Case Stories

Stories worth telling. Results worth sharing.

We don’t write case studies. We write case stories. Because the work our clients do isn’t a statistic. It’s a transformation. These are a few of the organizations we’ve had the privilege of partnering with, what they were up against, and what happened when they invested in their story.

What You’ll Find in a Case Story

Every project is different, but every case story follows the same thread: a real organization facing a real challenge, the strategic and creative work that shaped the response, and what changed because of it.

We position our clients as the hero of the story. We’re the guide. That means when you read a case story, you should be able to see yourself in it. Your pressures, your goals, your board asking for results. If the story resonates, the partnership will too.

Featured Case Stories

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Different Work: Minnesota State Moorhead’s Honors College Opens With 300 Scholars

Minnesota State Moorhead's Honors College Opens With 300 Scholars

Moorhead built an Honors College and needed ambitious students to see themselves in it. Our strategy and film work helped it open this fall with 300 scholars.

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Where Grit Meets Generosity: A New Digital Home for the MSUM Foundation

The moment giving becomes personal

The Minnesota State Moorhead Foundation has always known something most fundraising organization take years to figure out: donors don’t give to institutions.

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Ronald McDonald House: Where Hope Takes Root

A Winter on the Prairie That Brought an Entire Community Into the Story

Every February, the Sweetheart Ball gathers a room full of people who care deeply about families navigating medical crisis.

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Noridian Healthcare – From Behind the Scenes to Fully Seen

How Noridian Healthcare Solutions stepped into an elevated, human-first brand that finally reflected the work they’ve been doing all along

For decades, Noridian Healthcare Solutions has done work most people never see, even though millions rely on it every day.

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A Legacy You Can Feel: Heartland Trust’s 35-Year Story, Told the Way It Deserved

Capturing a Story That Didn’t Exist on Paper

For 35 years, Heartland Trust has built something rare in the world of finance: a company rooted not in transactions, but in relationships.

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Freedom Resource Center’s New Voice and Vision

A Brand That Belongs to the People

For decades, Freedom Resource Center has stood on one principle: Nothing about us without us.

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Fired Up Together: The Hype Video That Energized a Campus

Starting with Energy

When prospective students step onto campus, the first impression matters. Minnesota State Moorhead knew that Preview Days, Admitted Student Days, and Campus Visit Days needed more than schedules and talking points.

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A Legacy Renewed: Kamp KACE Brand

Visual Identity for the Next Generation

For nearly 40 years, Kamp KACE has been a place where kids with cancer and their siblings get to feel like kids again.

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Minnesota State Moorhead: From Decline to Record Growth

A Strategic Turnaround Case Story

Just 18 months ago, Minnesota State Moorhead faced a critical inflection point. Declining enrollment, budget constraints, and limited regional visibility threatened the institution’s future.

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Tellwell’s Story Makers Club Gift Box

A Gift of Storytelling

At Tellwell, storytelling is a team effort. Every project is a collaboration between our team and the incredible Story Makers—our clients—who bring their vision, passion, and authenticity to the table.

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Amplifying Voices: Pride Stories The Podcast

Bold Stories. Bright Voices. Unshakable Pride.

At Tellwell, we believe stories have the power to foster connection, celebrate identity, and create lasting change.

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Stories That Connect Us: Tellwell The Podcast

Real Voices, Real Impact, Real Connection

At Tellwell, we believe stories have the power to bring people together.

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The Tellwell 10-Year Brand

Celebrating a Decade of Storytelling: Bringing Conversations, Authenticity, and Creativity to Life

At Tellwell, stories are at the heart of everything we do. As we marked our 10-year anniversary, we knew our brand refresh had to reflect the conversations, connections, and creativity that have defined our journey.

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A Collaboration with InterOffice to Showcase Stunning Design

Bringing Inspired Interiors to Life: How Tellwell Made It Happen

At Tellwell, we love a good story—especially when it’s wrapped up in beautiful design.

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Choice Bank’s Totally Rad 2024 Anniversary Party

Rewind, Reconnect, Relive: Designing an Unforgettable Night of Nostalgia and Connection

For Choice Bank’s 23rd Anniversary Party, we had one mission: take attendees on a nostalgia-fueled trip back to the vibrant era of the 1980s.

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10 Years of Healing at Holbrook Farms

A Reimagined Brand to Inspire a New Decade of Impact

Holbrook Farms is more than a place—it’s a home, a haven, and a community for those who have faced unimaginable loss.

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Soaring to New Heights: Collective’s Rebrand

Collective’s Rebrand

In 2011, Alliance Management Group began with a simple mission: to redefine property management by putting people first—both their team and their residents.

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Soaring with FM Aerial + Movement Arts: A Brand Story

A Brand Story of Expression

Every brand has a story. At Tellwell, our mission is to help that story take flight.

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RRCAC Brand Refresh & Website

Brand Refresh & Website

The Red River Children’s Advocacy Center Brand Refresh & Website project was spearheaded by our team with the aim to modernize and enhance the organization’s branding and online presence.

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Resilience and Refuge: Story of Support and Strength

Ronald McDonald House Charities’ Story of Support and Strength

At Tellwell, we are privileged to partner with organizations that make a profound difference in people’s lives every day.

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Northland Navigates New Heights: Showcasing Success in Aerospace Education

Showcasing Success in Aerospace Education

When Northland approached our team, they sought to highlight their unique position in the aerospace education sector, focusing on their comprehensive training programs and their notable success in student placement.

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Empowering Mental Health Awareness Through Storytelling

Empowering Mental Health Awareness Through Storytelling

We had the distinct privilege of partnering with M3 to create an impactful video that showcases their vital work within the Moorhead youth hockey community.

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Midwest Independent Living Services Brand Refresh and Website

Midwest Independent Living Services

At the heart of the Midwest lies a beacon of hope and empowerment: Midwest Independent Living Services (MILS). Grounded in the idea that individual support can be uniquely tailored, MILS stands as a testament to the potential that lies within every person.

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NDSU CIRE COVID Vaccine Commercials

An Important Public Health Message

In a world increasingly aware of the vital importance of immunizations, initiatives that advance vaccine literacy and accessibility are more important than ever.

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BAND Commercials

The Story of Broadband

The Broadband Association of North Dakota (BAND) represents the legislative interests of the cooperative and small commercial telecom companies in North Dakota before the State legislature, as well as creates educational forums for our members.

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InterBel Homecoming Film

The Story of Homecoming

Pioneers of the Tobacco Valley, InterBel Telephone Cooperative has transformed from solely providing telephone access to Eureka, Montana to being the leader in technology and connectivity.

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InterBel Newsletters

The Stories of Our Region

Pioneers of the Tobacco Valley, InterBel Telephone Cooperative has transformed from solely providing telephone access to Eureka, Montana to being the leader in technology and connectivity.

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Pride Stories Video Series

We All Have A Story To Tell

In honor of FM Pride in 2022, we wanted to create a space where everyone could feel safe, welcome, and proud to tell their story.

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Fargo-Moorhead Choral Artists Website

Enriching the Cultural Landscape

Founded in 1980 under the name of the F-M Chamber Chorale, The Fargo-Moorhead Choral Artists (FMCA) performs choral music of all artistic styles and musical periods.

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Haven Brand Refresh

Redefining Life After Loss

The idea for Haven was born in 2017 out of a desire to organically and authentically connect with other parents.

Ready to become the next story?

The best case stories start with a conversation. Tell us about your challenges and goals, and we’ll guide you toward what’s possible.

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