Branding for startups
Don't tell investors what your business is worth. Show them.
You can have the most gamechanging idea your industry has ever seen – but if it’s not packaged, proven, and profitable, it’s almost impossible to turn the heads of an investor. Even before trading begins, it’s crucial to establish a strong foothold that says you’ve done your market research, thoroughly tested your concept, and are confident it’s genuinely feasible. A strong brand can help you do exactly that.
Experienced in supporting companies from pre-seed stage through to Series A and beyond, there’s a reason we’re one of the best branding agencies for startups – our experts know what it takes to drive maximum impact. With our tried and tested process, you can build a standout brand that piques the interest of all the right people, and gets them as excited about your idea as you are. But that’s not all. As your bolt-on brand brand partner, we’ll make sure your toolbox scales with you well into the future too.
Our branding services

Brand workshop

Brand strategy

Brand identity

Brand guidelines

Brand tone of voice

What’s included in our branding package for startups?
To help get your startup out of first gear successfully, our brand package gives you:
A logo – the cornerstone of your brand – in every format you need.
A three-page website that effectively communicates your brand, giving you an online presence and an easy way for customers to get in touch.
An editable pitch deck, perfectly on brand and brimming with all the information an investor will be looking for.
Three social media templates, created in Adobe Express, to make sure any social proofing content mirrors your new brand.
FAQs
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At this stage, you have an exciting idea and need help bringing it to life. You might not even have started trading yet, but a strong brand can bring significant benefits to help you gain traction on the way – making your concept tangible, validating its feasibility, and building all-important trust. Angel investors see so many startups come through their doors each day, you need to show them exactly what makes you different from the rest. You need to be the safe bet they simply can’t turn away. From visuals and values to ultra-targeted messaging, brand is the linchpin that ties everything together.
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Investors don’t expect a fully fledged and finalised branding strategy for startups, but they do expect to see what makes you stand out. So, from your visual identity to your pitch deck to your website, the essentials should work together as a cohesive whole to convey your core message and value proposition. Flexibility is key. Focus on creating a consistent, compelling narrative that highlights your differentiation, even if your brand identity is still evolving.
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Branding is crucial at every startup stage, and it should always be a front of mind for continuous growth. The specific priorities and focus of your branding efforts will, however, differ significantly depending on your current stage and the type of growth you are aiming to achieve. For instance, early-stage startups might prioritise establishing a clear identity and value proposition, while more mature startups could focus on expanding brand reach and refining their market positioning.
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We’ve been there and done it – many times over. Having supported several startups across different growth stages, we know the specific challenges you face at each stage and exactly what it takes to overcome them from a brand perspective. So, you can leave us to do the legwork, while you focus efforts on planning, prepping, and product development. And that’s not all. Because we understand that one size rarely fits all, our branding packages for startups are specifically curated with your budget in mind, giving you a strong foundation without spiralling costs.
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We know you’ll be battling a mountain of challenges at such an early business stage, with a lack of funding being one of the biggest. So, our branding services for startups are purposefully tailored to make the best use of your budget. We know exactly what angel investors are looking for and focus only on the foundational essentials that will help your business get traction. Get in touch with our crew to discuss pricing details.
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