In every story, the villain changes the plot.


A verbal strategy consultancy for B2B companies raising the bar.

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When words lead, business follows

We partner with companies to define their markets through positioning and narrative, creating language that’s easy to use, repeat, and trust inside the company and out.

Inside our philosophy →

The companies rewriting the rules, write them with us.

We thrive in complex sectors:

Enterprise
Technology

Cloud, SaaS, Data Infrastructure

Intelligence
& Systems

AI, Automation, Analytics, Cybersecurity, IoT

Professional 

& Financial Services

Consulting, Advisory, Fintech

Emerging
Platforms

Edtech, Sustainability, Future of work

The model →

“The most strategically impactful experience I’ve had with an agency.”

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Katie Kregel
SVP Global Corporate Marketing, IDC

We enter the conversation at your high-stakes transition moments.

These are the points where what you say next defines what comes after.

Because power belongs to those who know what to say. When the message is clear and intentional, decisions move faster and patterns surface sooner.


Growth or investment

Articulate a vision that sells — rallying investors, teams, and the market around what’s next.


Shifts in perception or positioning

Take control of the narrative and claim the space you’ve already earned.


Product or platform expansion

Transform complexity into conviction — and make every message move business forward.


Make-or-break inflection points

Communicate with authority, build confidence, and drive decisions when the stakes are highest.


Explore the work →

“Villain becomes an indispensable ally to marketing leaders.”

When the work lands, leaders notice.

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Karen Vladeck
Chief Talent Officer
Risepoint Search Partners

The Brand Equation

Join thousands of leaders getting sharp takes on language, strategy, and the moments that decide growth.

ARTICLE

Why Speed Without Strategic Clarity Is Killing Your Q1

And a quick test to know if you’re ready for speed or need to pause before moving forward

ARTICLE

The Patterns That Separate Growing Brands From Stalled Ones

And tangible examples of what’s working from Firstsource, Sitecore, and IDC.

ARTICLE

Inside the brand shift that doubled growth, increased deal size by 60%, and added 40 enterprise clients... in just four months.

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Make your move.