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WELCOME TO THE NESS BRAND STUDIO

The Ness Brand Studio | Vanessa Gatlin
The Ness Brand Studio | Vanessa Gatlin

what we do

At The Ness Brand Studio, we are masters of the “-ness”, the art of distilling your brand to its purest form and then infusing it with the power to create memorable and impactful marketing strategies. We understand that your brand's success lies in capturing the essence of what makes it unique, and that's where we come in. Our team of experienced marketers specializes in the -ness of words and concepts. We uncover the core elements that define your brand and transform them into inflectional forms of marketing brilliance. Using brand strategy and intention, we help make your brand come alive, from language to visual identity, ensuring your brand experience is driven by positive impact and how it makes people feel. 

Based in Boston, our digital brand studio has served both product and service-based clients across the United States in industries from personal wellness to community well-being.

Whether you're just starting or looking to revamp your brand, The Ness Brand Studio is here to help you explore, express, and extend the essence of your business.

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    “Vanessa is a true professional! Smart, intelligent and has great ideas as a strategist, brand expert and social media creative. We've worked together for several years now, and I am thrilled...I highly recommend Vanessa!”

    Liz Brunner, Communications Expert

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    “Detail orientated, very thorough [and was] really able to capture my personality...She also made me realize how much I undervalue my skills in the industry...forever grateful!

    Thomas Dill, Hospitality Professional

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    “Vanessa is terrific. She understood right away what I was trying to accomplish, what I was trying to message, and my voice. So, not only do I feel like we are on the same wavelength, her enthusiasm for MY project is authentic and inspiring!”

    Barbara Feldman, Higher Education Consultant

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    “…You put so much hard work into this project. You really exceeded my expectations!”

    Dr. Naomi Levy Goldman, Dentist

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    “Recommendations and breakdown of data were so detailed and helpful. Vanessa is clear, concise, and communicative.”

    Veronica Nunes-Green, Make-up Artist

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    “…I could tell that her passion for what she does is unmatched to anyone I have ever worked with. Vanessa is not just a creative genius, but also incredibly thoughtful, kind, and attentive to every detail. She catches so many things that I don’t and is incredibly thoughtful with all of the suggestions she makes and the work does…”

    Toni P., Wellness entrepreneur

OUR SERVICES

Celebrate your unique brand experience by translating your essence into a digital presence that feels aligned to your mission and appeals to your audience. We craft tailored content plans that amplifies your brand.

Short- or long-term creative support designed around your unique goals and value-based outcomes. Our team provides innovative solutions to elevate your brand or business.

We dive deep into your company's values, target audience, and market positioning to craft a comprehensive strategy that resonates with your ideal customers and sets you apart from the competition.

F E A T U R E D   C L I E N T S …

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MEET THE FOUNDER

The Ness Brand Studio | Vanessa Gatlin

Vanessa has been curating her own brand since launching her lifestyle blog in April 2012. Ranked three times in the top five by The Boston A-List, Vanessa has contributed content, managed accounts, and consulted on projects for various channels in the beauty, hospitality, wellness, travel, fashion, and government/ political industries.

She is a 2011 graduate of Emmanuel College in Boston and accepts clients in the Greater Boston area and beyond.

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