
Phase 1 — Recieve and review project brief
Collaborated with Customer Success and marketing teams to understand the customer advocacy program's objectives and target audience needs. Conducted research on community psychology and recognition systems to establish brand positioning that would differentiate the Heroes program while maintaining alignment with Invoca's corporate identity.
Phase 2 — Visual Identity Foundation & Logo System Creation
Developed the core visual identity including primary logo design and multiple logo variants for different applications. Established the foundational brand elements that would serve as the cornerstone for all community touchpoints, ensuring scalability and flexibility across various media formats and use cases.
Phase 3 — Brand Ecosystem Expansion & Design Language Development
Created comprehensive brand guidelines including custom illustration styles, typography hierarchies, and color palette systems. Developed the visual language and design principles that would govern all Heroes-branded communications and materials, ensuring consistency and recognition across the program.
Phase 4 — Recognition System & Badge Design Implementation
Designed achievement badges and recognition elements that would serve as the program's core engagement drivers. Created tiered recognition systems and visual rewards that would motivate participation while fostering a sense of exclusivity and community pride among advocates.
Phase 5 — Template System & Asset Library Creation
Built comprehensive template systems and supporting design elements for various program touchpoints including event materials, digital communications, and promotional assets. Developed scalable design resources that would enable consistent brand application across all customer advocacy initiatives.
Phase 6 — Launch Coordination & Ongoing Brand Evolution
Partnered with Customer Success teams to implement the brand system across all advocacy program touchpoints. Maintained and evolved the brand identity throughout its four-year lifecycle, culminating in the successful transition to RevEx Heroes during Invoca's corporate rebrand while preserving community continuity and member engagement.
"Watching customers proudly display their Heroes badges and volunteer as speakers confirmed that strategic community branding can turn your best customers into your most effective sales team."
Natalia Burris — Sr. Design Manager
