Rick Julian — Brand Strategist & Founder

Rick Julian — Brand Strategist & Founder | QV BRANDSRick Julian is a brand strategist and creative director with 30 years of experience shaping high-impact brand systems.Brand Strategist & Creative DirectorRick Julian is a brand architect and founder of QV BRANDS with 30 years of experience shaping high-impact brand systems. Known for his work with global companies, cultural institutions, and high-performing founders.QV BRANDS — Strategic brand consultancy by Rick Julian.

QV BRANDS — Rick Julian, Fractional Chief Branding Officer & Growth ArchitectFractional Chief Branding Officer and growth architect for founder-led companies at critical growth stages. Brand strategy, positioning, narrative systems, and scalable growth architecture.Strategic Growth ServicesQV BRANDS operates on a principal-led model where all strategy and direction come directly from Rick Julian. We install strategic clarity — positioning, narrative systems, go-to-market architecture — directly inside founder-led companies.Engagements

Strategic Diagnostic — A focused two-week assessment that identifies the core constraint and delivers a clear strategic recommendation.

Growth Architecture Sprint — 90-day engagement building positioning, narrative systems, and go-to-market architecture.

Installed Leadership — Ongoing fractional CMO partnership operating inside the company 10–20 hours per week.

Who This Is ForFounder-led companies between $2M–$50M navigating brand-market transitions. Companies where the founder's vision outpaces the brand's ability to communicate it. Teams that need a senior strategic leader, not another agency.Trusted ByCarnival Cruise Lines, Coca-Cola, SAP, McKinsey & Company, AT&T, Marriott, US Marine Corps, and select founder-led ventures. About | Rick Julian | Meet the Strategist | Packages | Consultation | Signal Call | Strategic Answers | Knowledge Base | Blog | Clients | Atlanta Brand Strategy | Contact