About
Clearstart was built for the messy middle.
You're past PMF. You're not yet at scale. You've got traction, but a number and system that still isn't moving the way it should.
We've been there, as the CMO, CRO, and COO inside growth-stage and PE-backed healthcare companies. So we built the team we wished we could've hired: senior operators, working together, accountable to revenue, all focused on driving change.
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Philosophies
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Collaboration
We have partners, not clients. Success is only found if we go through this journey together, combining our unique strengths to create extraordinary results that exceed expectations.
Leadership
We’ve seen it all, we know what it takes to win, and we help you get there. We'll handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on what you do best.
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Empathy
We know the late nights, the endless pivots, the constant question marks. That’s why we see you as you are — human. Together, we’ll navigate every challenge and celebrate all the wins.
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Adaptability
Startups move fast. So do we. We’ve thrown out the red tape most agencies plaster everywhere so you get what you need when you need it — because not everything can be planned.
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Results
We don't just solve problems; we prevent them. By taking the weight of marketing off your shoulders, we empower you to focus on what truly matters: scaling your business.
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The Team
Meet your new team.
Get to know the people you'll work with day in and day out, all as dedicated to your growth as you are.
Ashley Kent
Ashley is the Founder of Clear Start Creative. Joining a startup as the first hire,she had the opportunity to experience first-hand what it is like to build acompany from the ground up and how frustrating it can be to try and run acompany while also trying to do a million things well.She launched Clear Start Creative in 2018 as a creative solution for smallerteams that need additional help reaching their marketing and sales goals. Sincethen, Ashley has helped over 20 companies with their branding and digitalmarketing needs by developing and launching integrated marketing strategiesunique to each business and their goals.
Ashley approaches company challenges by always looking at the big picture. Sheleverages an analytical and creative approach to implement integrated, strategicand effective solutions that drive company growth.In addition to her marketing expertise, she likes to think of herself as a trustedadvisor and valued partner to each of her clients, always being there to listenand provide advice when needed, whether it's about marketing or generalbusiness best practices.
Her favorite marketing specialties...
- Lead Generation and Conversion Strategies
- Strategic Website Copy and Conversion
- Lead Nurturing and Email Marketing Strategies
- Graphic Design
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Damon Sgrignoli
Keely Hungate
Brittany Gaines
Joe Hinderstein
Isabella Garcia
Rachel Doll
Madi Keck
Madi joined Clearstart in May 2024, bringing over eight years of agency experience and a knack for quirky creativity. Her career began in 2016 with a post-college internship that introduced her to the glamorous world of email design and development—a perfect stepping stone into web design. Since then, Madi has collaborated with a diverse range of clients on various projects—from websites and applications (her personal favorites) to printed materials, packaging, social media campaigns, and even some dabbling in animation and 3D design.
Her design philosophy revolves around ensuring that every website isn’t just another pretty face but one that feels tailored to fit your personality. Originality and authenticity are always top priorities.
When she’s not busy making the internet look better, you might find Madi helping strangers on Reddit identify fonts, sipping on a cocktail (preferably on or near the beach), doodling, or thinking about how much she loves Figma.
Jules Gordon
Hannah Seibert
Maddy Keller
McKenna Malott
Testimonials
You're not saying, ‘we only do this little slice, so let’s just do the website’. Clearstart brought the whole go-to-market picture to the table… It’s like, what are the business problems… you’re seeing the broader scope of the go-to-market revamp/rebuild that we need. That’s super helpful for me.
I’m very happy, and especially the team you have assembled for us. More importantly, I’m hearing resoundingly positive feedback from my colleagues, and it is echoing across the organization to folks who aren’t directly engaged in the work. You're the perfect fit for this engagement. I'm so excited we're working with you.
Clearstart has been a phenomenal partner to Credo. It’s not just that they do all the marketing activities we need, but they do them with extreme creativity and with a deep understanding of our business and what success means for us.
Let's build what's next.
We partner with a select number of clients at any given time. Inquire about our availability and discover if we're the right fit for your vision.
Not a form person? Email us at hello@theclearstart.com or give us a ring at 423-883-2002.
