Our Story

Wheelhouse is a strategy, and creative-centered studio. We are a curious bunch of humans that love to learn new things.

We work closely with our clients to solve their problems and create not just a brand, but establish strategic communications that are innovative, match their business goals and make meaningful connections for the community to see, think about and react to.

There is one core team member and a long list of incredibly talented collaborators who we work with to provide unforgettable brand solutions. Seriously, we love what we do and it shows.

Process

We blend insight and creativity with some of the best people in their respective fields, we lead with empathy, create with purpose, and bring brands to life.

People & their
experiences
come first

Strategy +
innovation =
insightful solutions

Good Design
is always
Good Business

SERVICES

– research
– strategy and positioning
– brand development
– logo design

– copywriting
– print collateral
– marketing
– web design & development

– environmental design
– social media
– strategy/media planning
– public relations

Principal

Cathy Solarana
creative director, designer, brand strategist, brand consultant

Cathy is a multi-disciplinary graphic designer passionate about helping clients find their voice and unlocking possibilities. Her strength is in strategic, visual storytelling that meets people where they’re at and at the right time, striking a perfect balance between meaningful creative and business goals. She has a soft spot for organizations and brands that not only look good, but do good.

Cathy founded Wheelhouse Collective in 2009 and has been focusing her creative skills in building and empowering community through strategic brand design ever since.

More than anything, Cathy’s sense of social justice runs deep. She was appointed the first Diversity and Inclusion Director for AIGA Nebraska and set a foundation of inclusivity and equity through human-centered programming and community events. To this day, she continues to integrate her diversity, equity, and inclusion experience into the creative teams and process with every project.

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Creative Collaborators

Wheelhouse is agile, building teams based on project specifications, client needs, expressed budgets and talent experience. Our pool of people reflects the best of the best — professionals who bring a great many years of knowledge and experience to each project.

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