Your Expert Navigators
Strategic thinking. Practical creative support
NAV is a Toronto branding and web design studio helping clinics, nonprofits, and established service organizations communicate clearly, strengthen their credibility, and confidently move into their next stage of growth.
We combine brand strategy, visual identity design, Squarespace development, copywriting and collateral design to create practical systems that work across digital and physical touchpoints. Some clients arrive with a complete brief. Others know their current brand or website is no longer working but need help identifying the right solution.
In both situations, NAV provides clear direction, thoughtful execution and guided support from the first conversation to final delivery.
Meet the Team
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Andrew Osei | Founder, CEO & Creative Strategy Director
“Andrew Osei is NAV Branding’s Creative Strategy Director, shaping the ideas, messaging, and digital experiences behind the work. Drawing on his background in media, marketing, storytelling, and web design, he helps purpose-driven brands clarify who they are, communicate with intention, and connect more meaningfully with the people they serve.“
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Dotun Aketepe | Partner & Chief Operating Officer
“Dotun Aketepe oversees the systems, planning, and operational discipline that keep NAV’s projects moving from strategy to delivery. He aligns client goals, messaging, budgets, schedules, and teams across web, print, campaigns, and media, helping ensure every project is delivered with clarity, consistency, and accountability.”
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Hala Jajo | Project Manager
“Hala leads NAV projects from kickoff through delivery, keeping timelines, priorities, and collaborators aligned along the way. She helps turn client needs into clear next steps, removes roadblocks, maintains quality, and ensures each project moves forward with structure, accountability, and care.”
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Bernice Offei | Project Coordinator
“Bernice keeps NAV’s projects organized and moving behind the scenes. She supports the team by coordinating project details, following up on assets and information, managing administrative tasks, keeping trackers up to date, and helping ensure clients and creatives have what they need to keep work progressing smoothly.”
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Antonio Luna | Production Manager
“Antonio Luna oversees the production side of NAV’s work, coordinating photography, video, print, vendors, timelines, and final deliverables. With strong visual judgment and a practical approach to execution, he helps turn NAV’s creative direction into polished, consistent client experiences from concept through completion.“
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Andrew Buckley | Copywriter
“Andrew Buckley supports NAV’s content and messaging through copywriting for websites, campaigns, and brand communications. Drawing on his background in film and storytelling, he focuses on clear, engaging writing that helps clients communicate their ideas effectively and consistently.”
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Shayne Weiss | Graphic & Web Designer
“Shayne supports NAV’s creative work through graphic design, branding, layout, and illustration. She brings a thoughtful understanding of design principles and visual communication, with a focus on creating work that is clear, distinctive, and well-suited to each project.“
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Marcellina Asare | Graphic Designer
“Marcellina Asare works with NAV as a graphic and brand identity designer, combining creativity with strategic thinking. She works across logo design, visual identity, marketing collateral, and digital design, creating clear and cohesive visuals that help clients communicate their ideas and strengthen their brand presence.“
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Kevin Asamany | Graphic & Web Designer
“Kevin supports NAV’s creative work across brand identity, website design, packaging, and print. He focuses on translating project goals into clear, functional design while maintaining consistency, quality, and attention to detail throughout the creative process.“
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Stanley Makafui | Web Designer
“Stanley Makafui works with NAV as a web designer, translating the NAV Branding system into clear, polished, and intuitive digital experiences. Known for thoughtful execution, he applies NAV’s Zero Friction philosophy and aesthetic to create websites that are visually balanced, easy to navigate, and purposeful for both clients and their audiences.“
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Roberto González Sosa | Graphic Designer
“Roberto contributes across graphic design, illustration, and photography, bringing a versatile visual skill set to NAV’s creative work. He focuses on strong composition, thoughtful execution, and consistent visual storytelling across a range of client projects.“
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Richmond Ofori Atta | Graphic Designer
“Richmond approaches design as a way to solve problems, communicate ideas, and create meaningful experiences. He brings curiosity, resourcefulness, and a thoughtful creative process to each project, with a focus on developing practical visual solutions that connect with people and serve a clear purpose.“
THE NAV METHOD
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Step 1: Discovery & Consultation
We begin by understanding your unique needs and vision. Our team conducts an in-depth consultation to gather insights about your brand, goals, and target audience. This ensures that we tailor our design solutions to align perfectly with your objectives.
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Step 2: Strategy & Planning
Next, we develop a comprehensive strategy that outlines the project’s scope, timeline, and deliverables. This plan serves as a roadmap, guiding our creative process and ensuring that every element is designed to achieve your desired outcomes.
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Step 3: Design & Development
Our talented designers and developers bring your vision to life. Through a collaborative approach, we create visually stunning and highly functional designs that resonate with your audience. We keep you involved at every stage to ensure your feedback shapes the final product.
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Step 4: Launch & Support
Once the design is finalized and approved, we launch your project with precision. Our support doesn’t end there; we provide ongoing assistance to ensure your brand continues to thrive. Whether it’s updates, maintenance, or additional enhancements, we’re here to help.