Saphē
‍ ‍Studio

Bringing your vision to light with strategy, clarity, and intention.

Dana North — Founder

Every brand I build starts with a vision that deserves to be fully seen —

And the woman behind it.

Saphē Studio is a home for women building businesses in the margins of their life — multi-faceted, multi-hyphenate women who carry both ambition and a full life. I build brands rooted in strategy, built for execution, and designed to reflect the level you're actually operating at.

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How I Can Help

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My Story Probably Started A Lot Like Yours

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I didn't come to brand strategy and design through a straight line. Like many women, I've worn a lot of hats — digital marketer, brand strategist, communications team leader, creative, mother. But what I kept coming back to, over and over, was this: the brands that move us are the ones rooted in truth.

For over 15 years, I've worked in digital marketing—building campaigns, growing audiences, leading teams, and helping brands connect with the people who need them most. I've created and managed successful marketing campaigns that grew audience size, resulted in increased sales, and ultimately transformed lives.

I've seen what works and what doesn't. I've learned that strategy without soul feels hollow, and creativity without clarity falls flat.

So I built Saphē Studio as a bridge between
the two.

I specialize in brand strategy, visual identity design, and Squarespace website development for women entrepreneurs—without the overwhelm, the hustle, or the pressure to be like everyone else. I work with women who are balancing motherhood, business, and life—who need expert support, not another thing on their to-do list.

What Guides Saphē

Vision is brought to life through the standard of behavior and the principles ingrained in the way the studio runs.

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Intention leads to impact

Clarity, not hustle, builds momentum. When strategy is grounded in intention, everything flows—from your identity, to your messaging, to your marketing.

Women belong in leadership

When women lead with confidence and vision, they shift what's possible—in their industries, their communities, and for generations to come. I build brands that make space for that leadership.

Connection creates change

Branding is a bridge.
It’s not just about visibility, it’s about resonance. When we prioritize relationships over reach, we build brands that move people.

When your brand is rooted in truth and built on clarity, everything else flows… from your message to your marketing to the impact you create.

How I Work

True branding starts beneath the surface.

Before we do anything, we get clear on who you are, who you serve, and what makes you different.

Bringing your vision to light.

How I Work

Before we do anything, we get clear on who you are, who you serve, and what makes you different.

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I work with women who are building something meaningful—whether they're just planting seeds or expanding what they've already grown.

I believe in soft structure, thoughtful brand strategy, and honoring your pace.

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My approach is collaborative, not prescriptive. I'm not here to tell you who to be.

I'm here to help you articulate who you already are—and build a brand identity and marketing strategy that reflects your distinct truth and essence.

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I handle the brand strategy, visual design, website development, and marketing planning so you can focus on your genius.

Core Values That Drive Saphē Studio

The Heartbeat of Our Work: Clarity, Empowerment & Community

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Beyond the work

When I'm not working with clients, you'll find me chasing clarity in other ways — through movement, intentional rhythms, and the kind of everyday rituals (like reading and journaling) that keep me grounded and connected. I'm learning to create a life of intention aligned with my values, and to lean into rest without guilt.

I'm inspired by women who choose intention over noise, depth over speed, and connection over performance. If that sounds like you, I think we'll work beautifully together.

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Green (though I own very little of it in clothing)
Morning — warm lemon water and coffee
Afternoon — decaf coffee, sweet and spicy tea.
Evening — currently exploring the world of healthy mocktails and tonics.
Planner with pen, journal, bible, water, coffee mug, and a book called The Science of Storytelling.
The Naturalist Society
Water. It's as simple as that.
And lymphatic drainage — movement, gua sha, massage, etc.