Category: Branding & Visual Design

8 Aug ‘26

brand strategy process

Brand Strategy Process: Why a Logo Is Never Just a Logo

8 Aug ‘26

In: Branding & Visual Design, Case Study, Redesign, / By: Ripe Media / 0 Comments

There's a request Ripe Media's creative director Heather Richman hears more than any other: "We just need a logo." Her immediate thought? They probably haven't done the brand strategy...

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8 Aug ‘26

client relationships

Client Relationships: When the Real Goal Was Never the Project

8 Aug ‘26

In: Branding & Visual Design, Case Study, Web Design & Development, / By: Chris Simental / 0 Comments

Some client relationships come with warning signs you only recognize in hindsight. This is one of those stories. A Client Relationship Tale About twenty years ago, we got connected to a prospective...

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24 Jan ‘26

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Top 10 Web Design and Development Agencies (2026)

24 Jan ‘26

In: Branding & Visual Design, Web Design & Development, / By: Ripe Media / 0 Comments

Discover the web design and development agencies helping organizations build websites that drive real results. Top 10 Web Design and Development Agencies at a Glance Ripe Media (Los Angeles, CA) –...

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19 Jan ‘26

online reviews

Online Reviews Aren’t Optional

19 Jan ‘26

In: Branding & Visual Design, Client Services, Marketing, / By: Heather Richman / 0 Comments

A Strategic Guide for B2B and Nonprofit Organizations Most businesses know that online reviews influence buying decisions. What fewer organizations understand is how to actively manage their review presence—especially in the...

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24 Jul ‘25

web design and branding agencies

Best Web Design and Branding Agencies in LA Working with Nonprofits

24 Jul ‘25

In: Branding & Visual Design, Web Design & Development, / By: Ripe Media / 0 Comments

Finding the right creative partner for your nonprofit isn't just about pretty designs. It's about finding an agency that understands your mission, knows how to stretch every dollar, and can...

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20 Apr ‘25

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Web Design Consultant – The RIPE Way

20 Apr ‘25

In: Branding & Visual Design, Web Design & Development, / By: Ripe Media / 0 Comments

Hey there! If you’re a nonprofit, a growing B2B business, or a solo entrepreneur wondering how to make your website actually work for...

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10 Mar ‘25

freelance website designer

Why Hiring a Freelance Website Designer Could Be a Great Business Decision

10 Mar ‘25

In: Branding & Visual Design, Web Design & Development, / By: Heather Richman / 0 Comments

9 Reasons Why a Good Creative Brief is Vital for a Successful ProjectYour website speaks volumes before you ever say a word to potential customers. That crucial first impression...

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28 Feb ‘25

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Why Does Brand Recognition Help Businesses?

28 Feb ‘25

In: Branding & Visual Design, Business, / By: Heather Richman / 0 Comments

We all know the saying, "Don't judge a book by its cover?" Well, in the business world, that's exactly what people do! Your brand is the face of your...

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22 Feb ‘25

branding agency los angeles

Branding Agency Los Angeles: Top 10 Expert Solutions

22 Feb ‘25

In: Branding & Visual Design, Business, Los Angeles, / By: Ripe Media / 0 Comments

Ever watched a brand transformation that made you think, "Wow, who did that?" Chances are, one of Los Angeles' elite branding agencies was behind it. In a city...

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16 Nov ‘24

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10 Inspiring Examples of Web Design to Wow Your Visitors

16 Nov ‘24

In: Branding & Visual Design, Mobile App Design & Development, Web Design & Development, / By: Ripe Media / 0 Comments

Are you looking for some inspiration to take your web design to the next level? Look no further! In this article, we will showcase 10 awe-inspiring examples of...

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Some clients come to us saying "we just need a logo." That`s usually a sign the real work hasn`t started yet.

Our creative director Heather Richman breaks down why a logo without strategy behind it is just a graphic, and what our discovery process actually looks like before a single pixel gets designed. New episode of Ripe Insights is live, link in bio.

#BrandStrategy #LogoDesign #DesignProcess #NonprofitBranding #DigitalAgency

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Some clients come to us saying "we just need a logo." That's usually a sign the real work hasn't started yet.Our creative director Heather Richman breaks down why a logo without strategy behind it is just a graphic, and what our discovery process actually looks like before a single pixel gets designed. New episode of Ripe Insights is live, link in bio.#BrandStrategy #LogoDesign #DesignProcess #NonprofitBranding #DigitalAgency

Tonight we had the honor of celebrating 25 years of Wildwoods LA! 🎉

RIPE has been proud to partner with Wildwoods for over a decade, and it’s been one of the genuine highlights of our work.

This evening also brought another special moment as founder Dwain announced his retirement. Dwain, your vision and dedication built something truly lasting. We’re grateful for every year of partnership and wish you nothing but the best in what’s next. 🌿

#nonprofitorganization #nature #outdoors #frogtown

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Tonight we had the honor of celebrating 25 years of Wildwoods LA! 🎉RIPE has been proud to partner with Wildwoods for over a decade, and it’s been one of the genuine highlights of our work.This evening also brought another special moment as founder Dwain announced his retirement. Dwain, your vision and dedication built something truly lasting. We’re grateful for every year of partnership and wish you nothing but the best in what’s next. 🌿#nonprofitorganization #nature #outdoors #frogtown

What does digital equity look like in practice?

For LA County’s Justice, Care & Opportunities Department, it meant creating a one-stop, open-access resource hub for community-based organizations working with justice-involved individuals and families.

The Incubation Academy Resource Hub brings together training, funding opportunities, events, and practical tools; designed to be easy to maintain, easy to navigate, and built to grow.

This is the kind of work we love. Where thoughtful design meets real-world constraints and real community impact.

🔗 incubationacademy.org

#DigitalInfrastructure #PublicSectorDesign #NonprofitTech #CivicDesign #CapacityBuilding #LosAngeles

@lacjcod

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What does digital equity look like in practice?For LA County’s Justice, Care & Opportunities Department, it meant creating a one-stop, open-access resource hub for community-based organizations working with justice-involved individuals and families.The Incubation Academy Resource Hub brings together training, funding opportunities, events, and practical tools; designed to be easy to maintain, easy to navigate, and built to grow.This is the kind of work we love. Where thoughtful design meets real-world constraints and real community impact.🔗 incubationacademy.org#DigitalInfrastructure #PublicSectorDesign #NonprofitTech #CivicDesign #CapacityBuilding #LosAngeles@lacjcod

When your marketing starts acting strange… 👻
#HappyHalloween from RIPE #hallowen #marketing #silentmovie #horror #1920s #caligari

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When your marketing starts acting strange… 👻#HappyHalloween from RIPE #hallowen #marketing #silentmovie #horror #1920s #caligari

✨ What is Human-Centered Design—and how do you actually do it?

It’s more than a buzzword. It’s a mindset: start with people’s needs, design around their challenges, and refine until the experience feels effortless.

In this Reel, we break it down step by step:
👥 Understand users
🎯 Define the problem
💡 Ideate & prototype
🔄 Test & iterate

When it’s done right, design feels invisible—because it just works.

#HumanCenteredDesign #DesignThinking #UserExperience #UXDesign #CreativeAgency #BrandStrategy #DesignMatters #RipeMedia

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✨ What is Human-Centered Design—and how do you actually do it?It’s more than a buzzword. It’s a mindset: start with people’s needs, design around their challenges, and refine until the experience feels effortless.In this Reel, we break it down step by step:👥 Understand users🎯 Define the problem💡 Ideate & prototype🔄 Test & iterateWhen it’s done right, design feels invisible—because it just works.#HumanCenteredDesign #DesignThinking #UserExperience #UXDesign #CreativeAgency #BrandStrategy #DesignMatters #RipeMedia

📚 eLearning vs. Webinars: which one actually helps people learn?

Spoiler: One scales, sticks, and saves you time. The other… disappears when the Zoom call ends.

If you’re training teams, onboarding clients, or turning expertise into a product—this is worth knowing.

👉 Want to build something that actually works? DM us. We make it easy.

#eLearning #OnlineTraining #InstructionalDesign #DigitalLearning #WorkplaceTraining #LearningAndDevelopment #CorporateTraining #RemoteLearning

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📚 eLearning vs. Webinars: which one actually helps people learn?Spoiler: One scales, sticks, and saves you time. The other… disappears when the Zoom call ends.If you’re training teams, onboarding clients, or turning expertise into a product—this is worth knowing.👉 Want to build something that actually works? DM us. We make it easy.#eLearning #OnlineTraining #InstructionalDesign #DigitalLearning #WorkplaceTraining #LearningAndDevelopment #CorporateTraining #RemoteLearning

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