Testimonials
As the head of a start-up marketing firm, one of first and best decisions I made was to work with Dave Shelton to help develop and design our brand. He has this rare ability to blend sharp strategic thinking with genuine creativity—and he makes the whole process enjoyable with his quick wit and humor. From our very first conversation, Dave asked insightful questions that helped us to communicate what was great about our approach to marketing that stood out in a crowded field.
The identity he created was distinctive, memorable, and perfectly captured our essence. It’s not trendy or generic—it feels authentically us, and it clearly communicated our strengths.
Dave doesn’t just make things look good; he builds brands that mean something and connect with people. If you’re a startup or entrepreneur looking for someone who combines smarts, creativity, and a collaborative spirit, I can’t recommend him highly enough. And he is a joy to work with.
Amy Howard
The branding for Altus, Inc had to be elegant and corporate, appealing to sophisticated travelers who were looking for a new level of safety, security and productive travel . Dave designed our logo and brochure that hit all the key points of our product offering which simply took flight.
Vic Dukay, MBA, Ph.D. Retired President/CEO – Altus Inc.
I enthusiastically recommend Dave to any business owner who wants to establish and maintain a vibrant and lasting image for their company. For decades Dave’s branding put Ski and Sea in their best light.
Jennifer Miner
President and CEO (retired)
Ski and Sea
When we started our business three years ago, David created our logo, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. He was extremely thorough and provided us with a wide range of strong design options to choose from. David walked us through different design concepts and color schemes, which made the decision process clear and enjoyable.
The final design we selected is one we truly love, and we’re still just as appreciative of it today. David is incredibly creative, a talented artist, and a seasoned professional who clearly understands branding. We would highly recommend him to anyone starting a business or looking to rebrand.
Thank you, David!
Kelly Peterson
Owner
Dave played a pivotal role in shaping the brand and market presence of our new software. He immersed himself in our product, our purpose, and our audience, helping us articulate who we are, what we offer, and why it matters. Through intentional choices in color, typography, language, and visual design, he brought our brand story to life with clarity and energy. Looking back, the result feels effortless and obvious, but it’s a level of insight we never could have achieved on our own. We’re incredibly proud of our brand identity, and we credit that entirely to Dave Shelton.
Molly Nakazono
Vice President
Inventory Smart