Consultancy Plus

Boutique specialization and attention with big agency capabilities

We only take on a few select projects at a time so you always get the A-Team

Guided Support

From senior consultants with real-world experience

Flexible Processes

That adjust to your needs

A Tested Platform

That gets you to market faster…and better

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Tired of being pitched one team only to never see them again?

You bought into the people and processes you were pitched only to find yourself meeting an entirely new team who doesn’t know you…or what you were sold.

XO has no B team.

You meet with us, you work with us.

Derek Phillips

Scott Donnell

Scott and Derek both have over 20 years of experience working with the biggest brands in the world. We apply what we’ve learned to your projects and business opportunities. There isn’t much we haven’t seen before and we like digging into the new challenges we do find.

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  • We have deep experience in our target verticals
  • We speak your language from the start and can apply our learnings to your projects
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Flexible, tested processes

  • Our processes are guidelines that facilitate work, not dictate it
  • You don’t need to adjust to a new, unfamiliar process
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Success Story

OIA Global

Problem statement: Brand needed updating to meet a rapidly changing industry

How XO helped solve it: Refined the client’s values and cultural maxims, crafted a video script and storyboard,  and created office signage.

Result:

  • Strategic alignment for the global leadership team
  • A high level of employee engagement with project surveys, workshops, and launch
  • A high level of employee satisfaction with project deliverables
  • Project phases completed on time and within budget

Success Story

ECOnorthwest

Problem statement: Messaging and web presence felt outdated and out of alignment with who they are as an organization

How XO helped solve it: Created a new logo, messaging, and visual identity supported with a redesigned website

Result: Beautiful website with new branding and messaging, delivered on time and to great applause. New logo and messaging delivered on time and adopted quickly by entire firm.

Read the Case Study

ECOnorthwest

Brand Identity, Messaging, and Website for Leading Research Firm

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FAQs

How big is the team on my project?
Typically, your project team includes both senior consultants as the primary resources on your account. Occasionally we pull from our talent bench with real-world experience tailored to your specific needs. That’s the “Plus” of Consultancy Plus. We can stretch from custom web builds to shooting television commercials, freeing you from having to do more agency searches. We can act as your strategic hub for all your brand, design, and communication needs.
What kinds of fees do you charge?

Our fees vary based on the project’s scope and complexity, but we see ourselves as a value model. We can provide world-class agency quality, without the high fee structure. This is due to our focus on design thinking to accelerate projects and reduce waste, as well as our staffing model to limit overhead. For an example of typical web pricing, see our process post here.

Why should I go with XO?
XO offers personalized attention, senior consultants, flexible processes, and a tested platform that ensures fast and effective delivery. There are more traditional large agencies out there, and there are some benefits to their model. Clients love working with XO because you can form a long-term relationship with the principles on your work, and the quality matches what larger and more expensive agencies can provide. A mid-size organization is our most common client size – ones that need world-class agency work and value relationships, and often lack the budget to engage a global agency.
What industries do you specialize in?
We have deep experience in various verticals, including nonprofit, health and community care, energy and renewables, and consultancies.
What is the XO Spark framework?

XO Spark is our unique WordPress framework, providing best-in-class UX, customizable design, and pre-optimized budget efficiency. Learn more about our website creation process here.

How do I start working with XO?

Simply contact us through our website to discuss your challenges, and we’ll tailor a solution to meet your needs. Reach out to Scott directly here or fill out the contact form here.