modeling & rendering
(architectural, products, floor plans, etc)
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our mission
empowering founders, family offices, & brands to ascend through people, instinct, & technology
01
people
talent, acquired and led — recruiting, management, and representation. the right people, in the right seats.
02
instinct
judgment, applied — counsel, capital, and creative direction. knowing what to build, what to keep, and what to leave alone.
03
technology
systems that compound — ai, automation, and revenue systems, to scale sustainably, build visibility, and cement legacy.
services
Four disciplines, one point of contact
Recruiting, management, studio, and ventures — every engagement is designed around your goals and led personally by the owners
recruiting
boutique recruiting for founders, family offices, and creative growth organizations.
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services — recruiting
recruiting specialties
boutique recruiting for founders, family offices, and creative growth organizations. we specialize in leadership and specialist placements across investment, creative, growth, and operational disciplines.
family office & investment leadership
- chief investment officer (cio)
- head of investments / head of direct investments
- portfolio manager (public / private markets)
- director of private equity / venture capital
- investment associate / analyst (family office)
- director of alternative investments / real assets
- head of real estate / real estate investments
- chief financial officer (cfo)
- controller / director of finance
- family office chief of staff
- director of philanthropy / impact investments
- director of research / investment strategy
growth, revenue & marketing leadership
- chief growth officer (cgo)
- chief marketing officer (cmo)
- head of growth / vp of growth
- head of performance marketing / media strategy
- director of revenue operations (revops)
- director of partnerships & business development
- head of e-commerce / digital growth
- marketing director / brand marketing lead
- product marketing manager / lifecycle marketing manager
- head of sales / vp of sales
- account executive / enterprise sales director
- director of customer experience & retention
creative, brand & product leadership
- chief creative officer (cco)
- executive creative director / creative director
- head of brand / brand director
- art director / senior designer
- content director / head of storytelling
- head of product design / product experience lead
- industrial designer / creative producer
- head of campaign / studio production
- director of visual identity / brand systems
- copy director / brand writer
- design strategist / creative strategist
operations, strategy & executive office
- chief operating officer (coo)
- managing partner / operating partner
- chief of staff / director of strategy
- director of operations / business manager
- head of people / talent & culture director
- head of recruiting / talent acquisition lead
- office manager / executive assistant
- director of administration / family office operations
- director of client services / relationship management
- chief legal officer / general counsel
technology, data & ai infrastructure
- chief technology officer (cto)
- vp of data science / machine learning
- head of ai strategy / ai product manager
- director of automation & digital systems
- full-stack engineer / software architect
- head of product / product manager
- director of digital transformation
- data engineer / data analyst
- crm systems lead (salesforce, hubspot, zoho, etc.)
- director of analytics / bi
direction
- chief marketing officer (cmo)
- vice president of marketing
- creative director / executive creative director
- art director / associate creative director
- director of sales & marketing
- director of photography / director of videography
- film director / producer
- head of brand / campaign director
- think tank advisor / strategic problem solver
design & visual development
- industrial designer / product designer
- packaging designer
- graphic designer / visual designer
- illustrator / storyboard artist
- concept designer / concept artist
- motion graphics designer / digital special effects
- animator (2d / 3d)
- data visualization designer
- ui / ux designer
- sketchup artist / 3d modeler
- autocad draftsman / architectural draftsman / designer (cad)
- interior & exterior designer / landscape designer
marketing & growth
- marketing manager / brand manager
- marketing analyst / digital marketing analyst
- media buyer / digital media buyer
- copywriter / brand writer
- content producer / creative producer
- digital strategist / growth strategist
- director of campaigns / performance marketing
- photographer / videographer / video shooter
- editor / video editor / photo editor / retoucher
- screenwriter / scriptwriter
hire talent — or be hired
services — management
let's find your next great opportunity
explore your dream targets · market your expertise, skills, & accomplishments · discover the opportunities · thrive in the right environment
build a relationship with a dedicated agent to help you or your business find targeted opportunities, explore growth strategies, execute and acquire more opportunities.
talent management
If you are ready for a transition or growth, dal niente is prepared to represent you in the search for great opportunities.
our career agents will take a personalized and customizable approach to finding opportunities that fit within the mission, requirements, and strategy of your plan. whether you are discreetly, passively, or actively seeking a new opportunity, or need counsel about promotions or compensation, or career positioning, we will be in your corner during every phase. your agent will help you build a strategy and be a resource for all your employment concerns.
representation
- career advisory
- strategic planning
- opportunity scouting
- career placement
- general consulting
- dream job analysis / G5 fit assessment
- research & targeting
- marketing & promotion: overt or discreet
- networking analysis & support
- interview coaching
- contract negotiation
portfolio development
- portfolio assessment
- personal and professional brand analysis
- new resume creation
- resume rebuilds
- personal logo design
- professional brand development
- headshots
growth & career architecture
- Long-term career roadmapping and opportunity sequencing
- Advisory on pricing, packaging services, portfolio expansion, and niche selection
- Audience, collector, or client targeting strategy
- Industry introductions from Dal Niente's network (where aligned)
at dal niente, we take a revolutionary approach to servicing talented professionals. we've developed a vision that is focused on building strong relationships that go beyond the immediate need to fill a job opening for an employer.
we are the first firm to take experiences and successful business models from the sports, entertainment, and fashion industries and translate it to the professional services world.
our career agents represent an exclusive roster of top talent within each of our career functions of expertise. our agents support talent in all career phases by collaboratively designing and executing strategies to achieve life long professional and financial goals.
in such a competitive environment, it is comforting to know that someone is in your corner helping to facilitate your goals.
brand management
if your brand is entering a season of evolution, refinement, or expansion, dal niente is prepared to steward it with intention.
our brand managers take a highly personalized, fully customizable approach to shaping the identity, positioning, and strategic direction of your brand in alignment with your mission, market, and long-term vision. Whether you are quietly strengthening your foundation, preparing for a major reveal, or navigating growth, competition, or reinvention, we stand in your corner at every phase.
your brand manager will help you build clarity from complexity—guiding strategy, creative oversight, communication, and execution—while serving as a trusted partner for every question, decision, or opportunity that impacts your brand's future.
creative oversight & brand strategy
- comprehensive oversight of strategy, identity, and market perception
- crafting coherent brand worlds—from core positioning to expression and execution
- shaping stories, messages, and visuals that resonate with the right audience
- ensuring precision, consistency, and creative excellence across every channel and project
- holistic brand steering across strategy, positioning, and identity systems
- development of enduring visual + verbal frameworks that elevate perception
- refinement of brand architecture, messaging clarity, and market differentiation
- advisory on creative direction, storytelling, and aesthetic cohesion across all touchpoints
- complete guidance on brand strategy, narrative shaping, and identity evolution
- codifying a consistent visual, verbal, and experiential language for the brand
- positioning and differentiation insights to strengthen recognition and relevance
- creative quality control and ongoing advisory to keep every asset aligned and intentional
sourcing / opportunity management
- strategic placement into new opportunities, gigs, partnerships, and brand deals
- curated outreach to agencies, brands, galleries, studios, and collaborators
- negotiation support for rates, contracts, and deliverables
- pipeline development for ongoing work flow and income stability
- actively sourcing leads, bookings, commissions, and paid creative opportunities
- managing incoming inquiries, filtering for quality, and negotiating terms
- setting up booking pipelines, calendars, and communication flows
- optional crm setup for talent tracking, partnerships, and gig management
- high-touch management for select creatives, founders, and professionals
- weekly advisory, deal flow development, and brand partnership navigation
- full oversight of opportunities, branding, communication, and positioning
connect with us today and learn how having an agent can help you achieve the opportunity you have been waiting for.
services — studio
motivate your customers to react through smart creative design
we specialize in the design, execution, & distribution of results-driven creative assets. custom built teams support our client's projects and are comprised of renown and blue chip talent with variety of price points and aesthetics available. we can test > distribute > analyze > report > optimize creations to stimulate target audiences to maximize your investment in creative.
01
concept development
Crafting the foundation of innovation, we distill your vision into bold, compelling concepts that capture the essence of your brand and inspire impactful narratives.
02
creative & art direction
Elevating ideas with a refined aesthetic and strategic oversight, we shape the visual and conceptual identity of your brand, ensuring every detail aligns with your goals.
03
creative production
Bringing visions to life through meticulous execution, we transform concepts into tangible, high-quality assets that resonate and leave a lasting impression.
04
recon & optimization
Analyzing and refining outcomes, we ensure continuous improvement by leveraging insights and data to perfect strategies and maximize results.
studio services
photography
portrait · products · lifestyle · fashion · editorial · automotive · event · architectural · wedding · art
Kat Irli · Erik Kellar · Vanessa Joy · Justin Favero
for pricing — schedule a discovery call →videography
Ads · Product Visuals · Film Shorts · Social Content · Lifestyle
Case study — sport training product design company. Creative conception: product use in the wild. Cinematic short form video style. Urban location. Natural objects as drills and skating routes. Fun, work.
for pricing — schedule a discovery call →brand identity
from scratch · brand redesign · rebranding · brand continuity
for pricing — schedule a discovery call →art concepting
concept design & concept art for brands, products, and productions
for pricing — schedule a discovery call →wordsmithing
copywriting for blogs, seo, websites, social, sales, email
for pricing — schedule a discovery call →modeling & rendering
photo real drone composite renderings · architectural (interior / exterior) · pre-build marketing packages · 3d product modeling / rendering
Dimensional Design Group // Ted Graham — Lead Designer
for pricing — schedule a discovery call →CG
Animation · Product Visuals · Film Shorts · Ads · Lifestyle
for pricing — schedule a discovery call →ai imagery / vids
reels · ads · commercials · editorial · film shorts · product shoots
for pricing — schedule a discovery call →dna creators
connecting talent with your vision — represented creative resources. if we don't have what you want in stock, we will source it. just ask.
meet the creators →studio — dna creators
connecting talent with your vision
represented creative resources — if we don't have what you want in stock, we will source it. just ask.
photography
(editorial, products, album & movie cover art, people, beauty, fine art, architectural, automotive, custom lifestyle, aerial)
brand identity
(from scratch, brand redesign, rebranding, brand continuity)
ai imagery / vids
(reels, ads, commercials, editorial, film shorts, product shoots)
CG
(reels, ads, products, commercials, editorial, film shorts, social content)
video
(reels, ads, commercials, editorial, film shorts, social content)
drone imagery
(photos, vids, documentation, site survey, property, artistic)
wordsmithing
(copywriting for blogs, seo, websites, social, sales, email)
Influencers
(influential personas to support the execution of your strategy)
visual artist
(painter, sculptor, installation, cinematographer, audio producer)
services — ventures
empowering founder led visions to start, grow, or exit
counsel. connection. capital. strategy. execution.
dal niente ventures partners with founders to identify and fulfill your goals — unlock growth through intelligent capital and strategic advisory or prepare for exit.
where creativity meets capital
our ventures division bridges the worlds of art, innovation, and investment. we align capital with culture—pairing promising founders and luxury-driven brands with institutions, angels, and private-equity groups that understand their vision.
whether you're raising your first round, scaling into new markets, or exploring strategic buyout and exit options, dal niente ventures builds the pathway for sustainable growth and graceful transition.
from fundraising to full exits, we help founder-led brands secure the right investors, partners, and advisors to accelerate their next chapter—without losing the DNA that made them remarkable.
dal niente ventures — from vision to valuation. we don't just raise capital. we elevate founders.
areas of expertise
1
luxury consumer goods
retail brands / manufacturing — single product launches / collections / campaigns
2
sports & entertainment
retail brands / events — human wellness, performance, & ascension
3
transportation
asset collection
ventureadvisorypartner matchinginvestor relationsexit & legacy planningcapital strategyfounder development
what the work produces
- meaningful increases in founder-led company valuations supported through our capital advisory network
- strategic growth funding raised for our founders
- select brands guided through investor readiness and growth strategy
how it moves faster
- material average valuation growth for ventures completing our AI-assisted fundraising prep
- accelerated deal cycle times using our strategic investor-matching and data tools
- streamlined timeline from capital strategy to investor engagement
begin — phone: 239-651-9900
growth services
welcome to THRIVE
We offer a marketing and growth program for a select group of brands. By leveraging fractional, shared creative and marketing talent, we act as a centralized (communal) agency within a house of individually owned brands. Our team works collaboratively to help you scale, innovate, and thrive.
an exclusive growth service where prospective clients are selected to ensure a complimentary fit with other members
since 2001, we have had hundreds of engagements with creators and risk takers just like you. after hearing about the same shared challenges repeatedly, we decided to do something about it. we made the commitment to build a custom growth program specifically for artists, sole-proprietors, and small businesses.
if you have limited time, experience, staff, or budget for strategy, management, and execution of high impact marketing, sales, and/or creative initiatives, we can help you by sharing fractional, vetted pro talent.
let's build your recognizable and profitable brand together. we use simple and impactful initiatives to grow the bottom line by opening standard communication lines between the business, current customers, prospective customers, referral partners, and within those communities.
why partner with us
expertise
our network of specialists has years of experience helping businesses like yours execute and grow. we have a deep understanding of the creative and marketing landscape and can help you develop a customized strategy that is tailored to your specific business goals.
cost-effectiveness
hiring an internal brand/business development manager can be expensive. Not only do you need to pay a salary, but you also need to provide benefits and invest in training and development. by partnering with us, you can access the same level of expertise and support without the same financial investment.
flexibility
as your business grows, your needs may change. if you have an internal manager, you may need to invest in additional resources or hire additional staff to keep up with these changes. with our company, we can scale up or down as needed to ensure that you always have the resources you need to succeed.
results-driven
we are dedicated to delivering results. we will work closely with you to understand your goals and develop a strategy that is designed to help you achieve them. we will track our progress and provide regular reports so that you can see the impact of our efforts.
we believe that partnering with us is the best choice for small businesses looking to grow revenue or outsource core responsibilities. Our team is passionate about helping businesses like yours succeed, and we are committed to delivering results.
thank you for considering our services. we look forward to the opportunity to work with you. sincerely, justin favero — founder / brand manager / advocate
method
1
Attention > Trust > Know > Like > Dialogue > Conversion > Advocates > Referrals
2
Strategy + Management / Execution + Creative + Publishing / Distribution
3
Digital + Human + Events + Physical + Networking + Incentivized and Organic Referrals
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1 - 2 - 3 - 4 Legged Stool
a la carte deliverables — as your brand manager we can facilitate and/or execute
Lead GenerationData ScrapingWebsite Enhancement and ManagementSocial Media ManagementEmail MarketingPhotos (product, candid, event, action, studio, humans, fine art, drone, and more)Video ShortsDrone Photos and VidsCampaigns / AdsBrandingGraphic DesignWordsmithingPRBrand PartnershipsSponsorshipsInfluencer Sourcing and ManagementPrint and Digital Marketing Collateral DevelopmentCreative Asset DevelopmentDirect SalesContests / ChallengesPodcastsWhite PapersCase StudiesSpeaker SeriesExpertise InitiativesStaffingPaid or Organic Strategies for Google, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, SEO and Linkedin Marketing
choose your cards wisely
sample program
the foundation
- Assigned brand manager
- Daily communications
- Deep dive and assessment
- Goal setting: daily weekly monthly objectives
- Action Kick off
phase 1 — 90 days
- Branding refresh
- Website refresh
- Marketing print material refresh
- 4 emails per month
- 1 on-site education series event per month
- 1 off-site networking event per quarter
- 1 digital contest / giveaway per quarter
- Product release campaigns 6-8 annually (ad design, copywriting, printing) (needs creative budget)
- Paid targeting set up for IG and FB / targeting recon and deep dive
- Weekly social media posts (2 reels, 1 image post, 2 image carousels (6 images), 21+ stories, 1 live monthly) caption copywriting, hashtaging, targeted, graphic design
- Website updates and upgrades
- Physical location branding mgmt / signage, etc. (needs creative budget)
- Online bookings and registrations
- Subscription plans
- 1-2 Press releases / PR article concept per year
next steps to ramp it up
let's schedule a discovery call
to dig deeper and learn if we will be a good fit for one another. if you want to meet in person, text 239-651-9900 / email justin@dal-niente.com to schedule.
Please be prepared to answer questions of this nature:
- What products or services do you sell / how much / to whom / where / costs / volume of sales?
- What marketing sales creative activities are you currently doing vs what you would like to be doing?
- What are your immediate and mid/long term business goals?
- Do you have a physical location?
- What creative assets do you currently have?
- Active sales, marketing, creative staff members?
- What marketing sales creative strategies do you currently have in place?
- What platforms are you using to communicate currently?
- What are your primary sales streams?
- What is your weekly / monthly revenue vs where would you like to be?
then to get started…
- 1. Deep Dive — Your Vision, Deliverables Wish List, & Brand Assessment
- 2. Phase 1 Strategy Draft
- 3. Review / Discussion
- 4. Strategy Revisions
- 5. Money Talk / Work Estimations / Agreement
- 6. Review / Discussion
- 7. Phase 1 Strategy Final
- 8. Attack
money
To create an accurate quote, we need to understand your business goals, so we can build a simple strategy, deliverables, and estimated labor hours to execute.
MONTHLY MANAGEMENT RETAINER <——> PERFORMANCE COMMISSIONS: Limited cash flow? No problem, we are open to earning it on the back end when we help you execute sales growth.
CREATIVE PRODUCTION BUDGET: While we can produce some assets with no budget, the strategy we develop together may require a minimum creative investment for hired specialists. DISTRIBUTION BUDGET (PAID ADS): Also dependent on the strategy and platforms of focus, reaching more eyeballs sometimes requires cash. Our goal is to urgently recover investment and gain profit each week while achieving our mid and long term key objectives.
investment
invest in your business
executing your unique objectives is our priority. we serve through our creative network powered by partnership, integrity, and a shared purpose of enhancing brand growth and financial opportunity.
our goal is to urgently recover investment and gain profit, while achieving your mid and long term objectives. to create an accurate quote, we need to understand your business goals, so we can build a simple custom plan, deliverables, timeline, and estimated costs to execute. below, find our rough pricing menu to help you get started.
recruiting / sourcing
retained searchfrom $1500 + placement % tbd
contract recruiting, sourcing, pipeline building, process mgmttbd
management
brand managementfrom $1500 monthly +/or performance comp tbd
talent representation, opportunity developmentfrom $1500 monthly +/or performance comp tbd
dna creator connections
connect with our current rostercomplimentary
sourcing new artists for your projectcomplimentary
creative
creative audit & consultationcomplimentary
creative directionfrom $150 project
strategy (brand, creative, mktg)from $3000
renderingsfrom $500 per room
brand identity packagefrom $4500
property pre-build marketing packagefrom $2500
graphic designfrom $150 project
wordsmithingfrom $150 project
drone imageryfrom $200 per 30 min flight
photographyfrom $100 per 30 min shoot + 1-3 edits
video simplefrom $350 per 30 min shoot + edit
video complexpriced by concept
ai imageryfrom $50 per
ai videofrom $300 per 15 seconds of finished video
growth program
growth audit & consultationcomplimentary
growth management program — sliding scale pricing // retainer <——> performance commission. limited cash flow? no problem, we are open to earning it on the back end when we help you execute sales growth. happy to discuss a minimum cash or trade retainer / tbd monthly with a 3 month commitment. commission % is based on total revenue and varies based on retainer budget, costs, timelines, market opportunity, ramp-up workload, and strategies.
ai
ai audit (visibility & automated systems)complimentary
ai agent development and installationquoted per project
ai creative — imageryfrom $50 per
ai creative — videofrom $150 per 10 seconds
creative direction and production: while we can produce some assets with a limited budget, the strategy we develop together may require a minimum creative investment for hired specialists. distribution and tech integration: dependent on strategy, tactics, labor, and platforms — reaching more or the right prospects may require cold hard cash. be prepared with a rough budget. a la carte growth / marketing: if you're not ready to commit to a full growth plan we can test and prove specific marketing or direct sales initiatives.
about
welcome to dal niente
where your brand essence is extracted, refined, visualized, and optimized.
About Us
dal niente: from nothing // creation is our way of living. it is the way our mind body soul engages with the universe
Creative. Recruiting. Growth. Capital. Since 2013.
dal niente is a privately owned boutique agency delivering talent-acquisition and managed-growth solutions for high finance and founder lead brands.
we exist to nourish relationships between high level creative, design, and marketing talent and our clients: companies, brands, and human resources leadership
expertise in operational leadership, finance, marketing, sales and creative within fashion, product design, manufacturing, retail, interior design, architecture, entertainment, marketing, and advertising environments
we have brokered talent for johnson & johnson, gucci, chicos, nike, white house black market, ralph lauren, healogics, salt life, and more
we help companies hire full time permanent, part time, and contract talent + we help execute select creative projects
team
Justin Favero
Justin Favero is a founder, creative director, and advisor who has spent more than twenty-five years building brands, businesses, and opportunities from the ground up.
He began at sixteen, launching a hockey skills business while learning branding and production alongside his uncle in the family print shop. In 2013, he formalized Dal Niente as an independent consultancy built around a simple idea: meaningful growth rarely comes from one discipline alone.
Today, Justin works with founders, families, and brands across strategy, brand architecture, creative, marketing, talent, capital, and emerging technology—connecting the right people and resources to help businesses move forward.
He is also the founder of Favero USA, a precision products and systems brand based in Naples, Florida.
linkedin →Jenn Wideberg
Jenn Wideberg is a global marketing executive, advisor, and publisher with twenty-five years of experience building audiences and shaping brands around the world.
Her career spans leadership and consulting work across GroupM, WPP, Meta, Rakuten, TikTok, and Microsoft, giving her a rare perspective across media, technology, brand, and consumer behavior.
Jenn works with businesses on positioning, marketing strategy, audience development, and performance—bringing the discipline and perspective of global brands to businesses at every stage of growth.
She is also the owner and publisher of Paradise Coast City Lifestyle, connecting brands directly with influential homes, businesses, and communities throughout the Naples area.
A Yale graduate, Jenn serves on the board of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Collier County.
linkedin →Working Together
Different backgrounds. Complementary instincts. One point of contact.
Justin and Jenn bring together strategy, brand, creative, media, marketing, talent, and capital for a select group of businesses, founders, and projects.
Jenn brings global marketing perspective, audience strategy, and a direct connection to the local media landscape. Justin and Dal Niente connect brand, creative, growth, talent, technology, and execution.
The result isn't another layer of agency. It's access to the right people, ideas, and resources to move the business forward.
history
2012
guardian enterprises inc opened as a professional services recruiting firm in Jacksonville FL
2014
guardian marketing was born from servicing salt life, img sports, and besa hockey and dozens of other small and medium size businesses
2022
consolidation and rebranding to dal niente with a niche and passionate focus on recruiting creative and design talent, and providing expertise in commercial creative projects
why
Over 15 years of experience in talent identification and recruiting. Our core leadership group executes battle tested processes, best practices, and a sound philosophy for interacting with clients and talent.
We love what we do and find joy in seeing our candidates create magic for the companies match and thrive with.
Our mission is to discover, develop, and protect talent through every challenge and achievement, while demonstrating value as a business partner through execution of recruiting services for talented companies and individuals that mirror our passion, skill, and ambition to succeed.
Our proprietary G5 Fit Process is a compilation of the best strategies, ideas, processes, and food for thought to help talented individuals and great employers find each other.
We create a custom standard operating procedure for each client that serves as a guide to hiring directors, managers, executives, coaches, owners and our recruiting team to dial in the type of person and skills sets that will be a fit for their needs.
We believe in personal attention, truly listening, being honest and upfront, managing expectations, and providing a positive experience for our clients en route to a successful career, project, or venture.
When you connect with us, you're not reaching out to call center, you talk to a person who is actually interested in learning about your needs and your goals to learn if we are a good match personally and professionally.
We are passionate about connecting with people on a deeper level, and developing long term relationships, strategies for development, talent acquisition, and retention, to help companies succeed and individuals lead a fulfilling life.
Our company is lean and agile. Our business model carries less overhead and that translates into cost savings for our clients and greater opportunities for our talent.
Our Promise...
- Commitment to provide prompt and quality delivery of services
- Consistent communication and accessibility
- Respect and gratitude to our clients, talent, and partners
- Honesty and integrity
- Hard work and relentless will to execute and perform
- Have fun, be creative and value our freedom and agility as a company and way of life
talent perks
- access to our recruiting team for career resources
- access to exclusive job opportunities
- access to a network of top talent for collaborations
- opportunities to earn referral rewards for candidates that you nominate
- opportunities to earn referral rewards for referring companies that hire from our network
client perks
- personal attention from owners
- customizable staffing strategies
- competitive rates
- access to a network of top talent
recruitment — how to be one of us
talent: send your CV / Portfolio to justin@dal-niente.com for consideration · get referred by a current creator or employer client · receive an invitation from our talent acquisition team
clients — request a quote →connect
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footer — industries
industries
dal niente: from nothing // creation is our way of living. it is the way our mind body soul engages with the universe
sport
transportation
competition
products & manufacturing
interior design
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design & build
fashion
retail
case studies
work that moved
from idea to reality
Eight engagements across sport, brand invention, professional services, and recruiting — each built around the work the moment required.
market expansion · sport
besa hockey
a u.s. market built from zero
the mandate
Grow BESA Hockey in the United States and launch a self-branded international training business.
what we did
From 2014 to 2018, we built the business model, services, branding, partnerships, advertising, creative, and marketing. The training brand included camps, clinics, and consulting.
the result
The U.S. market grew from $0 to $300K in annual profit, alongside the launch of the international training brand.
brand invention · premium storage
favero usa
a heritage family name, reimagined
the beginning
A 2015 dream to revitalize and reimagine a premium and luxury heritage family brand name from scratch — carried forward to the present.
the work
Favero USA specifies for high-end international enterprise brands and has developed its own product lines in the storage niche.
the footprint
Manufacturing in the United States and Italy.
brand & organic growth · legal
lucarelli law
a law practice, grown organically
the challenge
The practice had expertise and client trust, but its brand and digital presence did not yet communicate either with enough clarity. Growth depended too heavily on existing relationships and lacked a consistent engine for qualified discovery.
what we did
We refined the identity and messaging around the firm’s real point of view, then built an organic digital program across search, useful content, and social. Editorial themes answered the questions prospective clients were already asking and created a consistent voice across channels.
the outcome
A clearer, more credible practice brand with a durable non-paid acquisition foundation. Search visibility and content reach moved in the right direction, creating a steadier flow of relevant inbound inquiries without depending on an always-on advertising budget.
recruiting & staffing · international launch
salt life
experiential teams for a multi-category launch
the work
Recruiting and staffing for a private-equity-backed, multi-category international launch, including the buildout of experiential marketing teams.
recruiting · medical device sales
johnson & johnson
a considered search, built with the employer
the mandate
Hire a medical device sales representative for a growing territory.
the process
We developed the recruiting strategy together with the employer and presented strong candidates in a thorough, clean format.
the result
More than a year later, the selected candidate is still succeeding and is on the verge of promotion.
recruiting · fashion retail
chico’s / white house black market
creative talent for fashion retail
the work
Recruited concept artists for Chico’s and White House Black Market.
recruiting · luxury
gucci
concept artists for a global luxury house
the work
Recruited concept artists for Gucci.
program founding · junior & youth hockey
wilkes-barre/scranton knights
six teams in year one. a twenty-year run
built from scratch
Founded the program from scratch: built the branding, recruited the money and partners, recruited the coaches, and developed the model and vision.
year one
Sold six teams of families into the program for its first year, kicking off a twenty-year run.
the record
Accomplishments include the 2013 AtJHL playoff championship, the President’s Cup; 2022 USPHL regular-season and division titles; and the 2025 Atlantic Division title with a fourth straight USPHL Elite nationals trip. The youth organization fields teams from Mite through Midget U18 at Revolution Ice Centre in Pittston, Pennsylvania.
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