The Fort
Friend & Fort was created to highlight and strengthen the relationships people have with products, services, and each other through strategic branding and digital design.
As children, the Fort is where our imagination would run wild. A space full of endless possibility. Eventually, we would believe in our ideas so strongly, they became real.
Today, our design approach follows a similar ethos. We partner closely with you and your team to explore what’s possible.
Through collaboration, calculated risk, and imagination, we deliver creative solutions that delight.
Our clients are as passionate as they are unique. Explore the transformation and personalities we’ve helped bring to life.
Identity + Branding
Strong, personalized armor. To differentiate yourself from the crowd while building and protecting your reputation.
Illustration + Iconography
Communicate efficiently. When words alone won’t travel far enough, visualize your stories.
Web + App Design
A targeted approach. For building your online presence and marketing into an intuitive digital ecosystem.
Packaging + Print
Forging a tangible tool. For standing out in the battle of the shelf. Quality, physical connection remains impactful.
Naming + Copywriting
Language of legends. Lead with conviction and build trust to strengthen your audiences loyalty.
Strategy + Positioning
Knowledge is power. Find the point of greatest impact and move forward with confidence.
Some great people we've worked with:
CONSUMER PRODUCTS
The Op Games
Glam Doll Donuts
Gray Duck
Love Creamery
New Holland Brewing
Star Tribune
Kind Lips
Fretnot
HEALTHCARE SERVICE
& MED DEVICE
UnitedHealth Group
Optum
Phoenix School Counseling
Pear
Roche
Medtronic
Midmark
Atraverse
TECHNOLOGY
IBM
Intel
Google
Create IT
SERVICES & EXPERIENCE
Meritex
Pitchstachio
Veranex
Scary.Co
The Current
30 Days of Biking
BitterMN
US Bank
Meridian Financial Partners
Trivia Mafia
Your time is valuable, let’s connect.
In-person: over a craft beverage, good eats or on-site.
Remote: video call with your pet, plants and favorite landscape in frame.
