BRANDING AGENCY IN NASHVILLE
We work with people we enjoy & brands we believe in.
Huckleberry Branding is a branding agency in Nashville that specializes in graphic design, website development, and SEO. Our expert team of designers, developers, and SEO specialists fuse their creative and strategic talents to design and deliver effective, progressive solutions for our clients to drive leads, customers, and raving fans to their businesses.
OUR TEAM
Meet the Huckleberries
Mariko Hickerson
CEO
Mariko believes that a great story lies at the heart of every business and that elegant simplicity is the key to a powerful brand. She is a former San Diego journalist turned Nashville marketing professional whose greatest desire is to build a business that is enjoyable to work in every day.
- Globe Wanderer 90%
- Coffee Addict 60%
- Rock ‘n’ Roller at Heart 10%
Molly Hannula
Creative Director
Molly is an L.A. Art Institute graduate with more than 20 years of experience in the world of design. From brand strategy and conception to print marketing, magazine and catalog design, Molly has a proven track record building powerful visuals for businesses in all formats and media.
- Cat Lover 100%
- Stand-Up Comedy Junkie 80%
- Globe Traveler 60%
Jason Gresalfi
Website Director
Jason genuinely loves the opportunities for creative problem-solving and artistic expression that his work brings every day. He firmly believes that building great client relationships is the key to delivering outstanding website and digital marketing solutions.
- Rock Climber / Runner 97%
- Hot Buttered Toast Aficionado 100%
- 1970’s Movie Geek 80%
Emily Davidson Nemoy
Content Manager
Emily leverages data to guide content strategies and ensures projects stay on track. She crafts blogs, social posts, emails, and web content that drive client success. Emily manages accounts, builds client partnerships, and leads special projects as needed.
- Yogi 90%
- Live Music Fan 85%
- Travel Enthusiast 85%
Melissa Miles
Paid Search Strategist
Melissa is a PPC guru who joined the Paid Search arena 11+ years ago and strives to consistently deliver no-bull results for our clients. She has worked on brands of every size across just about every vertical, and she believes accurate data is the foundation to a strong PPC program.
- Nature Freak 95%
- Cheesecake Addict 88%
- Â Entrepreneur Wanna-Be 70%
Eric Hebert
SEO Strategist
Eric has been studying the ins and outs of search engine optimization for the last 20 years and enjoys every opportunity to build effective campaigns and strategies for clients. As a lifelong learner, Eric stays ahead of the constant shifts in search algorithms and emerging LLM technologies..
- Comic Book Character Creator 100%
- Creative IP Builder 70%
- Website Tinkerer 50%
WHAT WE BELIEVE IN
Core Values
Reliable
We do what we say we’re going to do. We own our tasks and responsibilities, and we don’t drop the ball when the team of our clients are relying on us.
Commitment to Excellence
We’re not perfect, but we are committed to continuous self-improvement and strive to bring our best every day.
Can Do Attitude
We love a good challenge, and we don’t wait for difficult issues to resolve themselves. We tackle challenges head on and are proactive in leading the resolution.
Team Players
We believe the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. We fuse our talents and work toward common goals in order to succeed together.
HOW WE WORK
Our Process
Discovery
We start with a discovery session where we get to the heart and soul of your business. During this consultation, we ask a lot of questions and listen intently to learn more about your business, your competition, target audience, business goals, and biggest challenges.
Strategy
In order to map out the best marketing strategy to meet your needs and budget, we dive deep into evaluating how your business stacks up against the competition, how your brand is perceived among your audience, and identify what is working and what isn’t.
Action
Once we map out your business’ strategic marketing road map, it’s time to put that plan into action! We offer a number of marketing services including creative design, web development and inbound digital marketing campaigns to help market your brand effectively to the right audience.
Measurement
Through ongoing collaboration and meaningful metrics, we help take your brand to the next level with integrated, measurable marketing campaigns. We measure every action we take to ensure you have a clear understanding of your ROI for each marketing activity. With the right tools in place, your marketing strategy improves and becomes even more effective over time.
OUR NON-NEGOTIABLES
What You Can Expect
Timely Support
Your time is valuable, and we understand that. We provide prompt, timely service to ensure you get what you need right when you need it.
Clear Communication
Great things happen when everyone is aligned. When it comes to clarity, we don’t play games. We value transparency and clear processes.
Solutions-Oriented
No matter the challenge, we strive to identify and implement effective, innovative solutions that drive measurable results.
Easy to Work With
We believe in making the process enjoyable and stress-free, focusing on collaboration and flexibility to meet each client’s unique needs.