a growth consultancy for founders who give a damn.
we're found forward
we aren't inspired by increasing shareholder value or adding multiple zeros to some one-percenter's pocket. we're most excited when we're doing work that actually means something to people who care about what they're building.
for us, growth isn't just about revenue for the sake of it (though, don't get us wrong, we love revenue). it's about helping you build something sustainable that actually helps people and doesn't eat you alive in the process.
here's why our clients trust us
we're brutally honest.
we'll tell you if something isn't going to work. we'll tell you if we're not a fit. we'll tell you when we don't know the answer to something. we aren't interested in posturing or putting up a front. we shoot it to you straight, every time.
we're buttoned-down.
when you work with us, you're working with actual human beings. we don't "circle back" or throw jargon around. we're a pretty casual team, and we take pride in forming genuine connections with everyone we work with.
we whole-ass everything.
we're literally incapable of half-assing anything. so, sometimes that means we have to establish firmer boundaries or take on less work to ensure we can meet our own quality standards. we'd burn our business down before we "threw something together."
we're actually experts.
we aren't influencer-turned-marketers. we have a proven track record of getting killer results, like a 90% reduction in cac, $10m acquisition, $250k launch, $77k mrr, and we've worked with top brands, like betterhelp, sweatblock, and artisan.
let's make the most tedious parts of growing
your business simpler and clearer.
our values
empathy.
we actually care about people. you. your customers. your team. our team. and all the humans impacted by the work we do. we believe good marketing starts with understanding and caring about humans, and we only want to work with founders who care, too.
impact.
more leads and sales are great, but they're not the whole point. we want your business to grow because it helps people. because it creates jobs. because it changes your life. and we want our company to succeed for the same reasons. real impact is the goal. marketing is just the vehicle.
presence.
we're only here on this planet briefly, and we're wild about making the most of it. not in a productivity/achievement way (of course, we like that), but more in a mindfulness sort of way. that means being present in our work, but also with our family, our friends, our hobbies, and our community.
think we'd be friends? let's link up.
we practice
what we preach
our values aren't just words on a page. we truly care about our people and our community.
for our team:
4 weeks PTO (that you must use for real time off)
unlimited sick days and holidays. because we're all better at our best.
$250 home office budget so our team has what they need.
$500 annual education budget because we believe in investing in people, not just roles.
2 weeks notice on our side, too. if we need to part ways, our team deserves the same heads up that we do.
a culture of autonomy and trust. we don't track hours, we track deliverables.
for our community:
we donate 1% of revenue every year to causes we care about
we donate free resources and consulting to underserved entrepreneurs
we’re a pledge 1% company. every year, we donate 1% of our revenue to causes we care about because building a good business means giving back to the community that supports it.
the humans behind
found forward
rachel africh, founder
hobbies: when i'm not in the weeds with clients, i'm probably building my other business hive ambition, playing music, watching reality tv, or spending as much time in nature as my allergies will allow.
family: i'm married to an absolute gem (maurice africh) who makes every day magical, and i'm a dog mom to the world's crankiest chihuahua.
if you're into personality tests: enneagram 3w2, hd 5/1 emo-manifestor, gemini sun/aries moon/sagittarius rising…i'm also an oldest daughter… and it's obvious.
🌏 asheville, north carolina
heritage elizabeth, head of marketing operations
hobbies: when i'm not working, you'll probably find me sleeping (no shame), deep in a good book, watching movies i've already seen twelve times, or getting my hands dirty growing things.
what i care about outside of work: i'm obsessed with the idea that you can literally put a seed in dirt and watch it become something. that's also kind of why i love marketing ops. just saying.
if you're into personality tests: enneagram 8, hd 3/5 emotional generator. i care deeply, act on it loudly, and then need a full day to recover.
🌏 ibadan, nigeria
charie gaversa, administrative coordinator
hobbies: i love going to nature, especially the beautiful beaches here in the philippines - they’re my favorite vacation spot. i also enjoy trying new things like surfing, atv driving, and other fun adventures. i’m also a big animal lover (dogs and cats!), and i enjoy cooking and filming in my free time.
family: i’m family-oriented, an eldest daughter, married, and we have two furbabies.
if you're into personality tests: infj, enneagram type 3, hd 2/4 projector
🌏 davao city, philippines
want to work with us?
if found forward sounds like your kind of place, drop your resume and tell us why you think we’re a fit here. (please note: we're not actively hiring, but we check here first when we’re looking for someone. )
think we'd vibe? let's find out.
book a free discovery call and we'll figure out the best way to work together. no pressure or hard pitch. just a real conversation about your business.