About
Clearstart was born from a need for better solutions for founders.
You’re building something amazing. You’ve got the vision, the passion, and the drive. But let’s face it, marketing continues to get pushed to the side. Should you hire a full-time team, outsource to an agency that doesn’t quite get the startup life, or try to do it all yourself?
We get it. We’ve been there. That’s why we created Clearstart. We’re the marketing partner built for founders like you. We offer the strategic guidance and expertise of an agency with the hands-on execution of an in-house team.
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Philosophies
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Collaboration
We have partners, not clients. Success is only found if we go through this journey together, combining our unique strengths to create extraordinary results that exceed expectations.
Leadership
We’ve seen it all, we know what it takes to win, and we help you get there. We'll handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on what you do best.
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Empathy
We know the late nights, the endless pivots, the constant question marks. That’s why we see you as you are — human. Together, we’ll navigate every challenge and celebrate all the wins.
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Adaptability
Startups move fast. So do we. We’ve thrown out the red tape most agencies plaster everywhere so you get what you need when you need it — because not everything can be planned.
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Results
We don't just solve problems; we prevent them. By taking the weight of marketing off your shoulders, we empower you to focus on what truly matters: scaling your business.
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The Team
Meet your new team.
Get to know the people you'll work with day in and day out, all as dedicated to your growth as you are.
Ashley Kent
Ashley is the Founder of Clear Start Creative. Joining a startup as the first hire,she had the opportunity to experience first-hand what it is like to build acompany from the ground up and how frustrating it can be to try and run acompany while also trying to do a million things well.She launched Clear Start Creative in 2018 as a creative solution for smallerteams that need additional help reaching their marketing and sales goals. Sincethen, Ashley has helped over 20 companies with their branding and digitalmarketing needs by developing and launching integrated marketing strategiesunique to each business and their goals.
Ashley approaches company challenges by always looking at the big picture. Sheleverages an analytical and creative approach to implement integrated, strategicand effective solutions that drive company growth.In addition to her marketing expertise, she likes to think of herself as a trustedadvisor and valued partner to each of her clients, always being there to listenand provide advice when needed, whether it's about marketing or generalbusiness best practices.
Her favorite marketing specialties...
- Lead Generation and Conversion Strategies
- Strategic Website Copy and Conversion
- Lead Nurturing and Email Marketing Strategies
- Graphic Design
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Katie Brown
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Bronte Lebo
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Leigh Henson
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Nicole Gresham
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Madi Keck
Madi joined Clearstart in May 2024, bringing over eight years of agency experience and a knack for quirky creativity. Her career began in 2016 with a post-college internship that introduced her to the glamorous world of email design and development—a perfect stepping stone into web design. Since then, Madi has collaborated with a diverse range of clients on various projects—from websites and applications (her personal favorites) to printed materials, packaging, social media campaigns, and even some dabbling in animation and 3D design.
Her design philosophy revolves around ensuring that every website isn’t just another pretty face but one that feels tailored to fit your personality. Originality and authenticity are always top priorities.
When she’s not busy making the internet look better, you might find Madi helping strangers on Reddit identify fonts, sipping on a cocktail (preferably on or near the beach), doodling, or thinking about how much she loves Figma.
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Testimonials
I’ve worked with a lot of agencies in my career. And every time I end the relationship, I promise myself “never again.” So clearly I was skeptical when my team introduced me to Ashley and Clearstart. Fast forward four months, and here I am writing a testimonial for their amazing work. Clearstart is not an agency - they are an extension of our growth team. They bring new ideas, they are innovative, and they focus on what matters: tangible growth.
Clearstart has been a phenomenal partner to Credo. It’s not just that they do all the marketing activities we need, but they do them with extreme creativity and with a deep understanding of our business and what success means for us.
Clearstart is made up of world-class marketers and strategic thinkers. Not only will you get best-in-class marketing services, but you will get a company that acts as an extension of your team, which was imperative for our early stage startup. Without Clearstart, many of our initiatives and programs would have failed.
Shall we sync?
We look for founders who value marketing as a lever for growth as much as we do. If that's you, let's chat.
Not a form person? Email us at hello@theclearstart.com or give us a ring at 423-883-2002.
