Strategic Consulting Sessions

You don't always need a marketing agency. Sometimes you just need an experienced marketing partner.

Running a small business means making countless decisions - often with limited time, limited resources, and no one to talk through the ideas that keep you up at night. Whether you're launching something new, refining your message, or simply wondering if you're headed in the right direction, sometimes the right conversation is all it takes to replace weeks of second-guessing with a clear path forward. 

That's why I created these tiered strategic consulting sessions.

These sessions are designed to give business owners and organizational leaders dedicated time to ask questions, explore ideas, work through marketing challenges, and gain practical guidance rooted in more than 25 years of real-world experience. There's no one-size-fits-all approach, no pressure to commit to ongoing services, and no expectation that you'll have all the answers before you arrive. Just thoughtful conversation, honest feedback, and practical strategies tailored to your business, your goals, and where you want to go next.

$195

Designed for business owners looking for an experienced sounding board, a fresh perspective, or guidance on a specific marketing challenge.

• 60-minute one-on-one session 
• Virtual or in-person (Skagit County) 
• Marketing strategy and problem solving 
• Actionable next steps

Perfect for:

• Website feedback 
• Social media direction 
• Marketing ideas 
• Event planning 
• Business development questions

$295

Ideal for businesses ready to dive deeper into their marketing, messaging, customer experience, or business development strategy.

• 90-minute one-on-one session 
• Virtual or in-person (Skagit County) 
• Collaborative brainstorming and planning 
• Follow-up summary with key discussion points

Perfect for:

• Annual marketing planning 
• Brand messaging 
• Campaign development 
• Customer experience 
• Marketing audits

$595

A focused half-day working session designed to tackle larger marketing initiatives, annual planning, brand positioning, or multiple business challenges.

• Three-hour collaborative working session 
• Virtual or on-site (Skagit, Whatcom, Island, North Snohomish Counties)
• Strategy, planning, and implementation guidance 
• Follow-up summary and recommended priorities

Perfect for:

• Marketing roadmaps 
• Launch planning 
• Business repositioning 
• Team strategy 
• Multi-project planning

$2,500  |  90-Day Consulting Engagement

Includes scheduled consulting sessions, a customized strategic roadmap, and limited advisory support throughout the 90-day engagement. No ongoing retainer required.

The 90-Day Strategic Partnership takes consulting beyond a single session, offering a more involved, collaborative approach to building, launching, or repositioning your business. Over three months, we'll work together to develop a customized marketing roadmap, establish strategic priorities, and navigate important decisions as your plans take shape.

Throughout the engagement, you'll have an experienced marketing partner providing ongoing guidance, practical recommendations, and a fresh perspective as you work toward your business goals.

What's included:

• 90-Minute Discovery & Strategy Session: An in-depth conversation about your business, objectives, challenges, and opportunities.
• 60-Minute Consulting Sessions (5): Ongoing strategic guidance and recommendations tailored to your business needs.
• Marketing & Communications Assessment: A focused evaluation of your current positioning, messaging, and relevant marketing efforts.
• Customized Strategic Roadmap: A written summary of priorities, recommendations, and next steps.
• Between-Session Support:  Up to two hours of email consultation, feedback, and document review throughout the 90-day engagement. 

Perfect for:

• New business launches
• Business growth and expansion
• Brand repositioning
• Marketing strategy development
• Organizational transitions
• Internal team development