Who and What is C3?

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In a world of algorithms, hashtags, and followers, know the true importance of human connection.
— Simi Fromen

Hey there, fellow humans! I’m Heather Couillard, the owner and lead consultant behind Couillard Creative Consulting - or, as I like to call it, C3.

Yep, it’s just me holding down the fort - but don't let the solo act fool you! I’m here to bring order, strategy, and high-level design to your business, ensuring that what you look like on the outside finally matches how good you are on the inside. (Or, rather, that your business’ digital presence accurately reflects its real-world presence.)

So, what’s the deal with C3? Well, picture this: One woman (me) armed with a laptop, a 32oz. tumbler of cold brew coffee (yes, even in a New England winter), and a killer playlist, ready to take the jumbled ideas in your head and turn them into a clear, profitable roadmap.

That’s me. Just don’t expect a stiff corporate suit. Truthfully, I do my best work when I’m comfortable, authentic, and fueled by caffeine. But here’s what else you need to know about me:

I HELP ESTABLISHED LEADERS TURN THEIR EXPERTISE INTO A BRAND THAT SELLS.

I believe in the power of thinking outside the box and dancing to the beat of your own out-of-rhythm drum. But I also know that creativity without a plan can result in chaos.

Plus, marketing has lost its human touch. It has become a science of metrics and bots instead of connection and trust. At C3, I’m changing that.

Sure, I’ll get your site functionality perfect and your SEO dialed in - but more importantly, I’m going to help you build a brand foundation that works. I don't just make things "look pretty." I build the logic, the messaging, and the strategy so that your business can grow without you having to constantly explain your value to people.

My Values (The "Safe Space" Promise): I’m especially passionate about working with women, minorities, and the LGBTQ+ community. I believe in creating a safe and inclusive space where diverse voices are celebrated and stories are empowered. Professional success belongs to all of us, and I want everyone to have the chance to build a business that supports their life. (Learn more about my feelings on this here.)

Who I Work With: At C3, I partner mainly with service-based leaders and organizations (though I do occasionally work with product ventures). I’m all about helping people who do for others, because that’s what makes me happiest. And honestly, if I’m happy doing something, I’m better at it. (I suspect that’s true for almost everyone, though.)

Let’s Build Something Real. Let’s shake up the status quo. Let’s build a website and a brand strategy that actually works for you, rather than trying to fit you into a cookie-cutter mold. Let’s make something extraordinary -because at C3, everyone is welcome, everyone is valued, and everyone deserves to shine.

(Psst, need more convincing? Let my clients tell you themselves!)

Let’s Talk!
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Heather is creative and hard working. She is really invested in how your company does. 10/10 highly recommend!!!
— Kate Heinze, The Painted Goat
Heather was a joy to work with. She listened carefully to our needs and ideas, and created a website that was in alignment with what we’d hoped for!
— Marjorie Sargent, Comfort Road

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS | Google Reviews | Facebook Reviews

*Note: Live links here may not reflect C3’s work, as elements may change after project is handed off to client.

  • The Painted Goat logo - a cartoon goat splattered in colorful paint.

    Heather is AWESOME. I have gotten HOURS back in my life every day. Heather is creative and hard working. She is really invested in how your company does. 10/10 highly recommend!

    Kate Heinze, The Painted Goat

    (Social Media Management)

  • Anthony's Liquor Store logo

    Get ready to work. She is serious. I am very happy she became our consultant.

    Jim Kraskouskas, Anthony’s Liquor Store

    (Consulting)

  • Close-up of a kitten's face on yellow background

    Heather was a joy to work with. She listened carefully to our needs and ideas, and created a website that was in alignment with what we'd hoped for! She was very responsive to feedback and offered great instruction on how to make tweaks to our site going forward. Heather has been quick to respond on the few occasions we've needed a bit of guidance since launching. Highly recommend!

    Marjorie Twiraga Sargent, Comfort Road/Greener Pastures

    (Web Design)

  • Peaceful Birth & Beyond logo

    I met Heather Couillard at a local Small Business Networking event. So glad I did! I approached her about marketing materials and needs for my own small business. She was not only approachable and kind, but she gave me some great ideas and helped put together new material and really helped polish up my older material.

    I love supporting local small business and this was such a good fit! I find one of the most challenging parts of owning business is the small stuff and the advertising and marketing - people need to find you and know what have to offer.

    Reach out to Heather and take the stress out of trying to figure it all out on your own.

    Teresa Coyle Airey, Peaceful Birth & Beyond

    (Print Collateral)

  • ComfortZones Communications logo

    We have owned and operated a successful boutique marketing firm for 25 years exclusively for small businesses. We discovered Heather Couillard when she was evaluating our town for a potential family move. Heather possesses an ideal combination of creativity and understanding what small businesses need to succeed. We observed her working for a large agency for several years before beginning to consult with her when we needed an outside perspective and then began referring business to her C3 agency. We highly recommend her for any business who needs an adept marketing expert who will also care deeply about their success.

    Scott Bingham & John Rahim, ComfortZones Communications

  • A black Honda car inside a car wash station being cleaned with soap and water, covered in soap suds and foam.

    C3: Couillard Creative Consulting was recommended to me by a design acquaintance who said Heather would be a great match as a web designer for a local new business I represent. We hit it off right away, and quickly got down to talking about creative options for the vibe and flow of the website, as well as the practical side of things – – what platform we would use, where the site would be hosted and who would be maintaining the website. I felt very comfortable with her recommendations because I knew she took my concerns and skillset into consideration. When the project threw a curve and I needed help with signage and copywriting, Heather was very adaptable as my needs changed. The website looks great and the functionality is exactly what I had hoped for! When it came time to launch the site and hand over editing to me, she took as much time as was needed to make sure I was comfortable with that and let me know she would be available to help further as needed. Highly recommend!

    J.S., Village Auto Wash

    (Web Design)

  • Alissa's Love Pet Care

    Facebook: Heather does a fantastic job guiding and helping you find exactly what your business needs to grow! Speedy, reliable and fair!

    Highly recommend!!

    Google: I had a wonderful experience with C3! Very knowledgeable, kind, quick and fair pricing! My business has grown after using her graphics and experience. Highly recommend!

    Alissa Younkin, Alissa’s Love Pet Care

    (Social Media Graphics)

  • Ashburnham MA Parks & Rec

    The Ashburnham Recreation Committee approached Heather to create a program for its Play & Gathering Park ribbon cutting. Admittedly late. Very late. Nevertheless, Heather rose to the occasion, delivering the spot on design with time for printing. Thank you!

    Rosemarie Eldridge Meissner, Ashburnham Rec Committee

    (Printed Collateral)

  • Corinne Smith

    Heather successfully transformed my home-made web site into one that complies with current designs and expectations. And she worked within a time limit, too, because my past provider was going out of business in just two months. Someone recommended that I contact Couillard Creative Consulting to help solve my problem. And it worked.

    Corinne H. Smith, Website

    (Web Design)

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