Stingray Writing

09/04/2026

Okay, first official "Rebrandy" (aka, Rebecca, Brittany, and Mandy lol) project is off and running, and I love how it came together!

Meet Nancy Lee of Corner House Treats, a cottage chocolatier based out of Omaha. Also the person responsible for the stingray-shaped chocolates that I used as icebreakers and an excuse to talk to people at a recent Lincoln Chamber of Commerce new member showcase (introvert hack!)

Nancy hired the three of us to rebrand her chocolate business:

- Mandy Peterson (SevnSpero Creations) - logo, colors, fonts, brand guidelines
- Rebecca Marie Photo - Lincoln - brand photos
- Brittany Wren (me) - tagline, messaging, website copy, Squarespace formatting, content calendar, and social media templates

This was a fun, rewarding group project. Happy I get to work with such fun, creative people.

P.S. Nancy can make YOU some special white-labeled treats, too! Also available for weddings, events, and... you know... a random Tuesday.

09/03/2026

Yay! So excited to meet new entrepreneurs and give some free marketing advice. Every second Thursday!

09/01/2026

Joining the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce has been a real value-add for me. Plus, I'm offering media benefits to other new members! 1 free press release or short blog. It's been really fun meeting other members. We have a fun business scene in Lincoln. Shout out to Becca Fowler for bringing me on and connecting all of us!

Pictured: Me and my marketing comrades Mandy Peterson of SevnSpero Creations and Jenna Rhodes from Grindstone Agency at last week's new member showcase, my view from The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel lobby beforehand, and me in front of my booth.

07/27/2026

Going from zero to 150 followers on LinkedIn is hard work. So is growing from 150 to 500 (or 1,500). It starts with having a recognizable brand presence, and we can help you get started.

Here's the proof: I've helped seven clients grow their LinkedIn followers over the last year AND the last quarter with a solid 11% engagement rate (2-4% is the benchmark for "good"). More people ("unique viewers") are seeing their content than ever before, and their presence will continue to grow over time.

Those are the metrics. And that's why I’m so excited about this collaboration at Residence Inn by Marriott Lincoln Downtown. July 30 is right around the corner, and we still have some available spots for the LinkedIn Mini Makeover.

If you are tired of sounding generic online, or if you're a leader trying to build deep credibility with donors or clients, a polished digital presence isn't optional—it's essential.

Let Mandy Peterson (SevnSpero Creations), Rebecca Marie Photo - Lincoln, and I take care of the heavy lifting. We bring the creative punch, the strategic positioning, and the high-end visuals to make your personal brand stand out in a crowded market.

This is your last chance to secure one of our 10 slots for $297.

The registration link is in the comments.

Hope to see you there!

07/14/2026

If you've been delaying a LinkedIn refresh because you just don't have the time, this was made for you. In 90 minutes, we give your digital footprint a comprehensive strategy, copy, and visual overhaul.

Here is what you get on July 30 at the Residence Inn Downtown:

👉 1-on-1 copy session with me to pull out your unique story and write a tagline/headline and bio that sticks.

👉 1-on-1 design session with Mandy Peterson of SevnSpero Creations to build a stunning, custom cover image.

👉 1-on-1 photo session with Rebecca Marie Photo - Lincoln for a modern, approachable brand headshot.

PLUS, we’ll give you our uncensored tips and future discounts on all things content, from digital marketing to logo design and full brand photography.

We think this $297 investment will be worth your while.

Claim your spot: calendly.com/rebeccamariephoto/the-profile-upgrade-linkedin-mini-makeover

07/13/2026

Writing community impact stories is one of my favorite things to do. Entering someone's home or place of work, talking, asking questions, recording audio notes so I can be fully present, taking candid photos on my phone... These are the mechanics of storytelling.

Thank you to Sam, Prosper Lincoln, Lincoln Littles, and Lincoln Community Foundation for doing the real work every day.

Policy change starts with a conversation.

From his barber chair, Sam Dov is helping his neighbors find their voice and contact their senators about the importance of affordable childcare.

This is what Prosper Lincoln, Lincoln Littles, and the Lincoln Community Foundation are all about – neighbors helping neighbors build a stronger city.

Read Sam’s story and see why LB304 was a win for our workforce.
https://prosperlincoln.org/childcare-crisis/

05/28/2026

Today's the day! If you haven't given to an organization yet for Give to Lincoln Day, might I suggest Lincoln Literacy?

I started working with Lincoln Literacy almost 4 years ago, and I couldn't be prouder of the work they do!

When I taught English as a volunteer in Lima, Peru, a long time ago, I quickly realized I had a lot to learn about my own language. The only way through that experience was with the help of other English instructors and the many wonderful students who survived my class. (Pictured: My very first ELL class. I think this was taken at a class party, right after one of our notorious exams 🙃)

English is a primary language in many parts of the world, so it was required for my students' degrees. We taught English, hoping their new language skills would unlock new work opportunities.

That holds true in Lincoln, Nebraska, too.

Lincoln Literacy helps any adult in Lincoln gain the language and work skills they need to navigate everyday life. From basic English to computer literacy and pre-CNA classes, the organization does so much to help our neighbors, and it offers its classes free of charge.

You can give online today at givetolincoln.com/nonprofits/lincoln-literacy, or after May 28 at lincolnliteracy.org.

Learn more about Lincoln Literacy's impact in this story about their collaboration with Bryan Health and Bryan College of Health Sciences, published by the Community Health Endowment of Lincoln: https://www.chelincoln.org/im-proud-that-i-was-useful-in-difficult-times.html

Thanks to Mandy Peterson of SevnSpero Creations for the yard sign design, and Chuck Haacker for the photo!

05/21/2026

I quit my job and became self-employed full-time almost four years ago.

There have definitely been some ups and downs. Moments when I questioned if I could really do this marketing thing. Nights when I ugly cried with friends. Weeks when I worked late almost every night and never felt on top of things. Months that were financially hard. Taxes always the least fun surprise. Vacations where I worked from my phone in the car on the way to a cool destination, kids in the back seat, and a bag of candy in my lap.

But this has been a really good year. Not just in terms of clients and workload, but most of all, the community I've found in the American Marketing Association Lincoln Chapter. It's one of the reasons why winning the Marketer of the Year award this month at Prisms was so special.

Being chosen by the coolest, most talented group of people I know is a high I'll keep riding for a long time.

This is the video that was shown that night, produced by CueMotion: https://youtu.be/GeCdA_BS6JU

Here's what was read on stage:

"Brittany provides storytelling guidance for small businesses and nonprofits in our communities. Her approach to marketing and writing is highly strategic. Clear, sharp, intentional, and one of the most genuine humans you’ll meet, Brittany is highly involved in her community, and we’re extremely proud of the work she’s done."

And in case this wasn't clear in the video or in this post, I really. Really. Love my job.

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05/08/2026

This was fun. Thank you to for such a fun evening and for this award. It's a huge honor.

05/06/2026

Love to see our Give to Lincoln Day work out in the wild for Foster Care Closet! Thanks, ChefauChef, for helping to spread the word with this yard sign. (Spotted while picking up dinner today.)

Mandy Peterson of SevnSpero Creations on design
Rebecca Marie Photo - Lincoln on the photography this graphic was based on.
Eagle Printing and Sign on ...you know, the printing.