Positioning a New Player: Defining the Brand Strategy for a Digital HVAC Startup

Label | Details |
Client | Sido (Early-Stage Startup) |
Year | 2021 |
Sector | HVAC / PropTech |
Focus | Brand Positioning and Communication Strategy |
Role | Communications Strategist (Consultant) |
The Challenge
Sido had a strong product, a capable team, and a fresh approach to HVAC management but lacked a brand identity that reflected its innovation or could speak confidently to both investors and customers. Messaging was inconsistent across touchpoints, and core differentiators were getting lost in translation.
The ask wasn’t just to 'clean up the copy.' It was to develop a strategic voice that could carry Sido into the market with clarity, ambition, and credibility.
My Role
As a freelance communications strategist, I worked directly with the founding team to clarify Sido’s value proposition, crystallize its voice, and ensure consistency across brand materials.
I focused on helping them move from 'what we're building' to 'why it matters' — both internally and externally.
Responsibilities included:
• Facilitating early brand positioning conversations with the founders
• Translating product benefits into customer value language
• Developing tone and messaging guides to maintain consistency
• Supporting investor communications and pitch readiness
What I Delivered
• Brand messaging framework articulating Sido’s purpose, tone, audience segments, and key differentiators
• Pitch deck and investor communications refinement with a focus on clarity and value
• Marketing content including website copy, product descriptions, and customer-facing FAQs
• Voice and tone guide for use across digital and support channels
The Outcome
Sido entered the market with a confident brand voice and materials that reflected the caliber of their innovation. Their investor readiness improved significantly, and the team had the tools they needed to represent themselves consistently across growth channels.
Project at a Glance
Label | Details |
Challenge | Creating a distinct brand voice for a technical product |
Approach | Positioning workshops, brand narrative development, content delivery |
Tools Used | Messaging frameworks, pitch decks, tone guides |
Impact | Clearer brand identity, stronger investor communications, better customer resonance |