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Motif Coffee Brand and Visual Identity Development
How we brought a new home coffee brand to life, from sketchbook to shelf.

Catherine Carr
Oct 3, 20172 min read
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Eclipse Marketing: From Total Genius to Brand Blackout
How brands show their true colors, from crass to creative, during a big event like a total solar eclipse.

Catherine Carr
Aug 20, 20172 min read
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Novinium Brand Strategy and Activation
How we helped the undisputed innovator in power cable rejuvenation expand their product offering and re-energize their communication.

Catherine Carr
Mar 18, 20173 min read
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TeamChild Brand Inspiration
How we helped a Seattle nonprofit with a powerful mission find its voice.

Catherine Carr
Feb 17, 20173 min read
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Vitamin C Spreads the Love
Here are a few amazing things I've learned from my clients that I think everyone should know about.

Catherine Carr
Feb 15, 20174 min read
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Ravensburger Brand Books
How we brought three distinct brands into focus and developed clear guidelines to inspire Ravensburger's team and partners.

Catherine Carr
Jan 3, 20173 min read
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Creative Client Gifts
Each year, I enjoy thinking of creative presents to showcase my work and delight my clients.

Catherine Carr
Jan 3, 20171 min read
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A Tribute to Peter Brooks Macky
My uncle, Peter Brooks Macky, was known for writing meticulous eulogies. This is the one I wrote for him.

Catherine Carr
Sep 18, 20168 min read
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Danaher Strategic Content Development
How we helped a Fortune 500 company elevate purpose, revitalize its web presence, and refocus language after a major divestiture.

Catherine Carr
Aug 25, 20162 min read
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Tandem Brand Strategy
How we found the right balance between talking to health plans and resonating with consumers.

Catherine Carr
Jul 14, 20162 min read
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Wheelhouse DMG Rebrand
How we helped a successful Seattle agency make the shift from search to a full suite of digital marketing services.

Catherine Carr
Jun 29, 20162 min read
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The Elusive Work-Life Balance: Five Strategies That Have Worked for Me
There's a lot of discussion about work-life balance--is it possible (especially during extended WFH)? Is it even the right goal?

Catherine Carr
Mar 9, 20169 min read
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What Made "I Have a Dream" Such a Perfect Speech
A closer look at one of the greatest speeches in American history offers inspiration for anyone trying to motivate a crowd.

Catherine Carr
Jan 15, 20166 min read
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The Powerful Theme that Defined 2015
Over and over, I saw it. Flow--the removal of friction, the heightened state of creativity and expression, fluidity of experience.

Catherine Carr
Dec 15, 20154 min read
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Shameless Vote Rallying: A Step-By-Step Guide
Here's a systematic way to rally votes when you need to and strengthen your brand in the process.

Catherine Carr
Sep 17, 20157 min read
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BBVA Purpose Development
How we worked across time zones in two languages, under time pressure, to help a global bank become a purpose-driven organization.

Catherine Carr
Jul 9, 20152 min read
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Mumm Napa Brand Activation
How we translated a 200+-page agency strategy document into inspired expression across dozens of touchpoints for a revered wine brand.

Catherine Carr
Apr 24, 20152 min read
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Meta Brand Strategy
How we helped a tech pioneer communicate leadership and neuroscience expertise in a secretive, rapidly evolving industry.

Catherine Carr
Mar 15, 20152 min read
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10 Lessons Every Presenter Can Learn from America's Most Iconic Speech
Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address is more than a venerable piece of history--it's a master class on presenting a poised, powerful speech.

Catherine Carr
Feb 16, 20154 min read
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A Dozen Sweet Ways to Show Customers You Care
Building lasting relationships with your customers takes patience, consistency, and, yes, love. The little things go a long way.

Catherine Carr
Feb 13, 20154 min read
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