Business Details
37 Years
experience
Transform Your Brand with Expert Branding Strategies
DBD International has spent over three decades transforming brands and redefining market landscapes. Founded on the principle that exceptional branding demands courage and clarity, our firm specializes in helping companies break free from commoditization and build unmistakable identities. With a client roster spanning startups, global corporations, and legacy brands, we combine deep industry expertise with a rebellious approach to strategy. Our methodology focuses on isolating brand differentiators, crafting compelling narratives, and developing visual systems that command attention. Recognized with over 330 international awards, we've helped clients achieve exponential growth by challenging conventional thinking.Our team brings decades of collective experience in brand architecture, storytelling, and market disruption. We prioritize long-term partnerships, ensuring brands remain relevant through cultural and technological shifts. Our work has been featured in major publications and endorsed by industry leaders like Daymond John and Grant Cardone. We operate with complete transparency, delivering measurable ROI through strategic ingenuity rather than empty promises. Our commitment to excellence has made us a trusted partner for organizations seeking transformative brand solutions.
Services
Brand Strategy
Rebranding
Brand Storytelling
Market Positioning
Visual Identity
Brand Architecture
Content Strategy
Leadership Branding
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 36 years of proven expertise in brand transformation.
- Our customized strategies avoid one-size-fits-all solutions.
- We've helped create unicorn companies through strategic branding.
- Our team includes award-winning branding experts with global recognition.
- We guarantee measurable ROI through brand differentiation.
What people say
Transformative brand strategy
Exceptional market differentiation
Proven business impact
Creative excellence
Strategic clarity
Services
Brand Strategy
Our brand strategy services help organizations establish clear market positioning through comprehensive research and competitive analysis. We identify unique differentiators and develop strategic frameworks that drive consistent brand messaging across all touchpoints. Our approach combines market insights with creative innovation to create brands that resonate with target audiences and deliver measurable business results.
Rebranding
We specialize in complete brand transformations for companies seeking renewed relevance in changing markets. Our rebranding process includes brand audits, identity development, and implementation strategies that maintain core values while modernizing market perception. We help organizations navigate cultural shifts and technological changes through strategic brand evolution that maintains customer trust while attracting new audiences.
Brand Storytelling
Our brand storytelling services create compelling narratives that connect with audiences on emotional and intellectual levels. We develop authentic brand voices and communication frameworks that convey organizational purpose and values. Through strategic content creation and multi-channel implementation, we help brands build stronger relationships with stakeholders and establish thought leadership in competitive markets.
Visual Identity
We create distinctive visual identities that translate brand strategy into powerful visual systems. Our design process focuses on creating memorable logos, cohesive brand guidelines, and adaptable visual elements that maintain consistency across all platforms. Our approach ensures brand assets effectively communicate organizational values while standing out in crowded marketplaces.
Market Positioning
Our market positioning services help brands establish clear, defensible positions within their industries. Through comprehensive competitive analysis and audience research, we identify strategic opportunities for differentiation. We develop positioning frameworks that align with organizational capabilities and market demands, creating sustainable competitive advantages that drive long-term growth and brand equity.
People
David Brier
Founder & Chief Brand Strategist
Award-winning branding expert with 36 years of experience transforming brands globally. Author of Amazon bestseller 'Brand Intervention' and recipient of 330+ international awards. Recognized by Daymond John and featured in major business publications. Specializes in creating market-disrupting brand strategies.
Questions
What makes DBD International different from other branding agencies?
We combine 36 years of experience with a rebellious approach that challenges conventional thinking. Our focus on market disruption and measurable ROI sets us apart from traditional branding firms.
How do you handle rebranding for established companies?
Our rebranding process preserves core brand equity while modernizing market perception through comprehensive audits, strategic positioning, and phased implementation that maintains customer trust.
Can you work with international clients?
Yes, we serve clients globally with virtual collaboration tools and localized market insights. Our team has experience navigating cross-cultural branding challenges across multiple industries.
What industries do you specialize in?
We work across diverse sectors including technology, healthcare, finance, consumer goods, and nonprofit organizations. Our methodology adapts to specific industry challenges while maintaining strategic consistency.
How do you measure branding success?
We track measurable outcomes like market share growth, customer acquisition rates, and brand equity metrics. Our approach focuses on delivering tangible business results through strategic brand development.
What's your approach to brand storytelling?
We create authentic narratives that connect emotionally with audiences while communicating clear business value. Our storytelling integrates across all brand touchpoints for consistent market messaging.
Reviews (6)
Steven Brier
Dec 11, 2020
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David Brier is a glib con man. I know I'm his older brother and put him in business. He is an illustrator selling branding because people do not know enough that ha knows very littler except about branding himself
Karen Miller
Oct 09, 2020
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David Brier is simply amazing. He re-branded my company and sales have more than doubled in 10 short months. He is brilliant - I would say a genius. He has a deep knowledge of business to start with, and a talent for getting at the very heart of what your business does, then enabling it to grow like crazy. So glad we found David Brier!
Chad Hawkins
Jan 27, 2015
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David's work on innovation is ahead of the game. Complicated for most he made it easy to understand.. When it comes to branding and advertising even communications the guy is a wizard.
Stu Sjouwerman
Jan 21, 2015
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David and I go a long way back. He helped me build an Inc 500 company which I later sold. I was retired for 5 days and decided to start my fifth IT company: KnowBe4. David is an incredible resource for branding and marketing, he and I created the name and positioning for KnowBe4, and we are growing well over 100% per year. The man is worth his weight in gold.
Justin Matthew Jmhhacker
Dec 26, 2014
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David is one of my go to guys for any business and branding advice. The guy knows his stuff. I especially love reading his articles in Forbes and Huffington Post. A great mentor I am glad to have him in my life.
Steven Chayer
Jun 18, 2014
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Before asking for David Brier's help with our brand, we struggled for several years to distinguish our 25 year old dance school from the competition. Having followed Davids work and writing for Fast Company, Forbes and his own blog, I reached out to him. David led us through the discovery process that identified the 'gems' we failed to recognize. As we prepare to unveil the materials that express who we are (or more accurately who we've been all these years), we are absolutely giddy with anticipation. Working with David is an absolutely delightful experience. He is confident yet humble, brilliantly
