hello@thebrandcontrast.com

Transforming Brands For Growth

A city scape of chicago and london

We are...

Built to endure

Consumer obsessed

Three studios, one team

Fueled by creativity

We are...

Built to endure

Consumer obsessed

Two studios, one team

Fuelled by creativity

Culture is the foundation of our approach, driving human-centric design with a relentless focus on consumer behavior. We are consumer-obsessed, ensuring that every brand experience is rooted in deep insights and future-forward thinking.

We operate as consultative partners, working collaboratively with our clients to anticipate market shifts, emerging trends, and evolving consumer expectations. By staying ahead of the curve, we equip brands with the foresight and agility to lead their categories, outpace the competition and deliver relevance in an ever-changing landscape.

Through the lens of Brand World and packaging, we craft holistic brand ecosystems that drive differentiation, strengthen equity, and foster meaningful consumer connections. Our strategic perspective ensures that brands are not only visually compelling but also positioned for sustained growth and long-term impact.

What’s makes us different

Confidence.

Creative strategy rooted
in human truths.

We have a unique approach where we tap into insights around today’s culture, context, category and consumer behavior and uncover real world opportunities for your brand.

Agility.

Collaboration is at the
heart of what we do.

As humble partners, we prioritize listening to our clients’ needs and consistently go above and beyond to provide exceptional support and deliver outstanding results.

Competitive.

Big thinking,
bold creativity.

In a world of limitless creativity, we are small but mighty—blending big-agency expertise with a streamlined, fresh approach that delivers impact without the fluff.

Our creators.

Matt Clemens

Matt Clemens Founder & Managing Partner

Chicago

Claudette Munroe Managing Director

London

Harvey Foster Founder &
Executive Creative Director

London

Carrie Mapes

Carrie Mapes Director of Account & Strategy

Chicago

Tim Poplett Client Services Director

London

Our team of relentless innovators harness the energy of contrasts, seamlessly blending tradition with innovation, subtlety with impact, and familiarity with novelty. We listen to what consumers love, loathe, and need more of in their life. With relentless curiosity, we figuratively walk in their shoes to investigate their wants, needs, and aspirations.

See our work