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The Lifelong Jam

Whether he’s making music or building brands, Jay Sharfstein knows it’s all about listening and creating together.

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Community Builders: A Legacy Rebuilt for the Future

A veteran-led construction firm with deep community roots gets a revitalized brand system.

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Erika Baking Equipment: Where Bakers Rise

Splendor refreshed Erika’s visual identity and messaging to elevate a trusted name in bakery equipment.

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5 Signs Your Website Is Hurting Your Brand (and What to Do About It)

Your website shapes how people see your brand. Learn five signs your site needs an update and how to fix them.

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Crafting a Coastal Luxury Brand: SURFHOUSE Asbury Park

A bold identity and elevated design brought coastal living to life at SURFHOUSE Asbury Park.

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The Importance of Networking: Building Bridges to Success

Success isn’t solo. Discover how authentic networking fuels opportunity, mentorship, and growth.

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Brand Strategy that Works: Lessons from a Glass of Scotch

Whether it’s a single malt or a brand strategy, Mark Cerame appreciates what patience and craft can create.

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Advertising’s Shift: Commercials to Boosted Posts

The old playbook said: reach everyone. The new one says: reach the right ones. Digital strategy today is less noise, more nuance.

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Inside Index Engines’ Brand Transformation

Discover how our team gave Index Engines a powerful new identity through strategy and bold design.

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40 Years of Surfing Applied to Creativity and Leadership

Surfing & creativity have an innate connection. Founder & CEO Adam Taylor talks about the lessons surfing has taught him about creative work & agency leadership.

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2025 Definitive Guide to Choosing the Right Web Design Partner

The ultimate guide to help B2B companies choose the best web design partner and solution for their business. Free downloadable worksheet to help you plan.

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Forbes Agency Council Article: Why In-Office Work Often Still Wins For Culture, Creativity And Growth

Adam Taylor shares lessons from Splendor’s transition back to in-person work, challenging assumptions about remote productivity.

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Engineering a Stronger Brand for ERA

This structural engineering leader needed a strong brand identity to reflect both their expertise and their ambitious future.

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Earth Day 2025: How Small Steps Make a Big Difference

Since 2019, the Splendor team has ventured out each month to PickItUp! On Earth Day 2025, we had a great day and gathered a TON of garbage.

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Forbes Agency Council Article: Creative Freedom Vs. Oversight When Hiring An Agency

In his Forbes article, Adam Taylor explores the balance between creative freedom and oversight when hiring an agency.

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Going Once, Going Twice, Sold: REA’s Brand and Website Transformation

Discover how Splendor revamped Robert Edward Auctions’ brand and website, enhancing user experience and digital impact.

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How to Choose the Right Website Design Agency for Your B2B Business (Without Wasting Time or Budget)

Enterprise level website design is a different animal than what a typical digital agency can provide. This article provides easy, actionable guides to cut through the noise and partner with a web design firm that is on your level.

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Forbes Agency Council Article: Brand Differentiation Strategies

In today’s competitive marketplace, standing out is more crucial than ever. Adam Taylor, CEO of Splendor, shares expert insights on the art of brand differentiation. Learn how to define your brand’s value proposition, maintain consistency, and establish trust to thrive in a crowded market. Read the full article for a deeper dive into effective brand differentiation strategies.

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Category-Agnostic vs. Specialized Agencies: Which Drives Results?

Choosing between a category-agnostic agency and a specialized agency can significantly impact your brand’s success. Specialized agencies bring deep industry expertise but may lack fresh perspectives. On the other hand, category-agnostic agencies leverage cross-industry insights to drive innovation and adaptability. Discover which agency type aligns best with your business goals in our latest blog.

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Architecting a Future-Forward Brand: Posen Architects’ Digital Overhaul

Splendor partnered with Posen Architects to redesign their website and refresh their branding, creating a sophisticated digital experience that highlights their leadership in architecture and attracts top-tier talent.

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VioletPR

Violet PR’s Rebrand Story: A New Look for a Leading Boutique PR Firm

Violet PR’s rebrand and website transformation elevated their boutique PR presence. A fresh visual identity and custom WordPress site enhanced their storytelling, improved user experience, and boosted SEO. The result? A stronger brand and an ongoing creative partnership with Splendor.

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Why Brand Authenticity Is the Only Currency That Matters

Authentic brands build trust and loyalty by staying true to their values. Discover why boldness and authenticity are key to standing out and driving long-term success.

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Splendor Sweeps 2024 GDUSA, Tops 300+ Lifetime Awards

We’re proud to share that Splendor has won eight 2024 GDUSA Awards! Six websites, an infographic, and logo design, and our team is proud of the creativity behind these projects. Check out what makes them special!

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4 Wins, 1 Team: Splendor Shines at the Davey Awards

We’re proud to share that Splendor has won four 2024 Davey Awards! Two websites and two brochure designs earned these international honors, and our team is proud of the creativity behind these projects. Check out what makes them special!

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Monmouth Academy of Ballet Unveils Its New Home

Explore Monmouth Academy of Ballet’s 10-year growth and new Broad Street studio. Learn how Splendor’s marketing has driven success for this top Red Bank, NJ ballet school.

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Splendor’s Growth in Red Bank (RENJ Article)

Featured in RE-NJ: Now a full-service creative agency with a team of 15, Splendor has worked for the likes of Russo Development, SJP Properties, Onyx Equities and J&L Cos.

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Investing in Brighter Tomorrows

Custom video production for a new initiative by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County, NJ. On location, live-action video shoot with amazing results.

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The Insurance category is boring? Not here it’s not.

BlueChip Underwriting Services, a leading Managing General Agent (MGA) specializing in insurance, deal, and litigation services, knew they needed something fresh. Which is why they recently reached out to Splendor to develop their new brand positioning and new website.

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101 Hudson: Redefining Jersey City’s Iconic Skyline

Check out how Splendor was able to create a new website, new logo, and new brand position to tell the modernized, transformative story of 101 Hudson as the premier destination for businesses in Jersey City.

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Creativity is Your Last Unfair Advantage in Business

  Splendor believes an educated client is our best client. Stay tuned to our blog for insight into the world of everything design, web, and digital media. Have something to add? Connect with us on LinkedIn – we’d love to hear from you.

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The Role of Human Intelligence and Creativity in the Age of AI

So much talk today is centered around the implications of technology, specifically AI, in our modern age. Where will AI take us? How will it change marketing? Our lives? The world?

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Visual Lease Animated Video Series

Splendor created a series of world-class animated video segments with comprehensive motion graphics, elements, and extensive video editing for real estate technology company Visual Lease.

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Sustainability & Green Marketing: Genuine vs. Greenwashing

  Splendor believes an educated client is our best client. Stay tuned to our blog for insight into the world of everything design, web, and digital media. Have something to add? Connect with us on LinkedIn – we’d love to hear from you.

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Allied Group Rebrands & Launches New Website

Splendor recently was tasked with revitalizing and refreshing the online presence of Allied Group, a commercial renovation and construction services company known for its specialized processes and its meticulous attention to detail.

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In The Sea of Sameness, Everyone Drowns

Here’s the hard honest truth; no one cares about your company, your products, and your messaging – until you make them care.

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CRE Awards

It’s a CRE bling thing.

What’s better than continuously being recognized for outstanding CRE branding and marketing? Not much, really.

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GDUSA Awards

Splendor Wins 7 GDUSA Awards

GDUSA recognizes and awards excellence in design work. Splendor is proud to announce six American Digital Design award wins this year.

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Technology is a powerful tool. Creativity is the way to optimize it.

While many companies invest in advanced technology, true success comes from harnessing the power of human intelligence and creativity.

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Starfield Companies Launch New Website

With a new name and identity in hand, Starfield Companies looked to Splendor for a website design that reflects the company values.

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Certasure

Sensient Food Colors Certasure Video

Sensient Food Colors and Splendor teamed up to create an illuminating video about Certasure, their premier food colorant safety program.

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Splendor Expands to Jacksonville, Florida

Splendor goes interstate! Proud to announce our new office in Jacksonville, Florida.

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Why Law Firms Need Branding

Branding is important in any industry. Law firms and legal professionals are seeing the benefit of working with a design agency, like Splendor, to help build their brand identity and brand messaging.

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Sordoni Construction Rebrands as SOCO Construction

Sordoni Construction, a leader in the AEC industry, partnered with Splendor to breathe new life into their website.

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Splendor’s Unmatched Approach in Branding

Splendor is known as being a creative powerhouse, turning ideas into reality. Companies turn to Splendor to develop their brand and tell their story.

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Artificial Intelligence’s Effect on Marketing and Creative Agencies

Artificial intelligence seems to be integrated into every facet of life these days, with marketing and creative agencies being no exception.

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