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Turning start-up underdogs into industry alpha wolves

Santoro Design transforms early-stage e-commerce and tech start-ups into powerfully competitive businesses through strategic branding and website design.

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Your brand’s growth starts here.

In an ever-evolving global marketplace, having a business that stands out amongst the competition is crucial. Converting new customers is a make-or-break. Brands just being “online” isn’t enough—they need to keep delivering value to carve out their spot in the market.

It’s all tough work to do alone. This is where we come in.

With our 10+ years of creating impactful e-commerce and tech brands, we’ve been able to empower our clients with the tools to scale seamlessly, connect authentically, and convert confidently. Our strategic approach not only unlocks new opportunities for their growth, but ultimately creates a better, stronger brand for their companies.

We’re pleased to meet you. Now, let’s get to work.

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Our Studio Specialties

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SERVICE 001: BRANDING

Rooted in Strategy, Grown By Design.

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SERVICE 002: INTERACTIVE

Designed To Scale, Built To Convert.

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SERVICE 003: CREATIVE PRODUCTION

Visually Delightful, Made To Connect

FEATURED CASE STUDIES

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FEATURED CASE STUDIES //

CASE STUDY 001

Puff Herbals

Branding / Interactive / Creative Production

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CASE STUDY 002

Lynn Music Foundation

Branding / Interactive / Creative Production

CASE STUDY 003

FUJIMI

Branding / Interactive / Creative Production

TESTIMONIALS

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TESTIMONIALS //

  • Santoro Design made my branding dreams come true.

    I had a specific vision for my rebrand, and Chris and his team refined and polished that vision into something truly better than I ever imagined. We get constant compliments and our packaging is so alluring that our retail presence is growing quickly. I can't recommend Santoro Design enough!

    — Lian Bruno, Founder of Puff Herbals

  • Working with Santoro Design was an absolute delight!

    Their consultation was of the highest quality, as they grasped our brand's essence and transformed it into innovative concepts, captivating presentations, and meticulous design work. Their exceptional work has been pivotal in our brand's rejuvenation and success.

    — Syeda Gul-E-Khansha, Marketing Director

  • This experience 
was truly exceptional, and I cannot recommend them highly enough.

    “From our first call, Santoro Design 
went out of their way to ensure I 
knew this was going to be a different kind of design process.…From a rough 
idea, to polished gold. They helped 
with brand strategy & identity, web, packaging and product design, and even ad creation. This experience 
was truly exceptional, and I cannot recommend them highly enough.”

    — Tim Chrisman, Founder & CEO of Fully Human Supplements

  • I’d recommend Santoro Design for any startup’s branding or design needs.

    "We had a delightful experience working with Santoro Design on our startup branding for Ompractice! Chris led us through a deeply collaborative, thorough process – we had a lot of fun working together. Chris was patient throughout each step, and ultimately helped us create a brand identity that resonated with both our team and our community. I’d recommend Santoro Design for any startup’s branding or design needs.”

    — Sam Tackeff, Co-Founder, Ompractice

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Santoro Design Is Part of 2024 RI Start-Up Week!

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