Strategy

Who we are

VQ Branding is a design and strategy studio committed to helping businesses build brands with clarity, consistency, and long-term relevance.

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Foundation

A strong brand doesn't just look good

It works. It aligns teams, resonates with customers, and drives business forward. But this only happens when the foundation is clear.

  • Strategy that serves real outcomes

  • Systems built to evolve with you

  • Clarity in every creative decision

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Values

Principles that guide us

We work by a consistent set of beliefs

Create with purpose

Every decision serves a clear function

Collaborate with intention

Partnership built on open dialogue

Embrace adaptability

Structured process that responds to change

Meet the founders

Bernhard von Gehr and Shannon Quigley built VQ Branding on shared conviction—that strategy and design belong together, and that founders matter. They remain hands-on with every client, ensuring the work carries the rigor and clarity the studio is known for.

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Discovery and alignment

We begin by listening. Workshops, audits, and strategic conversations reveal what your brand needs to become. This phase builds the foundation—clear positioning, defined messaging, and shared vision across your team.

Design and execution

Strategy becomes visible. We design systems—visual identity, messaging frameworks, digital applications—that translate strategy into consistent, scalable work. Everything connects. Everything serves your business.

Growth and evolution

Your brand doesn't stop. We support ongoing implementation, adaptation, and scaling. As your business changes, your brand system evolves with it—staying relevant, staying strong.

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