Designing Impact for
Visionary Brands
Who We Are
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Founder & Creative Principal
With over a decade of experience as a designer and educator, I’ve had the privilege of working with clients ranging from small businesses and nonprofits to globally recognized brands like Google. My background combines hands-on expertise in branding and product design with a passion for teaching at every level—from secondary education to art schools and even military training.Design isn’t just what I do; it’s who I am. I believe quality design has the power to make life better—bringing clarity, beauty, and purpose to the everyday. It’s my passion for solving problems, elevating experiences, and delivering meaningful work that drives everything I do.
As the founder of MIKEA, I created this studio to offer accessible, impactful design solutions that resonate deeply with audiences. At MIKEA, I strive to build brands that aren’t just visually distinctive but also meaningful and sustainable. Whether you're launching a new idea or refining an established brand, my mission is to ensure your story is bold, authentic, and unforgettable.
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Discovery & Strategy:
We begin by diving deep into your brand, understanding your goals, audience, and challenges. This discovery phase lays the foundation for a strategy that aligns with your vision and objectives.Tailored Team Assembly:
Based on your project’s needs, we assemble the perfect Flex Team of trusted professionals from our network, ensuring the right expertise for every aspect of your project.Design & Development:
With a clear strategy in place, we move into the creative phase. Through a collaborative process, we develop design solutions that are both distinctive and impactful, keeping you involved every step of the way.Feedback & Refinement:
Your feedback is essential. We refine designs based on your input to ensure the final product exceeds expectations and aligns perfectly with your brand.Launch & Support:
Once your project is ready to go live, we provide guidance, assets, and tools to ensure a successful launch. Our support doesn’t stop there—we’re here for ongoing updates or creative needs as your brand evolves.
Core Offerings
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A comprehensive package designed to refine and elevate existing brand identities. Includes a revamped visual identity, cohesive brand elements, and two touchpoints. Ideal for businesses ready to enhance their market presence.
What’s Included:Updated logo or wordmark design
Cohesive brand elements (color palette, typography, etc.)
Two touchpoints (e.g., social media templates, business cards, packaging design)
A lite brand guideline for consistent usage
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Ongoing branding and design support tailored to your business needs. Provides 20 flexible design hours per month for updates, marketing collateral, and digital asset creation. Perfect for maintaining brand consistency and supporting growth initiatives.
What’s Included:Access to our studio for ongoing design needs
Custom marketing materials (print & digital)
Regular brand updates and optimizations
Support for campaigns, launches, or expansions
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A full review of your existing branding, including visual identity, messaging, and alignment with your audience. You’ll receive actionable insights to guide improvements or future rebranding efforts.
What’s Included:Visual identity analysis (logo, colors, fonts)
Messaging and tone assessment
Audience alignment review
Recommendations for improvements
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Custom-designed materials like brochures, business cards, or social media templates to support your branding across print and digital touchpoints.
What’s Included:Business cards, flyers, or brochures
Social media templates and graphics
Digital ad design (static or motion)
Branded presentation decks
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A fully branded website that aligns with your identity and supports your business goals, designed for seamless user experiences and brand cohesion.
What’s Included:Custom homepage and up to 5 interior pages
Mobile-friendly, responsive design
Integration of brand elements (colors, fonts, visuals)
User experience (UX) and user interface (UI) enhancements
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Retainer-based service offering consistent updates, new design materials, or consultations to ensure your brand stays fresh and impactful.
What’s Included:Regular updates to branding elements
Design support for ongoing projects
Creation of new digital and print assets
Bi-weekly or monthly check-ins to align on goals
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Empowering your team with branding insights through group workshops or one-on-one training sessions. Includes guidance on maintaining brand identity and leveraging design tools effectively.
What’s Included:Branding 101 for internal teams
Template usage training (e.g., Canva, Adobe)
Workshops on maintaining cohesive visual identity
Strategy sessions for scaling your brand
Selected Clients
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Makers For Humankind
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D. Watkins, New York Times Best Selling Author
Dr. Valencia D. Clay, Educator & National Geographic Explorer
Kondwani Fidel, Emmy Award Winning Author & Poet
Kezia Williams, Black Upstart
Raven Paris, Social Media Guru & Founder of CEO’s Evolve & Wealth Summit Live -
Google
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The Black Upstart
Muse 360
Organizing Black
United Voices For Change
United Negro College Fund -
Kinloch For Mayor
Baltimore Corps
City of Baltimore
Druid Hill Corporation
Enoch Pratt Library
Johns Hopkins
Maryland Public Television
Maryland Health Connection
Maryland Farmers Market
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We have worked with over 75+ small business owners in several industries from Baltimore, Detroit to LA over the past 11 years.