About Bernell

Believe it or not, this is my retirement gig.

I’ve spent 47 years as a marketer and small business advisor — owning multiple companies (some successful) and guiding hundreds of others.

I’ve negotiated national promotions with brands like Hershey, 7-Eleven, and Kraft… but my real passion is helping early-stage companies break past that stubborn $500K mark and grow to $2M and beyond.

I’ve hosted mastermind groups, led a small business podcast, and even attempted retirement. (It didn’t stick.)

Today, I work directly with founders in their first five years — the stage where most businesses stall. I’m not the hero of your story. I’m your guide.

AI is an extraordinary tool — and I use it often. But at its core, it’s still just information. Powerful, yes. But without judgment, values, or lived experience.

Strategy requires discernment.
It requires understanding people — not just patterns.

That’s where I come in.

When your brand is aligned, decisions get easier. Marketing gets focused. Growth becomes intentional.

If you’re building something meaningful and want clearer direction, let’s talk.