Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Full-Service Marketing Partner in Houston
Design At Work is a full-service marketing firm based in Houston, Texas, dedicated to helping businesses effectively market their products and services through a strategic combination of talent, experience, and true partnership. Since 1990, we have been branding businesses in Houston, leveraging decades of industry expertise to deliver top-level results. Our approach centers on collaboration, execution, and partnership, ensuring that your marketing efforts align seamlessly with your business goals. As an extension of your team, we provide the capabilities of a seasoned in-house marketing department without the overhead of hiring and training new staff. Our services span branding, logo design, rebranding, brand management, integrated marketing, graphic design, copywriting, content marketing, advertising, marketing strategy, public relations, digital marketing, email marketing, online marketing, social media advertising, social media marketing, web development, and search engine optimization.We pride ourselves on offering a flat monthly retainer fee structure, eliminating surprise fees and contracts while maintaining flexibility to adapt to your evolving needs. Our team of industry experts, including graphic designers, copywriters, web developers, and digital marketing specialists, works cohesively to create customized solutions that set your business apart. With a proven process refined over 30 years, we transform your business into a well-oiled branding, marketing, and advertising machine. Our client testimonials highlight our accessibility, transparency, and ability to integrate seamlessly into leadership teams, making clients feel like their sole focus. We serve diverse industries, including financial services, healthcare, industrial and construction, nonprofit, professional services, restaurant and hospitality, retail, and technology.
Services
Branding
Logo Design
Digital Marketing
Web Development
Social Media Marketing
Advertising
Content Marketing
Public Relations
SEO Services
Marketing Strategy
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- Decades of experience in branding and marketing since 1990
- Full-service agency with in-house experts across all disciplines
- Transparent flat monthly retainer fee structure
- Award-winning team recognized as Houston's Best Branding Agency
- Proven integrated marketing process for measurable results
What people say
Extremely easy to work with
Transparent with costs and time
Flexible and willing to make changes
True extension of our company
Constantly go above and beyond
Services
Branding
Our branding services create cohesive identities that define your business's unique value. We develop holistic brands through strategic research, visual identity creation, and messaging frameworks. With expertise in brand positioning and market differentiation, we help businesses establish strong market presence. Our process includes competitor analysis, brand audits, and identity systems that ensure consistency across all touchpoints. Clients benefit from increased brand recognition and customer loyalty through our tailored approach.
Digital Marketing
We deliver comprehensive digital marketing solutions that drive engagement and conversions. Our services include SEO, social media marketing, email campaigns, and paid advertising strategies. By combining data-driven insights with creative content, we help businesses maximize their online visibility. Our team specializes in creating integrated digital campaigns that align with business objectives while maintaining brand consistency. Clients receive regular performance analytics to optimize ROI and improve digital marketing effectiveness.
Web Development
Our web development services create functional, visually compelling websites that serve as effective marketing tools. We focus on user experience, technical SEO, and responsive design to ensure optimal performance across devices. The process begins with audience research and information architecture, followed by custom design and development. Our maintenance services keep websites secure and up-to-date, while analytics integration helps track performance metrics and inform future improvements.
Social Media Marketing
We develop strategic social media campaigns that build brand awareness and engage target audiences. Our services include content creation, community management, and paid social advertising across major platforms. By aligning social strategy with overall marketing goals, we help businesses maintain consistent brand messaging. Performance tracking and regular reporting ensure continuous optimization of social media efforts to maximize engagement and conversion rates.
Marketing Strategy
Our strategic marketing services create roadmaps for business growth through data-driven decision making. We develop comprehensive marketing plans that integrate branding, digital initiatives, and traditional marketing channels. The process includes market research, competitive analysis, and goal setting to create actionable strategies. Our team implements and monitors these plans, making data-informed adjustments to ensure marketing efforts deliver measurable business results.
People
John Lowery
Founder and CEO
A creative visionary with a background in illustration for NASA and art direction at major advertising firms, John founded Design At Work in 1990. His leadership combines artistic expertise with business strategy, driving the agency's creative direction while managing Humble Donkey Studio art gallery in Texas.
Tricia Park
President
With over 20 years of experience at Design At Work, Tricia transitioned from account management to leadership roles, becoming President in 2018. Her business administration background and focus on process optimization help clients achieve marketing excellence while balancing her passion for travel and tequila cocktails.
Kelcey Hesse
Executive Vice President / Account Director
A strategic marketing leader with a journalism background, Kelcey has driven successful campaigns since joining in 2006. Her expertise in mass communication and account management, combined with karaoke enthusiasm, makes her a dynamic force in client relations and team leadership.
Danielle Craddock
Executive Vice President / Account Director
A graphic design graduate with boutique agency experience, Danielle brings compassionate leadership to client relationships. Her focus on VIP service and Houston restaurant exploration reflects her commitment to both professional excellence and community engagement.
Allison Garcia
Senior Copywriter & PR Director
With journalism roots and public relations expertise, Allison crafts compelling narratives that elevate client visibility. Her community involvement and sports fandom complement her strategic approach to media relations and content creation for business growth.
Questions
What services does Design At Work offer?
We provide full-service marketing including branding, digital marketing, web development, advertising, social media management, SEO, and strategic marketing planning tailored to your business needs.
How does your integrated marketing approach work?
Our approach combines branding, digital initiatives, and traditional marketing under one team to ensure consistent messaging across all channels while aligning with your business objectives.
What industries do you serve?
We work with clients in financial services, healthcare, industrial/construction, nonprofit, professional services, restaurant/hospitality, retail, and technology sectors.
How are your pricing structures organized?
We use a transparent flat monthly retainer fee system with no surprise charges, allowing predictable budgeting while maintaining service flexibility.
What makes your agency different from competitors?
Our combination of creative excellence, 30+ years of experience, dedicated account management, and commitment to becoming an extension of your team delivers unique value.
How do you measure marketing success?
We track performance through regular analytics reporting, ROI analysis, and goal alignment to ensure continuous optimization of marketing initiatives.
