Strategy, Branding & Design Partners

Great positioning starts with clear messaging and purpose. As a creative leaders, I  provide brand strategy, visual communications planning and direction, creative design, websites that sale, and memorable experiences. I am your creative resource and consulting partner functioning as a seamless extension of your business.

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Why Choose Design Mind Studio?

With 25 plus years of experience, I offer value, professionalism, and a pleasant experience! My goal is to communicate and serve; to collaborate and co-create; and to deliver focused solutions & high value.

  • From the start, I take time to truly understand you — your story, your goals, your values. Through immersive brand workshops and open collaboration, we co-create a brand that feels like you and speaks directly to your ideal audience.

    What that means for you: No generic templates. Just thoughtful, custom-crafted work that reflects who you are and where you’re headed.

  • I don’t just make things look pretty (though they will). I start with strategy — audience insight, business goals, and brand clarity — and layer in creativity to bring your brand to life in a way that’s bold, meaningful, and aligned.

    What that means for you:  A brand that doesn’t just impress — it connects, converts, and grows with you.

  • Working with me is a high-touch, human experience. I listen deeply, collaborate closely, and stay fully engaged from start to finish. You’ll feel supported and creatively empowered at every step.

    What that means for you:  You’ll never feel lost in a sea of clients — you’ll feel seen, heard, and energized by the process.

  • With over 25 years in brand strategy, visual communication, and creative direction — plus over a decade as an educator — I know how to guide you from idea to execution with clarity and care.

    What that means for you: You get a creative lead who brings both vision and precision — and a design-build team that handles the visuals and the tech seamlessly.

  • Think of DMS as your own small-but-mighty creative studio. When your project needs more muscle — websites, writers, developers, illustrators, or fabricators — I tap into a trusted network of pros. We expand when needed, but always keep the experience personalized.

    What that means for you: Agency-level quality, without the agency ego. Just creative solutions, tailored to your brand — and a smooth, collaborative journey from start to launch.

How We Can Help

Strategy & Direction

  • Brand Audit

  • Brand Strategy & Positioning

  • Visual Identity Systems

  • Naming, Creative Ideation and Direction

Visual Identity

  • Brand Identity Design

  • Visual Communications

  • Collateral

  • Annual Reports

  • Events & Promotions

Collaborative Services

  • Custom Websites

  • 1 Day Websites

  • Branded Messaging

  • Illustrations

  • Photography

How We Approach Our Work

Strategic. Creative. Human.

I love this work — and I’m good at it. I blend sharp strategy with bold creativity to craft brands that connect, convert, and grow. Through experience, immersive workshops, and close collaboration, I clarify your message, map your audience, and align your brand with what really matters: your customers’ needs.

Real Results. Real Relationships.

No cookie-cutter solutions here. I roll up my sleeves, get to know your business inside-out, and design smart, striking visuals that reflect your values and spark action. Strategy meets soul.

Brand Magic with a Backbone

From your brand voice to the customer journey, every touchpoint matters. With over a decade as an educator, I bring storytelling chops, empathy, and clarity to every project—turning your big vision into real-world traction.

I’m Your Creative Ally

With 25+ years in branding, creative direction, website design, and visual communication, I bring curiosity, clarity, and a collaborative spirit whether we’re launching, evolving, or refreshing your brand.

Collaborations

We listen, ask questions, collaborate, and  strive to become a seamless extension of your business, by building a trusting relationship based on mutual respect and purpose. I collaborate with high end professional to cover all of your creative needs!


We think like artists, execute like strategists, and deliver like pros.

KATIA LORD - BRANDING

With a background spanning more than two decades, Katia is a master at listening to her clients to create visual identities that perfectly capture the essence of any business.

MELISSA DEMAYO - WEBSITES

With a talent for building stunning, user-friendly websites, she transforms digital spaces into engaging experiences.

Client Testimonials

  • "Katia is an excellent business partner who has supported the Solenis, Pool Solutions business for nearly a decade, or more. As a client of Katia, I can attest to her hard work, flexibility and creativity. She was there through our brand restaging and helped with creative projects such as product labels, catalogs, social posts, website creative, tradeshow creative, etc. She brought enthusiasm, excellent design skills and always met her deliverables on time. I enjoyed working with Katia through these last few years and would absolutely recommend her for any creative needs! Feel free to contact me if you require any additional information.”

    — Maria Felton

  • “Our Prevention Research Center team at Morehouse School of Medicine worked with Katia for several years so there was no question once we were awarded funding for a new research center that I wanted Katia to be a part of our communications team. Katia was patient with us as we worked together to develop branding and logo for the center. She has been extremely flexible with changing deliverables to meet the needs of the center. The graphics she designed have helped establish our center and we frequently receive compliments on our flyers and various designs that Katia created. I am grateful for our connection and look forward to continuing our work together.”

    — Latrice Rollins

  • “I felt heard, seen, and importantly- so grateful to find someone with the experience and knowledge to translate my ideas and aspirations into visual storytelling! The process was at once both structured and dynamic. Katia’s ability to deeply listen, both to my ideas, and to her own inner intuition during the design process is truly her super power! Katia was bold enough to recommend strategies that flew in the face of what I thought I needed - and the result was iconic! I loved one of the marks she designed so much that I tattooed it on my arm. - If that isn’t a testimony for the deep resonance of our work together I don’t know what is!”

    — Alison Johnson

  • “Design Mind Studio owned by Katia Lord does an amazing job! Over my 21 years as a business owner, there's simply no other partner that's brought the commitment and results that they have. I would hardleiy recommend them and am sure they'd bring real value to your business and initiatives.”

    — Scott Pate

  • “I have worked with Katia while at Life University for 5 years now, I am a marketing project manager and we outsource our design projects and creation for a variety of things. Katia always responds in a timely manner, brings creative ideas to the table, and ensures that we are going to have the best final product possible. We turn to katia often for our higher end projects for leadership and VPs across campus we trust her work and are always satisfied with what she creates for our team at LIFE.”

    — Lindsey Saef

  • “Katia is my "go to" professional for graphic design. She is wonderful to work with, very timely and very creative. Her experience is rooted in helping business owners like myself present a professional and creative image that she tailors to the specific industry. Large company, or small company, if anyone needs a "go to" graphic designer and artist, and all around "creative director", Katia Lord at Design Mind Studio is who you should call.”

    — Clifford Crider

Ready To Get Started?

We know you're busy growing your business and want to focus on the work that makes you happy.

Working with the Design Mind team is easy.

STEP 1

Discover

Rome wasn't built in a day and great marketing materials aren't either. I spend a lot of time learning all about you, what you do, and why you're great to ensure your marketing materials reflect every bit of YOU!

STEP 2

Create

I and my collaborators works side by side through every step of your project to ensure the look, feel, and words all come together perfectly to connect and engage your dream clients on marketing you're proud to shine.

STEP 3

Implement

This is where the magic happens, and everything comes to life as your your branding and messaging are integrated into your most important and diverse marketing materials.

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