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AT A GLANCE
HOW WE'RE DIFFERENT AT DC
PEOPLE. PLANET. PROSPERITY.
OUR STORY
1. IT ALL BEGAN WITH A DREAM
To be the preferred destination for all Startups and Nonprofits that find marketing too big to tackle.
2. HOW WE STARTED
With a unique set of capabilities: A long history of entrepreneurial endeavors + decades of experience in business, for-profit and non-profit.
3. THE WHY
Because we believe that everyone with the right tools can build a dream business and achieve their professional goals.
4. THE PLAN
To build the kind of marketing agency that we – and our fathers – dreamed of decades ago:
Easy, Effective, Accessible.
5. THE MISSION
Simple: Our mission is to help YOU focus on yours.
6. WITH THE HELP OF
Tech partners and multi-disciplinary teams with 30+ areas of expertise, from designers to creatives based locally and abroad—taking every dollar further than anyone else!
7. THE RESULTS: FAST-FORWARD TO 2024
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Confident Startups. Happy Small Businesses. Inspired Nonprofits.
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3x Diamond Award Educators with SCORE, the largest network of Small Business mentors in the U.S.
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Telly Award for Excellence in Digital Production: Web Design & Video Production.
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2023 Rockstar Entrepreneur of the Year - Lifestyle Media Group
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10+ Technology Partners including Wix, SquareSpace, Shopify, Constant Contact, and Google.
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Collaborations with 15+ Local Cities & Municipalities.
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500+ Projects and Campaigns with Startups, Small Businesses, and Nonprofits.
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DREAMCATCHER BRANDS
DC Consulting │ DC Marketing │ DC Branding │ DC Merch Shop
MEET THE CHIEFS
Chief Dream Officer / Creative Lead
Mari Naranjo
Mari is a passionate branding coach, marketing consultant, and trusted educator for people looking for a clear path to launch or rebrand their business.
With a career spanning 20+ years – as a consultant and entrepreneur – she has owned businesses in the past and has collaborated with multi-nationals such as YUM! Brands (largest quick-service franchise) and art nonprofits like Cisneros Fontanals Art Foundation.
As the Creative Lead, Mari’s goal is to “help creators earn a good living doing what they naturally love.” She enjoys igniting fresh ideas, inspiring success, and motivating new founders 1:1, in teams, or at events.
SCORE Diamond-Level Awards for 4 years.
Chair of Marketing for SCORE Broward.
To inquire about workshop/webinar presentations, or 1:1 coaching, check out our Media Kit.
Chief Growth Officer / Tech Lead
Simon Coulson
Simon brings 25+ years of experience growing assets for individuals and companies in the financial and sustainability industries. He is a former Vice-President at Fidelity Investments and a three-time President's Club Award Winner.
As an entrepreneur, Simon led multiple IPOs and RTOs through the Toronto Stock Exchange and TSX, as tools for raising capital for Junior companies looking to expand their footprint.
Simon is passionate about improving opportunities for clients who use business as a force for good, while balancing purpose and profit.
SCORE Diamond-Level Awards for 4 years.
Marketing Committee Member for SCORE Broward.
To inquire about workshop/webinar presentations, or 1:1 coaching, check out our Media Kit.
TESTIMONIALS
Livia Carvalho
Founder
PROJECTS: Website Design + Strategy Coaching + Narrative + Images + List Rentals
We were so fortunate to meet Mari and Simon through a webinar! Yes, they are not only great marketing professionals but also amazing teachers!
Maureen Villatoro
Practice Manager
PROJECTS: Event Planning & Campaign Launch + Video + Press Release + Print + Merch
They've helped me catapult our business to new levels by using innovative and creative techniques in their marketing plans. I highly recommend DreamCatcher as your future marketing team.
Eyda Jove
Startup
PROJECTS: Website & Google Updates + Copy-writing + Brochure Design & Printing + Coaching
They are very caring and professional. They even helped me prepare for a Panel Discussion I was a little apprehensive but everything went well thanks to their input. I recommend them highly.
Mary Moran
CEO
PROJECTS: Web Design & Logo Design + Strategy Coaching + Narrative + Images
Brilliant work... The attention placed is undeniably outstanding in execution, far exceeding our expectation. We are very grateful for all that you have accomplished in such a short time.
Maria Anderson
Personal Brand
PROJECTS: Website Design + Photo Session + Media Kit + Press Release + Google Package
I met them at a SCORE webinar for small businesses. I wish I had met Mari and Simon before. They helped me rebuild my brand through fresh messages and images. Effective storytelling and amazing video interview!
Alex Taranu
Founder
PROJECTS: Strategy Workshop + Marketing & Communications Plan + Business Plan + Digital Strategy
Every entrepreneur should have this session! I did not know how or where to start my business idea. The workshop gave me clarity, and a way forward for my next steps. My partners all the way!
