Leading Brand Development Advisors Experts

Mark MacDonald is a seasoned strategist and creative with 4 decades of expertise in powerful Branding and Marketing Communication based on reliable research. He's the go-to guide for effective church communication, branding, and logos. As a bestselling author, engaging speaker, and founder of BeKnownforSomething.com, Mark empowers church leaders to communicate with impact.

I’m Cristy Verdeja Zaldívar—a strategic communications and marketing leader with over 15 years of experience transforming how brands connect, grow, and lead. As CEO of Pointe Connect, I consult for companies across industries—from nimble startups to global Fortune 500s—offering high-level strategy rooted in clarity, creativity, and results. I specialize in diagnosing challenges, crafting messaging that resonates, and building marketing and communications frameworks that drive real business impact. Known for my sharp instincts and innovative thinking, I’m the person teams call when they need to elevate their brand, reset their approach, or navigate complexity with confidence. My expertise spans corporate communications, PR, digital strategy, crisis and issues management, and multicultural marketing. I’ve advised industry giants, led global campaigns, and built cross-functional teams that deliver. I’m a bilingual storyteller (English/Spanish + conversational French) with a global mindset and a deep belief in the power of connection. Whether I’m guiding an executive team or rolling up my sleeves with a small business owner, I bring vision, structure, and momentum to every engagement.

Hailey Widrig, founder of Art Partners Advisory, is a seasoned art advisor and appraiser specializing in 20th-21st Century Fine Art and Photography. With over 15 years of experience in the art world, Hailey has analysed thousands of artworks from galleries, artists and auction houses on behalf of clients. A member of Association of Professional Art Advisors and an accredited member of the Appraisers Association of America, she provides USPAP-compliant art appraisals for insurance, donations and estates. Hailey is the only art advisor holding these qualifications in Paris, France, where she has lived since 2014. Her unique position in the art market allows her to work with private collectors and corporate clients to build and maintain some of the most significant art collections in Europe and abroad. Hailey is fluent in both English and French languages.

Shantanu is a young strategic maverick who turns digital complexity into business poetry. As CEO & founder of Tenet, he's the architect behind transformative experiences for fortune 500 companies such as Nike, Coca-Cola, Microsoft, and IQVIA; and also global powerhouses like Americana Group, Gartner, G42, SLB, and Mubadala Group. With a global footprint spanning offices in UAE, UK, India, and USA, Shantanu leads a razor-sharp team of 40+ in-house experts and a curated network of 250+ elite talent partners. His approach isn't about building technology—it's about engineering digital ecosystems that redefine how brands connect, convert, and conquer. Having crafted growth strategies for 400+ industry giants across technology, finance, consumer sectors, and 15+ other industries, Shantanu doesn't just understand digital transformation—he architects it. His methodology bridges UI/UX, growth marketing, software engineering, and strategic design, delivering solutions that impact the future.

Experienced Sales And Marketing Specialist with a demonstrated history of working in the real estate industry. Skilled in Sellers, Negotiation, Customer Service, Sales, and Marketing Strategy. Strong marketing professional with a Bachelor of Engineering - BE focused in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from RMIT University.

I’m the founder of a boutique real estate marketing agency based in Toronto, dedicated to helping builders and property developers elevate their properties and stand out in a competitive market. With years of experience in marketing, I specialize in crafting tailored marketing strategies that drive visibility, engagement, and sales. Whether you’re launching a new condo development, selling a luxury home, or leasing commercial space, I bring the tools, tactics, and expertise to help you make a powerful impression.

Melody “Mel” Stevens is the high-energy CEO and lead designer behind Design On A Dime Interiors—the Greater Houston studio celebrated for magazine-worthy rooms that respect the checkbook. Since opening in 2017 she’s transformed scores of kitchens, baths, and family hubs, pairing Southern warmth with fearless color to deliver “million-buck” looks on sensible budgets. Named City’s Best Interior Designer two years running (2023-24), Mel’s approach has been spotlighted in Best of Home & Garden, where she unpacked her patience-first strategy during a five-phase Lake Conroe remodel. Houston native who first honed her craft at a large remodeling firm, she now leads an all-female Dream Team that blends space-planning savvy, budget-smart sourcing, color psychology, and tight project coordination. Her horticulture training lets her extend the design story outdoors with native, drought-wise plant palettes. Off the jobsite, Mel mentors women in business, cheers at her grandkids’ games, and pens practical design tips for the DOAD blog (start with “The Power of Color in Interior Design”). Ready to swap builder beige for brilliant living? Connect with Mel at designonadimeinteriors.com or on Instagram @doad_interiors.

As an accomplished Design Director with over 20 years of experience in the UK property design industry, I founded Design Team in 2014, following a successful career in corporate banking with Barclays. Design Team specializes in the design of high-quality residential home extensions throughout London and the South East, delivering exceptional results with a commitment to excellent customer service.

High-level digital marketing professional with over 20 years' experience in a contemporary, large-scale business environment. Skilled in producing strong content to optimize business sites that increase visibility and brand awareness. Credited with combining excellent problem solving skills, extensive SEO, reputation management, and marketing experience to drive sales, control costs and maximize profitability. AREAS OF STRENGTH Reputation Management (Removal and Burying of negative content/reviews) PR (Promoting branded content on top tier sites and publications) SEO (Ranking for industry keywords that convert into leads and sales)

Interdisciplinary Global Marketing and Human Resource Development (HRD) executive with over 20 years of experience scaling brand ecosystems across enterprise, high-growth, and startup environments – from Fortune 1 (Walmart) to VC- and PE-backed ventures. Adept at developing emotionally resonant, data-driven brand strategies that drive top-line growth, market share and long-term equity. Proven expertise leading cross-functional and regional teams, launching go-to-market strategies across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas, and overseeing portfolios with budgets up to $100MM. Known for transforming complex market insights into differentiated brand positioning, unifying internal culture with external messaging and operationalizing high-performing marketing infrastructures. Fluent in growth strategy, creative storytelling, product innovation alignment and maximizing ROI through global-local execution.

Founder & CEO, The D2D Experts - A sales training/coaching company. Serial Entrepreneur. Built multiple 7 figures brands.

I’m George, a Creative Director at InboxArmy with a passion for creating modular email design systems. I specialize in building scalable, accessible systems that ensure every email is functional, user-friendly, and visually compelling. Helping teams work smarter while keeping the user at the center of everything is what drives me. I thrive on collaborating with designers, developers, and clients to bridge the gap between creative vision and technical execution, making sure every detail aligns perfectly. I’m passionate about what I do because I believe great design makes the world a better place.

Australian marketing leader, with 15+ years of experience in marketing, with the last 7 years in Head of Digital Marketing roles. As a marketing leader, I am passionate about driving digital transformation, growing brands and building high-performing teams through a people-first approach. My leadership style focuses on collaborative and strategic thinking, enabling me to navigate complex challenges with ease. Adam’s journey into the world of strength sports began at 16 in a local gym in Melbourne. Over the years, he has cultivated a deep passion for powerlifting, CrossFit, bodybuilding, and strongman competitions. Professionally, Adam brings extensive experience in digital marketing, having held senior roles in both government and tourism sectors. His expertise in these fields has been instrumental in developing Turtle Strength’s online presence and connecting and building our community of lifters.

I's the founder and Creative Director of So Swell Studio, a boutique graphic design studio based in Brisbane, Australia. I specialise in branding, website design, packaging, and custom Canva graphics that help businesses stand out and connect meaningfully with their audience. With over 15 years of experience, I bring a thoughtful, strategic approach to design, balancing creative originality with real business results. I'm a recognised Canva Creator and trusted design partner for brands that value clarity, consistency, and creativity. I offer: Brand design Website design and development Print design Packaging Design Digital asset design SEO strategy & implementation