Brian Sooy is the founder and design director of Aespire, a design and marketing communications agency that works with mission-driven organizations.

A design professional for 30 years, he regularly consults with leaders from mission-driven organizations, advising them on leadership, positioning, marketing, and communications principles that help them connect their purpose and mission with their audience.

He is the author of <em><a href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IPV9FES" target="_blank">Raise Your Voice: A Cause Manifesto</a></em>, a "practical, powerful and inspiring" book that will help you understand how your organization's purpose and identity represents your cause, and moves your organization beyond branding.

Brian serves on the board of directors of <a href="http://www.secondharvestfoodbank.org" target="_blank">Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio</a>, and the board of <a href="http://www.sonlife.com" target="_blank">Sonlife</a>.