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I help established companies and ambitious founders clarify their positioning, build distinctive brand identities, and turn those brands into high-converting digital experiences. I’m the CEO and co-founder of The Branded Agency, a brand-first creative and performance agency with more than $1 million billed through Upwork. Our team combines brand strategy, creative direction, UX/UI design, Shopify and Webflow development, content, and performance marketing to build brands that drive measurable growth. We work with companies launching new ventures, repositioning existing brands, entering new markets, or improving underperforming ecommerce experiences. Every engagement connects brand strategy with practical execution—so your positioning, identity, website, content, and marketing work together rather than operating in silos. The Branded Agency is a Shopify Partner, Webflow Enterprise Certified Partner, and Klaviyo Partner. Our clients range from emerging startups to established organizations across DTC, CPG, healthcare, technology, AI, SaaS, supplements, oral care, beauty, food and beverage, hospitality, fitness, education, and professional services. Our proprietary Golden Spiral™ framework helps organizations align what they believe, what they offer, and what their customers genuinely value. We then apply our Brand-Backed Performance™ methodology to translate that strategic foundation into creative, digital experiences, and growth campaigns. Brand Strategy and Positioning We help companies establish the strategic foundation required for meaningful differentiation and sustainable growth. Services include: Brand audits and competitive analysis Brand positioning and repositioning Brand architecture and portfolio strategy Audience research and customer personas Brand purpose, mission, vision, and values Messaging frameworks and key messages Naming, taglines, and brand narratives Go-to-market and brand launch strategy Brand Identity and Creative Direction We translate strategy into distinctive, scalable creative systems that can perform across every customer touchpoint. Services include: Brand identity and visual identity systems Rebranding and brand modernization Creative strategy and campaign concepts Creative direction and visual direction Content pillars and storytelling systems Campaign briefs and production planning Packaging and ecommerce creative Paid-social and performance creative Shopify, Webflow and Digital Experiences We design and develop conversion-focused websites that balance brand expression, usability, performance, and business objectives. Services include: Shopify and Shopify Plus design and development Webflow website design and development Ecommerce strategy and website architecture UX/UI design and customer journey mapping Landing pages and conversion funnels Conversion rate optimization Website migrations and redesigns Analytics, testing, and performance optimization We also support projects built on Framer, WordPress, Squarespace, and Wix when those platforms are appropriate for the business. Marketing and Growth Our growth programs connect strategy, creative, media, and retention to improve customer acquisition and long-term value. Capabilities include: Growth and go-to-market strategy Meta, Google, LinkedIn, Reddit, Pinterest, and TikTok advertising Email and SMS marketing through Klaviyo Conversion funnels and landing-page optimization Content strategy and thought leadership Influencer, UGC, and community marketing Customer acquisition and retention programs Creative testing, attribution, and ROAS optimization SEO and AI Search Optimization We help brands improve how they are discovered, understood, and recommended across traditional search engines and emerging AI-powered platforms. Capabilities include: Technical, on-page, and off-page SEO Content strategy and optimization Entity-based SEO Answer engine optimization Generative engine optimization Digital PR and authority building Optimization for ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, Claude, and Google AI experiences AI Content and Automation We create AI-assisted systems that help businesses increase content output and operational efficiency without sacrificing brand consistency. Capabilities include: AI content strategy and production systems AI-assisted copywriting, image, and video production Content repurposing workflows Scalable advertising creative systems AI agents and marketing automation n8n, Zapier, Make, API, and workflow integrations Founder-Led Perspective Before launching The Branded Agency, I co-founded and scaled an international apparel company carried in more than 50 Equinox locations. My entrepreneurial ventures have been featured by Bloomberg Businessweek, GQ, Men’s Health, Gear Patrol, Cool Hunting, CBC, CTV, and Dragons’ Den. That experience means I approach every engagement as a founder—not simply as a consultant.

🇨🇦 🇺🇦 My source of inspiration is beautiful, foggy Vancouver, Canada. I tend to spend more time outdoors rather than in the office. Brainstorming in rainforests and preparing initial sketches atop mountain peaks naturally leads to stunning and unexpected results. My job is to come up with fresh visual concepts as well as with powerful advertising and promotional ideas. Previously, I worked as a designer, business journalist, IT/media blogger and copywriter in Toronto and Vancouver. I’ve escaped from the traditional, oversized agencies and huge design shops to find peace and rediscover my creativity. My motto: be creative.stay alive

🤔"You might possess a brand identity or a website, but do they genuinely mirror your business's true identity?" You are in the right place. I help clients who face the issue mentioned below. 【✓5 Common Problems My Client Has】 ● Website is too dated. It is not responsive or mobile-friendly. ● Website is developed in-house(or Fiverr). It does not indicate who we are. ● Website performance is very low. It does not have much organic traffic. ● Don’t have an actual brand identity, logomark, or brand guidelines. ● Lack of communication consistency in our business, website, and social media. Is your website not converting as well as you'd like? Let me help! I'll review your website for free and give you actionable tips on how to improve your website traffic and grow your business. 👉🏻 Send me the URL for a free website review. [code: UpS] 【💼Client's Industry】 ● Manufacture ● Lawyer ● Technology ● Restaurant ● Startup ● Agency ● Real estate ● Carpenter/Plumber/Electrician ● Media and entertainment ● Ecommerce ● Hospitality ● Non-profit ● Professional 【🙋🏻‍♂️Introduction】 TOP-RATED SENIOR WEB/GRAPHIC DESIGNER. Specializing in Branding, Brand Identity, Brand Guidelines, WordPress Websites, Webflow Websites, and Graphic Design for All Applications! Dear Client. Thank you for visiting my profile. I'm Takashi Hirakimoto, a freelance web/graphic designer based in Vancouver, Canada. With over 8 years of experience as a web/graphic designer, my specialty lies in branding through user experience design. I firmly believe that I can make a meaningful contribution to your business growth. I eagerly look forward to hearing from you. Build Trust Through Design Takashi Hirakimoto P.S. Your MVP brand/website will be launched within 8 weeks, enabling you to swiftly test your business demand and lead-generation capabilities. 【📝Reviews】 "Excellent experience and top-notch design work. Fantastic communication and a great end result. Look forward to working with you again in the future!" - J.R. | Co-Founder, Blockroots “Takashi understood the required job. Took directions well and adaptable to my recommendations for the brand identity. In the end, I’m happy with the end product and the budget was right for this job.” - D.D. | CPA, CA, One Eighty° “Takashi did a great job on our social media. We regularly update our contents to improve conversions, and he is always quick to implement changes we request. Their monthly reports are also extremely valuable to us.” - D.J. | Digital Marketing Manager, Tourism Vancouver 【💬FAQ】 I am not sure you are the best candidate. → I have over 8 years of experience and have worked with a wide range of businesses. I am confident that I can help you succeed based on my past results. Your price is a little high. → My price may seem high, but I am not the most expensive option. I have years of experience and a proven track record of success. I put my clients first and always strive to provide more value than they spend. I offer a variety of pricing options to fit your budget. I am happy to discuss my pricing with you. 【✍️Skills】 ● Adobe CS (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Adobe XD, etc) ● Figma ● WordPress ● Webflow ● Wix ● Squarespace ● SEO 【👌🏻Capabilities】 Visual Design ● Brand identity (Logomark, Logotype, Icon) ● Brand guidelines (Style guide) ● WordPress website ● Webflow website ● Wix website ● Woo-commerce website ● Shopify website ● ePortfolio ● Presentation slide ● Trade show promotion item ● High-end business card ● Brochure ● Banner ads ● Event flyer ● Exhibition poster ● Presentation folder ● Conference poster ● Sandwich Boards ● Window decals ● Store sign ● Corporate Calendar ● Greeting card/Postcard ● Tote bag, T-shirts & Hoodie UX Design ● Define target audience, problem & goals. ● Research (client, industry & competitor) ● Brand attributes ● Persona ● Mood board ● Sitemap ● Wireframe (Figma) ● Prototype (Figma) ● UI (User interface) ● Development (WordPress, Webflow, Wix) 【👨🏻‍💻Experiences】 ● 8+ years of experience as a graphic designer at advertising agencies ● 5+ years of web design experience as a freelance designer ● UX(user experience) design certificate at Brainstation.io ● SEO(Search Engine Optimization) certificate at Udemy 【🏅Principle】 ● The work takes precedence over anything else ● Listen carefully about what you need ● Exceed expectations ● Be on time ● Accomplish 100% customer satisfaction 【😁Message】 Let's reach target audience through UX Definitions of the purpose of design are different for each designer and production. In my opinion, I provide design services to improve a client's profit. I focus on it. Design work offers a broad range of services, analysis, strategy, direction, branding, and marketing. Whatever we provide to a client, our service should lead to a client's success. 【👍Social Media】 Behance @OpenBookmarksCo Dribbble @OpenBookmarksCo Facebook @OpenBookmarksCo Instagram @OpenBookmarksCo LinkedIn @TakashiHirakimoto

🚀 Expert Vetted Fractional CMO & Growth Consultant | Sales Systems, Marketing Strategy & Business Development I help startups, agencies, and professional service firms build scalable sales and marketing systems that drive consistent revenue and investor readiness. With 10+ years of experience in business development, marketing strategy, and consulting, I’ve supported companies across SaaS and Tech, professional services, and finance, delivering both strategy and execution to ensure growth isn’t just planned, it’s achieved. Here’s how I can help your business grow: ✅ Strategy & Market Research – Competitor analysis, go-to-market roadmaps, and investor-ready business planning. ✅ Sales & Marketing Systems – Creating multichannel customer acquisition, lead generation funnels, and revenue optimization, taking full ownership of the Sales and Marketing efforts of the business. ✅ Team & Process Leadership – Hiring, training, and managing cross-functional teams; SOPs and scalable workflows. ✅ Execution & Reporting – Hands-on management of campaigns (content, social, paid, email) with clear KPIs and ROI tracking. Results I’ve delivered: - Helped a SaaS firm launch into the U.S. market with new pricing tiers, boosting MRR by 25% in 90 days. - Designed lead generation systems that generated 300+ qualified leads/month for B2B companies. - Built investor pitch decks that supported multi-million-dollar fundraising rounds. Whether you need high-level strategy, hands-on execution, or both, I can help you scale effectively. Let’s discuss how we can grow your business! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What can I offer with my Agency?: COO & Co-Founder of Lil Horse. With extensive digital marketing experience, I lead a team of 40+ specialists focused on one goal: helping brands achieve sustainable, scalable growth. We bring a global perspective, a data-first approach, and a relentless commitment to client success. Our team is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing us to serve diverse markets seamlessly. Lil Horse is more than just an agency, we’re your growth partners, dedicated to creating impactful strategies and building relationships that last. We've proudly worked with renowned clients such as: • FIFA • Budweiser • HubSpot • Chegg • Modern Campus • Huggies Unlock Your Brand’s Potential with Our Expert Services: • Digital Marketing Strategy & Social Media Marketing: We’ve boosted audience engagement by up to 45% within six months through tailored social media strategies across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. • Multi-Platform Advertising: Using advanced audience insights and strategic budgeting, we’ve achieved up to 3x ROI on campaigns launched across Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and Google Ads. • SEO & Lead Generation: With our SEO efforts, clients have seen up to 30% increases in search rankings and 25% growth in organic traffic within three months. Our lead generation campaigns nurture and convert leads effectively. • Graphic Design & Branding: From logo creation to full brand identity, we ensure a consistent and memorable presence that drives brand recognition and builds trust. • Web Design & Development: Our responsive, SEO-optimized websites have resulted in up to 20% improvements in conversion rates for clients in various industries. • PPC Campaigns & Consulting: With our PPC expertise, we consistently drive up to 35% higher ROI on ad spend through effective targeting, A/B testing, and data-driven insights. • Content Creation & Copywriting: By aligning with brand voice and optimizing for SEO, our content has increased engagement by 30% on average. • Email Marketing: Our email campaigns see 20%+ open rates and conversion rates up to 5%, thanks to personalized design, segmentation, and robust automation. At Lil Horse, we don’t just provide services; we craft customized solutions designed to meet your unique challenges and aspirations. With a proven track record of success and a passionate team by your side, we’re committed to helping you thrive in today’s competitive landscape. Connect with me today, and let’s unlock your brand’s full potential together!

Top Rated | 17 Years Experience | Fortune 100 Brands to Fast-Growing Startups Most businesses have two problems they're solving separately: they need a stronger brand and they need to work smarter. I'm one of the few people who can help with both. Over 17 years I've built brand strategy for companies like Coca-Cola, Campbell's, and Unilever and in the last few years I've added AI systems and business automation to the toolkit. The result is I help founders and business leaders grow faster, look sharper, and run leaner. Where I work: Brand & Strategy → Brand strategy, positioning, and messaging that actually drives revenue → Rebranding and repositioning for businesses that have outgrown their identity → Competitor analysis, audience definition, brand audits → Mission, vision, and values, the foundation everything else is built on Who I work with: ✔ Founders who need to build or sharpen their brand as they scale ✔ Business owners ready to automate operations and reclaim time ✔ Growth-stage companies that need senior strategic thinking without a full-time hire ✔ Teams that want a long-term partner, not a one-and-done freelancer Industries: CPG/FMCG · Food & Beverage · Wellness · AI/Tech · D2C/Ecommerce · Beauty · Coaching & Consulting · Retail · Pet · Service Businesses Whether you need to stand out in your market, streamline your operations, or both, let's talk.

Great products often struggle not because the technology isn’t strong, but because the market doesn’t immediately understand the value. I help companies solve that problem. With 14+ years of global experience across 5 countries and 3 continents, I work with founders, startups, and B2B companies to clarify positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategies, and build marketing foundations that drive growth. I have worked with global agencies including Leo Burnett, FCB, and JWT, and more recently with SaaS, AI, and industrial technology companies. What I Help With • Product positioning & messaging • Go-to-market strategy • Brand naming & brand strategy • Website messaging, structure & CRO • Marketing strategy & growth planning Clients typically hire me when they need clear positioning, strong messaging, and a structured GTM strategy rather than generic marketing advice. If you're launching a product, entering a new market, or refining your positioning, I’d be glad to help.