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Over Two Decades
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Testimonials about Assessments, Branding, and Tools, Communication Strategies, Speaking, and more!
Zack Langley, Student Pastor
Cookeville First
"I've attended many instructional trainings. The time spent discovering how we can Be Known for Something now tops the list as the most practical and applicable! I was challenged to think outside of the box and wrestle with changes that need to be implemented to grow God's Kingdom. The retreat was WAY MORE than I expected it to be."
Mike Ricks, Worship Pastor
Callahan First Baptist
"We discovered our thread! Massive community buy-in with people in our community using the thread too! Church attendance has almost doubled in 5 years. Incredible!"
Kem Meyer, Author
Communication Advocate
"Thankfully, Mark wastes no time talking about the marketing and branding that’s hurting your church. Even better? He moves past the problem fast to get to the good stuff—what to do about it. I didn’t even get through page 15 before grabbing my favorite pen to start taking notes and answering questions. Reading this book is like sitting down with one of your trusted best buds."
Kevin J Matthews, Pastor
Hillside Baptist Church
"This is the motherlode, jackpot, unbeatable win for a church staff and board team-read"
Brady Shearer, CEO
Pro Church Tools
"Be Known for Something is helping churches navigate the biggest communication shift our world has seen in the last 500 years."
Dr. Mel Blackaby, Pastor
Jonesboro Baptist Church
"Any church that is intentional about reaching people outside its walls needs the insights offered in this agency and book."
Gary Chapman, Ph.D., Author
The 5 Love Languages
"Pastor or church leader… use this as a study tool for your team, committee, or board. If you are ready to grow, this book will point the way."
Jeff Nelson, Lead Pastor
“Our church is 115 years old. We needed a fresh start. [BeKnownForSomething] pushed us to be clearer in the way we communicate with our community. They patiently worked with us. And we’re delighted with the result. It’s re-energized us as a church.”
Carl Barnhill, Founder Owner
Church Visuals
“Be Known for Something has helped transform our entire ministry! Their expertise in branding and thread identity has been crucial to us. Highly recommend!”
Walker Armstrong, Exec Director
Triad Church Network, NC
“Be Known For Something helped at a key pivot point. We wanted a streamlined, simplified approach and Mark brilliantly facilitated discussion with timely advice to finding our ministry thread. We renamed and got clarity for helping churches “go beyond survival”. We’re now positioned to do enhanced work for years to come!”
Mike Hunter, CCA, Sr Pastor
Midland, Texas
“BeKnownForSomething’s work is relevant and contextual for where and how the church should communicate and inspire in this digital age. His skills are scalable for churches of any size. We all should be listening!”
Dr. James Forsyth, Sr Pastor
Cedar Springs Presbyterian, Knoxville, TN
“Be Known for Something took the time to understand not only our passions but also the people God has called us to reach. Their insights, thread, and strategy that followed have been profoundly helpful to our church.”
Brian Schwarberg, Lead Pastor
“I buy into working with {Mark and BeKnownForSomething} 100%. They helped change the trajectory of our church in a significant way.”
Ben Stapley, Exec Pastor
The Life Christian Church
“Be Known for Something knows how to narrow down your brand and help it stand out in a world oversaturated in banal messaging. They have a proven track record over decades of helping organizations and individuals connect to their audience in the profit and non-profit worlds. Need help understanding your core message and finding your core audience? Mark’s your man!”
WFX Attendee, Ministry Leader
Worship Facilities Expo
“practical application with a good theory. Best presentation of the day! Gave me hope that there is a way to be effective in what I do and make people happy and people actually get info.”
Joe Carbonaro, Exec Director
Kingwood UMC, Houston
“it’s been a fascinating journey of discovery through each and every step of the process. We wholeheartedly recommend them to every church!”
Josh Starr, Entrepreneur and Pastor
Pixel Painters, Scarlet Hope, Shopify Audit
“Be Known for Something is the national voice of becoming relevant. Every organization needs this process.
Noble S. Mosby, Dir Communications
First Baptist Jonesboro, Atlanta
“By helping us better understand the needs of our community, BeKnownForSomething discovered…ministry solutions that attract and influence our community for Christ”
Ben Trites, Exec Director
Bayside Camp, Canada
“… their creative process has transformed our marketing and communications”
Dr. Rick Blackwood, Pastor
Christ Fellowship, Miami FL
“Be Known for Something) can help you get the Word out to others. Mark is a kind and thoughtful person who can be a guiding light for those who just need to broaden the scope of those they wish to serve.”
Jon Carlson, Graphic Designer
Fox River Church, Wisconsin
“… Mark made me feel like a Million Dollars”
Rev. Phill Martin, Deputy CEO
The Church Network (NACBA)
“BeKnownForSomething’s steady leadership and support has developed our new brand and communications that will significantly impact our work in the next century”
Rex Miller, Author, Thought Leader
Mindshift
“Mark delivered more insight and value in one hour than anyone I’ve ever met with or hired. I’ve done these drills many times with marketing folks who make big promises but give you stuff you already know. What makes Mark different is the amount of homework and analysis he did. He found details that I wasn’t even aware of. He was respectfully blunt and gave me positive steps forward. I was both motivated and equipped to begin taking control of my brand.”
Jim Wagner, Vice-President
EH Events and Publishing
“Mark has been an essential part of our Conference and Publications. His understanding of church communications is irreplaceable. He has a keen observation of social media and tech trends, and creative marketing”
WFX Expo Attendee
Worship Facilities Expo
“Great speaker, relevant content. Excellent, best speaker of the day!”
Cathy Hutchison, VP, Marketing
Acoustic Dimensions, Dallas
"…your leadership (has) helped us navigate our hurdles… and allowed us to be effective in making decisions”
WFX Expo Attendee
Worship Facilities Expo
“information provided in a lively and relatable way. Loved it! Very useful”
Dr. Rob Peters, Sr Pastor
Calvary Baptist Church, NC
“I thank God for Be Known for Something and your work”
DR. RICK BLACKWOOD
Teaching Pastor, Christ Fellowship (Miami)
"Be Known for Something can elevate a church's focus. Their passion is real for the church."
Denise Craig, CCA
CEO, The Church Network
"Be Known for Something is passionate about finding your unique thread and then communicating it creatively to others. When you're unique, you stand out from the crowd, and Mark shows you how to do that!"