Boutique marketing agency · Franklin, Tennessee

Marketing has a method. Growth takes a human.

You've built a business worth growing. I bring the experience, a proven marketing system, and a talented team to help you take it further. Smart strategy, thoughtful execution, and a real person who cares about your success.

Let's talk about your business ↗See my work

smart strategy, real people ✳

Good company to be in

Brands & businesses I've had the pleasure of supporting.

From neighborhood favorites to national names, I've had the privilege of helping good businesses grow.

Hover to pause

Sound familiar?

Great business. A little too much marketing guesswork?

Your business has grown, but maybe your marketing hasn't quite kept up. Your website needs attention. Content gets pushed to the bottom of the list. You've tried a few different things, but it's hard to see what's moving the needle.

You don't need to do all the marketing. You need a clear system, a thoughtful plan, and the right people making it happen.

Experienced strategy instead of scattered tactics
A trusted partner who knows your business
A talented team to handle the actual work

20+years of marketing experience

60+businesses served*

2019ABH Connect founded

500+campaigns launched

What we do

The right marketing support, all in one place.

Strategy first, then the doing. Whether you need help with one piece or the whole picture, I'll build a plan around what makes sense for your business—and bring in the right people to make it happen.

↗

Lead & strategize

Senior-level thinking that puts the right priorities first.

Fractional marketing leadership
Marketing strategy & roadmaps
Brand positioning & messaging
Budgets, analytics & reporting

◇

Build the foundation

Make sure the brand and website are ready for the attention they deserve.

Website design & development
Brand identity & design
SEO & AI search readiness
Content strategy & production

✳

Reach & grow

Connected campaigns and consistent execution, month after month.

Paid search & social campaigns
Social media management
Email marketing & automation
PR, lead generation & campaigns

Meet the human behind the method

Hi, I'm Kari. Marketing is what I do. Helping people is why I love it.

I've spent more than 20 years helping businesses figure out how to grow. And if there's one thing I've learned, it's that good marketing isn't about doing everything. It's about knowing what matters, building a smart system, and bringing the right people together to make it work.

I founded ABH Connect in 2019 to give growing businesses the strategic attention they deserve and the hands-on help they need. Today, I lead a trusted network of creative, digital, and technical specialists who bring those plans to life.

I embrace new tools, including AI, when they make the work smarter and more efficient. But great marketing still takes experience, judgment, real relationships, and a human who cares.

20+ years in marketing

Founder-led since 2019

Strategy + execution

multiple industry experience

BEYOND THE CAMPAIGNS

Good work starts with good relationships.

Some of the best parts of my job happen away from the screen — getting to know business owners, showing up for clients, and being part of the communities they serve.

Kari and Warren Brown at an outdoor community event wearing ABH Connect shirts — Online and offline marketing power

An in-person working conversation at a local cafe — Real conversations

A marketing and community event gathering — Showing up for clients

Kari spending time with colleagues at a business gathering — Relationships that last

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PLAN

Meet my go-to partners.

I believe great marketing takes the right people, not just the right plan. I work with a trusted network of specialists who bring deep experience, fresh ideas, and a shared commitment to doing great work. I stay close to the strategy and your business, while bringing in the talent each project needs.

Jon Myers

Marketing & Creative

Todd Rode

Web Strategy & Development

Warren Brown

Revenue & Growth

Marissa Bowers

Graphic Design

Tejas C.

Digital Ads / SEO

Miriam Davis

Fractional CPA

Kathryn Swanton

Graphic Design & Social Media

A talented team when you need one. A personal relationship from start to finish.

Track record

What I've helped make happen.

Results worth talking about. Because marketing should do more than look good.

STS Group · conversions

+80%

Website conversion improvement

Advantage Shutters · conversions

+300%

Website conversion improvement

Red Collar Pet Foods · social

+600%

Social performance growth

Selected work

A peek at the work.

Different businesses. Different goals. One thoughtful approach.

Marketing strategy · digital

Making more of every website visit

STS Group

+80% conversionsIntegrated marketing

Website · SEO · marketing

Turning visibility into action

Advantage Shutters

+300% conversionsSmall-business growth

Content · social

Giving a great brand a bigger voice

Red Collar Pet Foods

+600% social growthBrand storytelling

Your next chapter

Let's make your business the next success story.

Strategy, creativity, and a team that feels like yours.

Let's talk ↗

The ABH growth system

How we'll work together.

Every business is different, but my approach is simple: listen closely, build a smart plan, bring the right people to the table, and keep making it better.

Discover

I'll get to know your business, your customers, your goals, and what makes you different.

Strategize

I'll help set the priorities and build a practical roadmap so every effort has a purpose.

Execute

I'll bring in the right people to put the plan into action—with consistency and attention to detail.

Improve & grow

I'll keep an eye on what matters, adjust as we learn, and build on what's working.

Kind words

Good people. Good work. Good relationships.

One of my favorite parts of this work? The people I get to work with.

The decision to outsource marketing to ABH Connect has been a game-changer for STS Group, enabling us to scale our marketing efforts, achieve consistency in deliverables, and witness a remarkable improvement in our overall brand positioning and market impact.

STS Group

The ABH Connect team did a fantastic job developing and executing a comprehensive marketing plan for Red Collar Pet Foods.

Chris Hamilton · Former President & CEO, Red Collar Pet Foods

Good questions

Small-business marketing FAQ

Straight answers to questions I hear from business owners before we get started.

What does working with a marketing agency cost?

It depends on where you need help and how much ongoing support makes sense. I'll start with your goals and budget, then recommend a practical scope—not a list of services you don't need. We'll talk through pricing clearly before we begin.

Do I need every marketing service you offer?

Not at all. I'll get to know your business and help prioritize the work that can make the biggest difference. Sometimes that means fixing your website or messaging before sending more traffic its way. Other times, it means putting a solid plan into motion consistently.

How long does it take to see marketing results?

That depends on your starting point and the channels we choose. Some website and campaign improvements show progress fairly quickly; SEO, content, and brand building often take longer. I'll set realistic expectations with you and make sure we're measuring what matters.

Do you work only with businesses in Tennessee?

No. I'm based in Franklin, Tennessee, and work with businesses across the country. I'm comfortable collaborating remotely, and I stay connected through regular check-ins and clear communication.

Will I work directly with Kari?

Yes! You'll work directly with me on strategy and direction. I also bring in trusted creative, digital, and technical specialists when your project needs them. You'll have a clear point of contact, with the right expertise behind the scenes.

Do you use AI in your marketing work?

I use AI thoughtfully when it improves research, efficiency, or execution. But I don't outsource the thinking. I guide the strategy, review the work, and make sure your marketing still sounds and feels like you.

Get in touch

Let's make something good happen.

Tell me a little about your business and where you'd like to go. We'll start with a no-pressure conversation about your goals, what might be getting in the way, and whether I'm the right person to help.

✉ info@abhconnect.com

Can't wait to hear what you're building. ↗