We exist to be a force for impact. 

Material is a strategic services company helping organizations clarify who they are, what they offer, and how they are discovered, understood, and chosen in an increasingly AI-mediated world.

We do more with less.

While some of our work may resemble that of a traditional agency, our approach, and our purpose, are different. Clients work with Material as a highly specialized consultancy that not only shapes strategy, but can also execute the work it recommends, ensuring coherence from thinking to implementation.

Things that make us different. 

1. Agility

​We tailor our services to the organization and the goal it wants to attain and/or the challenge it needs to solve. Together we develop a plan, we align to it, and we action on it. 

2. Transparency

In the spirit of partnership, absolutely everything is openly shared with our clients, from the team doing the work to how it's going to be done, what to expect, what it will cost, and more. 

3. Dedication

Going above and beyond is not a reason to believe but rather the way of being for us. The time and effort we invest in our client partners is unrivaled, and this we can and will prove from day one.  

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Expertise

BRAND STRATEGY
Purpose Framing
Tone of Voice Development
Design System Development
Guidelines Development
​Channel Planning

COMMUNICATION STRATEGY
Message Framing 
Creative Copywriting
Campaign Development
Channel Development
CRM Optimization

EXPERIENCE STRATEGY
Principles Framing
Information Architecture
User Experience Design
Content Development
Channel Optimization

Why partner with us?

We provide hands-on consultation, expert resources and tailored services that meet you exactly where you are to help you get to where you want to go. And, we charge by the service, not the hour, ensuring our focus is on delivering value and results––not draining your budget. 

"Thank you so much for all of your help and patience with us! We are so excited about the new site." 

​- Rosa Christophel, Executive Director, HomeBase Cincinnati

"This is very exciting and I appreciate the work you all put into it. Thanks again!" 

​- Eric Hintz, Co-Founder, Vision

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Tools and tips that matter

Featured resource
The Mission Multiplier Quiz: A Tailored Tool Designed to Demystify Nonprofit Digital Strategy 
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Featured article
Unlocking Digital Excellence: The Critical Role of a Nonprofit Strategy Plan
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Be different. Be relevant. Be material. 

Contact us. We welcome your inquiry.