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I NEVER EXPECTED
TO WRITE THIS...

After Johanna passed from cancer, I completely lost my capacity for BS.

Great loss brought with it great clarity.

What actually mattered? What was worth pursuing? What deserved time and energy? 

In Let’s Skip the Bull, I’ve compiled an essential toolbox of all the things that mattered to me after her death, all the things I wanted our kids to know in her absence.

I wrote it for our kids...but I've come to see there is something in here for others going through hard things or needing some real talk.

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If Your Brand Needs a Shot in the Arm, I'm Your Guy.

Let me help. I've worked both client side and agency side for two decades. I can speak the business language of leadership while retaining the soul of the creative team to help get your brand growing in the right direction.

Help Where You Need It

Direct to Consumer

Marketing

In the mail or in the inbox - catalogs, in home and digital advertising to drive
e-commerce traffic.

Creative Direction

Online & In-store

How does your brand show up online or in the windows of your retail experience? I can help your brand bridge the two.

Telling a Great

Brand Story

Stories are the most ancient version of advertising. A simple and memorable story will go a long way. How's yours?

Challenging

Lazy Design

Feel like your design team keeps pushing the same "this will get approved" button? Let's refresh that stale look.

High-Level Experience

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 BRAND STRATEGY 

DESIGN

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PHOTOGRAPHY

Feedback From Other Leaders

“After years of working and traveling along side Daryl, I can honestly say there are very few like him. His love for life, his creativity and his hope in mankind makes working with him seem like play.”

Adrian D. Parker

Uncle Nearest, Inc.

“I’ve had the opportunity to work with Daryl on many brand-related projects. He always brings a tremendous amount of energy and insight into each project. He's been a great creative and strategic partner and a great person to work and collaborate with.”

Neil MacKenzie

Regina Andrew

“I've known Daryl for almost 20 years. He is one of the most talented artists I've ever worked with. His willingness to push next-level ideas always results in happy clients.”

Will Smith

PetSmart

Let's Discuss 
Your Next Project

Fill out the form, or give me a call/text to

set up a consultation. 

Consult Availability:

Eastern Time, US - 6am - 4pm, Monday -Thursday

2300 Bedford Ave., Lynchburg, VA 24503

+1 540-816-0515

Thanks for reaching out. Look for an email/call soon.

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