Creating authentic brands.

A great idea is only an idea until you make it real.

We’ve been translating ideas into reality for years. As branding and design specialists, we help define your purpose and position you powerfully among your competitors. We create names, messaging, and content that are uniquely yours. We design powerful ideas and visual expressions that provide clear differentiation. We create engaging programs and campaigns using all relevant media. We orchestrate resources seamlessly to exceed expectations and deliver meaningful results. We bring consistency to your brand through style guides and ongoing stewardship.

“ For over 12 years, Paul has been a driving force behind the distinctive look and feel of Muskoka Roastery Coffee Co. His work has been instrumental in propelling Muskoka Roastery from a local name to a recognized and trusted brand. Each package, POS piece, and campaign that he has crafted not only draws attention but tells a story, engaging customers in the authenticity of the Muskoka Roastery experience. ”

Jordan Neudorf, Marketing Director, Muskoka Roastery Coffee Co.

WHAT WE PROVIDE

We deliver thoughtful, well-crafted solutions that advance your goals and elevate your brand’s success. We blend creativity with smart AI tools that support human connection in efficient ways. Whether it’s a sizeable branding program or simply a one-off project, we offer a range of strategic consulting, creative, and design services, specifically tailored to your individual needs.

Brand Strategy

Research, brand audits, competitive audits, brand persona, brand positioning, brand architecture, planning, and consulting

Brand Expression

  • Naming, taglines, and brand messaging
  • Logos, symbols, brand identity systems
  • Stationery, forms, and templates
  • Corporate, investor decks, and sales presentations
  • Newsletters, publications, and reports
  • Product packaging and labels
  • POS, posters, and marketing collateral
  • Websites, digital marketing, social media assets
  • Marketing, promotion, and advertising
  • Exhibits, displays, and signage

Brand Stewardship

Brand standards and guidelines, digital asset management, branding workshops, creative resource management, and consulting

“ Paul and his team at Riverstone were able to take my vision for the brand and translate it into all design elements of the marketing mix from our website to the bottles, and pretty much everything in between. As we did in the 1980s, for the Sleeman beer project, we worked collaboratively to achieve a brand program that is entirely relevant to our consumer and clearly differentiated in the market. The finished result is truly first class. ”

John Sleeman, Chairman & CEO, Sleeman Breweries
Founder & CEO, Spring Mill Distillery

WHO WE WORK WITH

We work with large multi-national and mid-size companies, as well as smaller entrepreneurial start-ups, primarily within the corporate and consumer marketplaces. We work directly with clients and their in-house team. We also partner or work collaboratively as part of a team with other agencies or resource providers.

SOME OF OUR CLIENTS – PAST AND PRESENT

Spring Mill Distillery, Humber College, Muskoka Roastery Coffee Co., Percival Law, Northbridge Insurance, What’s neXT50, Apotex, Brand Active, Resonant Medical, Sony Stores, NUance Global Traders, Town of Oakville, Acrobat PCA, Sleeman Breweries, MEDEC, Level5 Strategy, National Post Design Exchange Awards, Maricann Group, Gearshifting, Giffels Group, Nuance Global Traders, Fusion Homes, Shoppers Drugmart, AGO, Celestica, LCBO, Wydea, and National Ovarian Cancer Association, to name a few.

“ I’ve worked with Paul for over 25 years in various capacities and have found him to be a strategic, thoughtful, and highly creative individual with a sharp eye for good design. Over the years, he has helped me with numerous branding and design projects for my own ventures and for many of my local and global clients. ”

Mehbs Remtulla, Founder, What’s neXT50 & Remtulla & Associates

WHY WORK WITH US?

We’re an independent branding and design agency with over 35 years of experience. Our core team is made up of strategic creators, design practitioners, and production specialists, with multi-disciplined expertise across a diverse range of projects.

We’re approachable and open-minded. We strive to create value and long-term results through ideas and the intelligent use of technologies. We offer a range of custom-tailored services and fees to match your needs and budgets.

GET IN TOUCH

We’d love to hear from you. For a no-obligation consultation or review of your brand needs, please contact Paul Browning at yourbrand@riverstonebranding.com

Paul Browning