I (Tyler) am a leader, strategist and designer who specializes in taking a concept from idea to market by working with my partners to assess their problem(s), build their brand identity and set their roadmap. No matter the task, whether the project is early stage or established, my approach is simple: be smart, be nimble and be creative; building each project with the same excitement I had when I started 20 years ago, but with today's perspective.
Capabilities:
Brand Direction
- Naming
- Positioning
- Message Pillars
- Purchase Drivers
- Market Strategy
- Brand Guide


Design
- Identity
- Illustration
- Packaging
- Web
- Interior
Consulting
- Strategy
- Operations
- Procurement
- Pricing
- Market Analysis
- Hiring

Management
- Social Media
- Writing
- E-Commerce
- Photography
- Video
- Marketing
Product Development
- Research
- Design
- Prototyping
- Sourcing
- Manufacturing
- Freight
Case Studies:
Misc. Goods Co.
Owner, Designer, CEO, Etc. 2012-∞
Branding:
- Naming
- Positioning
- Pillars
- Strategy
- Drivers
- Guide
Design:
- Identity
- Graphic
- Product
- Interior
Operations:
- Hiring
- Procurement
- Manufacturing
- E-Commerce
- Marketing
- Fulfillment
Management:
- Wholesale
- Creative s

Celaya Tequila
Brand Director, Consultant & Manager 2019-2023
Directing:
- Branding
- Go to Market Strategy
- Operations
- Sourcing
- Manufacturing
- Web Design
- E-Commerce
- Hiring
- Photography
- Video
- Writing
Consulting:
- Bottle Design
- Identity Design
- Positioning
- Brand Pillars
- Brand Messaging
- Marketing
- Fundraising
- Art Direction
- Packaging
- Distribution

Pete's Pirate Life
Coin Drop: Creative Director, Designer & Manufacturer 2022
Creative:
- Research
- Strategy
Design:
- Product
Manufacturing:
- Sourcing
- Production

Dropbox
End of Year Gifting: Consultant, Product Design & Manufacturer 2018
Consulting:
- Concept
- Strategy
- Creative
- Roadmap
Design:
- Product
Manufacturing:
- Incense
- Loose Leaf Tea
- Tea Cup
- Match Holder
- Soy Candle
- Playing Cards
- Soap + Dish
Director:
- Project Mgmt.
- Sourcing
- Filling/Packing
- Fulfillment

Testimonials:
I’ve been working with Tyler for over a decade (which is hard to believe). Tyler is one of the most gifted people I’ve had the pleasure of working with. There is a sense of originality, integrity, and craft in his work and everything he does, which comes from knowing who he is as a person, artist, designer, and business owner.
—
Josh Dennis
CEO, Crossway
Tyler brings a clear, poignant and creative point of view to every project we work on with him. It’s refreshing to work with a professional that can be both decisive and creatively open at the same time. I know that for each collaboration we do with him the roadmap will be clear, the process will be smooth and the end result will be excellent.
—
Ryan Galanaugh
CCO Nadus Films
We worked with Tyler to develop a series of 4 unique gift boxes for all 3,000 of our employees. Tyler made both our creative process & production logistics seamless. What I admire most about working with Tyler is his open mind & eagerness to collaborate, bringing his expert knowledge of design, manufacturing, materials, & vendor relations that were instrumental in executing our project on time, delivering such a memorable and thoughtful gift experience to our employees.
—
Dropbox
Internal Team
Tyler has proven over the years to not only design unique, beautiful products to consumers, but he continues to lead his business and industry with intense creativity, boldness, and vision. The leadership and beauty that his projects bring to each space is unrivaled.
—
Lauren Winn
COO, Leadership Reality
I’ve been watching Tyler since 2015 grow from being a small boutique free-lance graphic designer to a full fledge entrepreneur, leader and business consultant. I’ve seen him work with his clients to develop nimble and creative solutions to the many problems that arise within each unique market. I am always excited to see what project he will take on next and the many ways that he will bring value to it.
—
Terry Gill
CEO, Unity Aluminum
Tyler has created two different business brands for me and both have aged beautifully. His design sensibilities are impeccable. He’s also designed and manufactured two different custom – did not exist in the world – physical products for my brands with a third design on the way. Product design and manufacture is his true superpower. The quality and craftsmanship of these products are incredible. I routinely look at these products in my hands with amazement. And my clients love them.
—
Jason Myhre
Exec. Director, Eventide CF&I
Working with Tyler was a dream ... we had such a strong vision for the project and Tyler was able to come in and blow it out of the water. He didn’t just take what was on paper, but he put his heart and mind into the project and we were able to walk away more excited than when we even started the project. Almost 5 years later and it’s still one of my favorite projects i’ve got to be a part of ... it’s standing the test of time.
—
Jacob Boyles
CD, Elevation Church
Tyler sees the creative world in a way most don’t. He is extremely creative, thoughtful, energetic and brings a unique eye to every project I’ve partnered with him. I love working with Tyler and his team because I know the results will always be dynamite.
—
Clay Cook
Owner, Clay Cook Photography
I’ve been working with Tyler on creative bottle development and production since 2019, most impressive is Tyler’s vision and commitment to design. On the two glass brands Pavisa developed with Tyler was completely hands-on listening intently to glass and decorating experts brought into the process, quick to understand technical issues, and faster still with the right decision.
—
Mark Baxter
Pavisa Glass
Working with Tyler on our investment firm’s rebrand was a fantastic experience. He listened to our desires, understood our business model, and used his expertise and creativity to deliver a product that exceeded our expectations. The deliverables were top-notch, and the communication throughout the entire process was a true joy.
—
Michael Hall
Partner, Launch Capital
Product Design Archive:


Ceramic Flask
2014


Solid Cologne
2017


Slim Wallet
2013


Soy Candle
2020


Vanity Mirror
2015


PPL Brass Coin
2020


Incense Holder
2019


Playing Cards
2012


Leather Case
2014


Eau De Cologne
2019


Ceramic Decanter
2015


KS Enamel Pins
2022


Natural Deodorant
2018


Cologne Gift Box
2022


Canvas Dopp Kit
2018


Uncut Sheet
2017


KS Hat
2022


Wooden Hard Case
2018


KS Shirt
2022


Long Wallet
2019


Roll-On Collogne
2015


Uncut Sheet
2017


Leather Belt
2020


Bar Soap
2017


Coil Chiller
2018
Print & Paint Material:

Adventure Time
Cartoon Network
Cover Design & Illustration / Layout / DVD / Spot & Endsheet Illustrations / Drop Cap Design (Show more).

Hallelujah Here Below
Elevation Worship
Cover Design / Iconography / Spot & Border Illustrations (Show more).

Archaeology Bible
Crossway Books
Custom Font Design / Art Direction / Cover Design / Dust Jacket Design (Show more).

Dead Flowers Mural
Access Ventures
Mural Design & Concept / Art Direction / Process & Execution System (Show more).

Goodness of Work Zine
Big Cartel
Comprehensive Design / Art Direction / Layout / Photo Editing / Project Management / Production (Show more).

House of the Public
Original Makers Club
Mural Design & Concept / Typography (Show more).

Noble Lookbook
Noble Jeans
Comprehensive Design / Art Direction / Layout / Photo Editing / Project Management / Production (Show more).

Pilgrims Progress
Crossway (Unused)
Cover Design / Art Direction / Dust Jacket Design (Show more).
Logos, Icons & Illustrations:


Journey Church
Logo & Brand Design + Collateral
2016


El Bread
Logo Design, Print Material
2019


Misc. Goods Co.
Logo Design, Print Material
2012


Misc. Goods Co.
Logo Design
2012


Metaleap
Icon Design & Illustrations
2023


Launch Capital
Logo & Brand Design + Guide
2020


Sojourn Music
Logo Design
2015


Aroh Co.
Collateral Graphic
2017


Bellweather
Logo & Brand Design + Guide
2014


Aroh Co.
Logo Design
2017


Wooden States
Logo & Brand Design + Guide
2014


Misc. Goods Co.
Illustration
2012


Cleaver Supply
Logo Design
2019


Personal Work
Illustration
2018


Original Makers Club
Logo Design
2017


Leadership Experience
Logo & Brand Design + Guide
2019


Personal Work
Illustration
2014


Redeemer Church
Logo & Brand Design + Guide
2018


Woodlands Pork
Logo & Brand Design + Guide
2018


Personal Work
Illustration
2015


Crossway Books
Illustration
2016


Personal Work
Illustration
2012


Madison Coffee & Tea
Logo & Brand Design + Guide
2019


How You Create
Logo & Brand Design
2019


Unused but I like it
Logo Design
2014


Hope Renewed
Logo & Brand Design + Guide
2013


Elevation Worship
Icon set
2019


Misc. Goods Co.
Illustrations
2018


Original Makers Club
Icons
2016


Misc. Goods Co.
Belt Art
2015


Original Makers Club
Event Typography
2016


Unused
Logo
2014


Pete's Pirate Life
Coin Illustration + Design
2018


Crossway
Archaeology Bible Icon
2018


Grace Family Farm
Logo
2014


Personal Work
Cardinal Illustration
2019


Type Fight
U
2014


New Albany Indiana
Parks Logo
2018


Crossway
Pilgrims Progress Icon
2018


Cartoon Network
Adventure Time Endsheet
2015


Journey Church
Alt Logo
2017


Misc. Goods Co.
Underhill Emblem
2016


Cartoon Network
Dropcase Letter Set
2019


Original Makers Club
Event Logo
2015


Use All Five
Unused Logo
2014


Boyce College
Mascot Illustration
2014


Personal Work
Illustration
2013


Personal Work
Typography
2015


Quills Coffee
Art
2013


Personal Work
Illustration
2019


Sojourn St. Vincents
Logo
2016


Personal Work
Illustration
2012


Context Coaching
Logo
2011


Personal Work
2013


Personal Work
Adoption Fundraiser Art
2014
Many things to many
people at many
different times
:)