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A Brand Vision for

8Gates Consulting

Presented by Sue Forrest @ Magnolia Brand Studio

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The Project

After several years in executive leadership roles in the nonprofit sector, including more than 25 years with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Ziva Raney felt called to return to her true passion—empowering mission-driven organizations to lead with vision, integrity, and strategy. When she relaunched 8 Gates Consulting, she partnered with Magnolia Brand Studio to clarify her message, refine her visual identity, and design a website that reflects her renewed purpose and professionalism.

Together, we uncovered the deeper story behind her work: a guiding commitment to help nonprofits strengthen governance, elevate leadership, and create sustainable impact. Through our Brand Clarity process, we refined her positioning, brand promise, and messaging framework to align with who she’s become and the organizations she serves today.

The result is a brand that feels grounded, intelligent, and assured—balancing Ziva’s warmth and experience with the authority and clarity her clients need. Her new website extends that same sense of guidance and trust, giving 8 Gates Consulting a confident presence as she reenters the consulting space with fresh energy and focus.

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"As a solo practitioner, going out on my own, having Sue Forrest as my partner was a game changer. She took the time to get to know me, my business, and my business plan. She listened to my passion and preferences and helped me develop my brand and image. She was patient with me and helped keep me on track. The talent she and her team bring resulted in a beautiful brand that makes me very proud and a website that fits me and my business."
Ziva Starr Raney

Are you ready to build a brand that feels like you?

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01 Define Your Superpower

We’ll uncover what makes you unique, ensuring your brand reflects your essence and creates personal connections with your audience right from the start.

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02 Clarify Your Audience

We’ll identify who your audience is, their desires, and challenges, so your brand resonates, stands out, and connects you with the right people.

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03 Build
Your Brand

I’ll transform our insights into a polished, authentic brand that excites you, making your first impression one that exudes confidence and authenticity wherever you show up.

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