The Power of Unity: A Huntsville Small Business Hive’s collaborative Branding Session

In the vibrant community of Huntsville, Alabama, my group of small business owner friends all came together to create a memorable collaborative branding session. We captured the joys and benefits of collaborating with fellow business owners in our branding session. Through these wonderful ladies, I’ve learned the significance of building a supportive network within your local small business community.

Business owners laughing and interacting during their collaborative branding session.

Capturing Moments of Unity Through a Collaborative Branding Session

There’s something undeniably fun and heartwarming about gathering your friends and fellow business owners for a joint collaborative branding session. Not only does it allow you to capture authentic moments with the people you serve, but it also offers the opportunity for genuine reactions, shared laughter, and unforgettable memories that shine through in your images. We made sure to capture small groups of ladies that naturally work together on projects throughout our session together…and of course one big group shot of us all having fun together.

Business owners laughing and interacting during their collaborative branding session in Huntsville.

Bringing your friends and colleagues into your branding session places them in the context of the clients you serve. It shows your audience the faces behind your small business team, humanizing your brand and fostering a sense of trust and familiarity. Whether you’re sharing a hearty laugh or deep in conversation, these images convey the essence of your business and the relationships that make it thrive.

The Power of a Supportive Business Hive

In the world of small business, having a trustworthy network of fellow entrepreneurs can be a game-changer. This collaborative branding session was not just about capturing images; it was also about strengthening bonds, seeking advice, and identifying referral partners within my own small business Hive in Huntsville.

Our supportive network has ensured that we all don’t feel lonely as sole proprietors that work separately in our home offices on a daily basis. Having this group of girls provides me valuable insights, guidance, and a sense of camaraderie. As business owners, and moms, we all understand the challenges we face and can offer solutions or simply lend an empathetic ear when needed. We all truly believe that nurturing these connections, we not only build a stronger foundation for our own businesses but also contribute to the growth of the entire creative community in Huntsville.

These lady entrepreneurs not only created beautiful images with me but also strengthened our bonds that make all of our businesses thrive.

Thank you to each of these ladies that joined us (although we were missing a few important ladies):
Melody, My Size Marketing
Gina, Gina’s Balloons
Jacki, Salt & Paperie + Jacki Gil Designs
Amy, Grace Girl Beads
Gari-Ann, Kia & Co.
Rachel, Inspire to Engage
Sarah, SMD Coaching
(Missing: Amber,Joel & Amber Photography + Amanda, Growth Digital Marketing)

Sessions for these ladies that Kia & Co has done:

meet Gari-Ann

Gari-Ann Kia is an accomplished Branding and Product Photographer with a passion for helping creatives and professionals elevate their brand by showcasing their product, promoting their services, or simply enhancing their brand image. Gari-Ann's expertise in branding and product photography will help you stand out from the crowd. With years of experience in the field, Gari-Ann has honed her skills and developed a unique approach to visual storytelling that resonates with her clients and their target audience to help them stand out from the crowd.

Gari-Ann currently lives in the Washington DC area with her husband and two children. She enjoys traveling with her family, some of their favorite destinations have been Santorini, Wanaka, Paris, & Aix en Provence. In her free time, Gari-Ann enjoys giving back to her community by supporting fellow military spouses & their families and mentoring other small business owners.

Brand
Photographer