Although here at R&A, we are lucky to have the talent of an in-house photographer on our team, we realize that it is not always feasible for every agency or small business. Yet, we often get asked about how to create better content and images for social media, particularly ones that feel aligned with… Read more »
Business Spotlight: Corner Gallery
Tucked away on a modest street off of Colley Avenue in Norfolk, Virginia, is an art gallery turned event space that feels both intimate and high class. The waterfront view is the first thing you might notice when arriving at Corner Gallery, followed by the grand, string-lit tree that greets you with liveliness as… Read more »
Business Spotlight: Wandering Petal
From the moment you pull up to the home and studio of Wandering Petal owner, Nicole Turkenkopf, it is clear that flowers are a big part of her life. On a lot surrounded by camelia and dogwood trees, you can not miss the large, mobile truck that sits on the property, so perfectly branded… Read more »
International Women’s Day 2019: A Celebration of Our Strengths
As a female-owned company with predominantly female employees, we celebrate today with admiration and respect for the strong women around us. “Strength” looks different for each of us, which is why we put such an emphasis on personal and professional development through tools like Clifton’s Strengths Finder. We compiled the strengths of… Read more »
Advice for Aspiring Business Owners
From Local Hampton Roads Entrepreneurs Over the past year, we heard some really great advice from all of the owners featured in our R&A Business Spotlights. We thought it was worth compiling for anyone looking to start or grow a successful business of their own! As any entrepreneur knows, the moments of pride and… Read more »
Business Spotlight: Lorak Jewelry
In Downtown Norfolk is Selden Market, a place comprised of inspired shops and emerging small businesses. It is a place we have visited before, but we are always amazed with how each of its tenants manage to make use of their space and create something entirely of their own. That certainly rang true as… Read more »
Behind the Teal Doors: What We Love About Working at R&A
R&A has steadily been growing, building on a core client base and opportunities for new business development. We’ve been able to create a culture that we feel is pretty special, and one we can’t wait to share with our next Team Teal rockstar. As of late January 2019, R&A is hiring for the… Read more »
Business Spotlight: Method Infrared Sauna & Wellness
What began as a typical Monday, was quickly elevated as we wandered into the health oasis behind the glass doors of Method Infrared Sauna & Wellness. It’s hard to miss the welcoming face of co-owner, Debralee Letchford, or the sliding ladder that thoughtfully graces the almost floor-to-ceiling bookshelves behind the front counter. Then there… Read more »
2019 Marketing Predictions: Digital Media Buying
In case you missed it, we shared our 2019 marketing predictions for social media and email marketing a bit ago, and now we are following up with our 2019 predictions on digital media. While there are tons of updates, trends, and tactics being introduced daily, the following predictions align with our own digital media… Read more »
Looking Back at Giving Back: 2018
Our R&A team strongly believes in charitable giving and being an active member of the community. It’s one of our core passion projects! So in keeping with our annual practice, we’re taking a look back at our philanthropic efforts throughout 2018. 2018 was also a milestone year for R&A, as we got to celebrate… Read more »