In their own words

“He is a modern renaissance man with an approach that is gentle yet direct, humorous yet deep- and I see this as a benefit to many...”

Violet H.

Artist & Art Educator

I empower passionate people

By strategically aligning:
Core Values, Strengths, and Vision.

About Rick Callahan

Rick Callahan is an entrepreneur dedicated to growth.

He started his first business at the age of 22 in a sublet office within a manufacturing facility.  Today, he is the founder and CEO of Krative – a branding, design, and marketing agency in the heart of New Haven.


  • Founded the Sprout Internship Program, a competitively sought internship program modeled after trade apprenticeships. (2010)
  • Created and ran the Let’s Grow My Biz Workshop Series that offered business growth insights to entrepreneurs, business owners, and decision-makers. (2014-2016)
  • Created a grant-based marketing sprint program called the Excelerator Program to help startups in CT. (2019)
  • Selected to be the Entrepreneur-In-Residence for the New Haven Free Public Library (NHFPL). (2019)

 

Passion Is Only the Beginning

Through my brand strategy, design, and marketing agency, I've helped hundreds of passionate business owners, entrepreneurs, and executives to more effectively achieve their goals. By turning their beliefs and core values into the driving force that moves them toward a larger vision – one that is true to their sense of purpose.

This was often done as a means to help with our branding and marketing initiatives – but now, I offer this service as a stand-alone consulting and advisory service. Additionally, I provide business and executive coaching services as well.

If you are interested in working with me directly, please feel free to book a complementary consultation call here.

Rick Callahan teaching a class as the Entrepreneur in Residence for NHFPL
Rick Callahan presenting as the Entrepreneur In Residence at the New Haven Free Public Library.
Years helping business owners
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Clients served
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"Core Values" discovered

Featured Projects

A few of Rick's featured initiatives & business concepts.

WHAT CLIENTS SAY?

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