Harish Venkatesh

Founder & CEO

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Crafting narratives that transform brands into market leaders.

Harish Venkatesh is the Founder & CEO of Become®, a multidisciplinary design consultancy celebrated as India’s Best Brand Design Studio for three consecutive years. With over a decade of experience, Harish has shaped the positioning of 200+ global brands, including Intel, PepsiCo, and DarwinBox, crafting transformative strategies that bridge the gap between ambition and leadership.

His career highlights include leading iconic projects like the Dubai Expo 2020—recognized as one of CNN’s Top 7 Pavilions—and spearheading Intel’s Global All.AI event, which earned a Guinness World Record. Harish’s work spans industries such as AI, HealthTech, and Consumer Goods, combining innovative storytelling with actionable strategies to solve complex challenges.

A graduate with a blend of engineering and design expertise, Harish began his journey with Frozen Iris, a creative venture that showcased his passion for photography and storytelling. Over the years, his work has been featured in platforms like National Geographic and DesignUp, reflecting his relentless pursuit of excellence and creativity.

Beyond client work, Harish is a sought-after mentor and thought leader, ranking in the top 1% of mentors on ADPlist. He has delivered inspiring talks at platforms like CreativeMornings, London Design Festival, and Webflow World Tour, and is passionate about equipping organizations with the tools to define their unique market positions.

When he’s not transforming brands, Harish enjoys exploring new perspectives through photography, teaching design strategies, and trekking in the outdoors—a reflection of his belief in staying curious and connected to the world around him.

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Nailing Your Brand Positioning

Define your unique value, align with audience needs, and craft a communication strategy that ensures you remain essential to your audience every step of the way.

Duration: 3–5 Hours
Ideal for: Founders, Brand Strategists, Marketers

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Featured Talks & Workshops

The Simpler, Beautiful Future of Law

Exploring design and storytelling in the context of legal systems.

Jindal School of Law

Storytelling Through Portfolio

Building impactful design portfolios that capture attention and tell a story.

Webflow World Tour

Nailing Your Brand Positioning to Become Irreplaceable

Strategies for brand positioning that ensure market leadership.

CreativeMornings

Storytelling Through Pitch to Raise Faster

Crafting pitch narratives to captivate investors and accelerate fundraising.

DesignUp

Unpacking Positioning for Startups

Guiding early-stage startups to define and refine their market positioning.

500 Startups

The Art of Strategic Storytelling

Creating brand narratives that align with organizational goals and audience needs.

Startup Grind Global Conference

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Harish Venkatesh

Founder & CEO

Indhu Kanth

Director, Design & Research

Shiva Siddarth

Co-founder & CEO, Frontrunner

Pooja Shah

Lead Brand Strategist

Samshritha

Lead Content Designer

Samuel Sleeba

Lead Webflow Developer

Aleesha J B

Associate Client Partner

Vignesh Arullingam

Marketing & Growth Manager

Arun Sandeep

Associate Digital Strategist

Vasanth Kumar

Junior Digital Designer

Shri Karthick Adithya

Junior Digital Designer

Gokulraj Vijayakumar

Junior Digital Designer

Afridha Aneez

Associate Brand Strategist

Kajol Vakharia

Client Partner

Arjun Vishnu Vardhan

Associate Brand Strategist

Gautham A M

Junior Graphic Illustrator

Arun Thangavel

Founding Team, Content Strategist

Divya Sanchana Ananth

Founding Team, Communication Designer

Juhi Bhanot

Growth & Partnerships

Chandru Rajendran

Founder's Office

Noothan

Junior Full Stack Developer

Prity Dhara

Associate Webflow Developer

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The Ultimate Guide to Effective Brand Messaging

Brand messaging is the core communication that defines how a brand expresses its value, purpose, and personality to its audience. It includes the key ideas, promises, and emotions a brand wants people to associate with it. A strong brand message explains what the brand stands for, what it offers, and why it matters.

How to Build a Brand Voice That Truly Connects

Brand voice is the consistent way a company expresses its personality and values through written and spoken communication. It shapes how a brand sounds to its audience and ensures every message reflects the same identity and tone across all channels.

What is Brand Personality and How It Shapes Customer Perception

Brand personality refers to the human traits and emotional qualities that a brand expresses, making it feel like a real person in the eyes of consumers. It shapes how people perceive, describe and connect with a brand, influencing everything from trust to loyalty. A strong brand personality gives a brand its own character, attitude and voice, helping customers relate to it on a deeper emotional level.

AI in Modern Branding - Why the Future of Brand Building Feels Different

Artificial intelligence is quietly reshaping the way brands speak, act and connect with people. From understanding customer behavior to creating personalized experiences, AI is giving modern branding a new level of intelligence and creativity. This article explores how AI influences storytelling, design, customer service and brand strategy, and why it is becoming an essential tool for any business that wants to stay relevant in today’s fast changing world.