Branding, Launch Support & Local Growth

Project Snapshot

Industry: Food and Beverage

Region: UAE (Local Focus)

Business Type: Vegan Coffee Shop with Concept Bazaar

Solutions Provided: Branding and Graphic Design, Social Media Management, Digital Marketing, Strategy and Consulting, Digital Presence, Specialized Services

Duration: 6 months (Launch Support with Retainer)

The Challenge

The owners were first-time entrepreneurs launching a vegan coffee shop with an artsy concept store inside.

Located on a quiet side road, the shop struggled with foot traffic and visibility. They needed a full brand identity, supplier guidance, social media presence and help building recognition in the local market.

There was no digital infrastructure in place and the business had to gain traction quickly after opening.

Our Strategy

We focused on building a strong identity both visually and digitally to support a successful launch and long-term growth.

  • Create a brand identity that reflects the shop’s vegan, artistic and community-driven values
  • Build local awareness and digital presence to overcome location challenges
  • Establish credibility and appeal through professional design and messaging

Implementation

Objective: Build a cohesive brand for a memorable coffee shop experience

Action: Created a full brand kit including logo, brand colors, typography and tone of voice. Designed branded materials for merchandise and takeaway packaging

Result: A recognisable identity that customers connected with in-store and online

Objective: Generate interest and footfall through digital channels

Action: Launched and managed Instagram and Facebook pages. Built a content calendar featuring menu items, behind-the-scenes, local vendor spotlights and bazaar highlights. Developed a paid ad strategy for local reach

Result: Grew online following and increased awareness of the location and concept

Objective: Improve discoverability online and drive physical visits

Action: Created and optimised Google Business profile with updated hours, imagery and product highlights. Added map pins to major delivery platforms

Result: Improved local search ranking and more inquiries through Google Maps

Objective: Create consistent and eye-catching materials across all customer touchpoints

Action: Designed flyers, posters, menu boards and social media graphics. Aligned all assets with the brand’s visual identity

Result: Increased brand recall and better engagement online and in-store

Objective: Help new entrepreneurs set up with the right tools and vendors

Action: Advised on sourcing coffee beans, packaging and merchandise. Helped negotiate with local vendors and created branded takeaway containers and café merchandise

Result: Reduced setup delays and improved consistency across customer experience

Tools & Platforms Used

Design: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Canva
Web and Listings: Google Business, Instagram, Facebook
Ads and Analytics: Meta Ads Manager, Google Analytics
Collaboration: Google Workspace, WhatsApp Business

Results

  • Instagram follower growth: +300 percent in first 3 months
  • Increase in map views and listing engagement on Google
  • Boost in daily walk-ins through social content and paid ads
  • Positive feedback on branding and store concept from customers

Client Testimonial

“We had the concept and passion but didn’t know where to start.
The branding made us look professional from day one and the support with everything else took so much weight off our shoulders. People always comment on how pretty everything looks.”

Owner, Vegan Coffee Shop

Key Takeaways

Strong branding can give small businesses a big presence even in quiet locations

Social media and local SEO are critical for discovery and credibility

First-time founders benefit most from hands-on support across branding, marketing and operations