branding, and what were your goals?

We created a new brand from scratch, targeting beverage industry.

How did you select this vendor?

We found over 5 companies and selected Levie based on their great portfolio and first connect.

Describe the scope of their work in detail, including any steps and the final deliverables.

Great creative framework and detailed brief.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

Co-founder Jose was our key point of contact, funneling our requests to the rest of the team.

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

Everything was delivered on time and above expectations.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

They were readily available whether by email, text or phone.

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

Their agility was impressive. 

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

Keep up the amazing work!

Please describe your company and your position.

Executive Vice President

For what purpose did your company hire Levie Branding?

Brand refresh and redo website

What were your goals for this engagement?

Refresh our brand with a timeless brand yet modern

How did you select this vendor?

we interviewed 7+ companies, we made a decision based on industry expertise and existing portfolio.

Describe the engagement in detail.

We approached Levie for our 15 year anniversary brand refresh and website update, and they executed our vision flawlessly. Not only they took the time and energy to understand our own particular vision, but they translated that into a website that we now feel captures the essence of our company.

Most importantly, we now have a brand and assets that feel timeless as well as modern. We are very happy with our new brand!

What percentage did Levie Branding take in commission?

They took a flat fee

What was the team composition?

We had Jose lead the assignment

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

We now have a modern updated website that is top of the line in our industry

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Seamless

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their industry expertise and well thought out designs impressed us

Are there any areas for improvement?

Everything was perfect

Please describe your company and your position there.

Charlie Woods DJ Booking agency. Delivering hospitality, music, ambiance and memorable auditory experience that pairs tastefully for special events, lively Sunday brunch or easy weekday night.

For what projects/services did your company hire Levie Creative?

Web design

What were your goals for this project?

more audience

How did you select this vendor?

Reviews and comments, google search.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

We loved working with Levie. We needed help with branding and web design for our music booking agency, and they took our vision and worked with us to bring it to life. Throughout the creative process they were very transparent and communicative, asking questions and looking to understand our vision for the business.

What was the team composition?

They basically gave our business an incredible identity and an online home through their branding and website. We would highly recommend their services!

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

More likes on my social media pages.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Always on point.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their creativity sets them apart.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Not under my point of view

Please describe your company and your position there.

Founder & CEO

For what projects/services did your company hire Levie Creative?

We hired Levie to help us design the branding for two of our businesses, an HR company (Ocean Recruiting) specializing in recruiting serving Fortune 500's in the food and beverage space, and another business (CleanShake) that is a nutrition brand selling to consumers and retailers.

What were your goals for this project?

To develop brands that create deeper relationships with our clients and that can stand out in the market, while staying authentic to our values.

How did you select this vendor?

We interviewed various top firms around South Florida and from the first conversation we could tell Levie was very different – asking lots of questions instead of just pitching ideas.

Describe the scope of their work in detail.

We hired Levie to do some branding work, we didn't really know what that entailed. They walked us through their process and, through it, we learned a lot about ourselves and how we approach our business. They did an in-depth strategy framework, then developed our identity materials, stationery, website, and in the case of our product line, they worked on the packaging and brochures.

What was the team composition?

We worked directly with Jose and Tia, the main partners in the firm, and they were our point of contact through the duration of the project.

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

Since working with Levie, we have launched multiple brands together over the years and our customers are very impressed with everything from our brand to our sales materials and packaging. Highly recommend them for anyone who not only cares about design, but also about the high-level thinking that happens behind putting a good product and a brand that people want to connect with on an emotional level.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The synergy was great and really easy. Even in moments when there was constructive feedback to address, they handled it attentively and with care. I feel positive about saying that they really are relationship-driven people.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their communication style and transparency through the overall process.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We were very impressed with all their work and their process, can't think of anything in particular to improve.