The Bureau Of Small Projects
We leverage our branding, web development and marketing experience with Fortune 500 companies and major Brands using all the “trade secrets” that we have developed over the years to help SMALL businesses startups and nonprofits make a BIG impact. EVERYONE on The Bureau Of Small Projects team has fortune 500 and big brand experience.
David recently directed the critically acclaimed documentary, Kindness Is Contagious, a film all about being nice and the benefits of being nice, narrated by Catherine Ryan Hyde, bestselling author of the book (and movie) Pay It Forward. Inspired by this experience, he is using his expertise and relationships with major brands and fortune 500 companies to provide better branding, web development and marketing for Silicon Valley VC firms, startups, nonprofits and small businesses who are making a difference.
He has received numerous awards in advertising, photography and film and has over 20 years of experience with major brands such as Levi’s, Sony, IBM, Kellogg's and Disney as well as world class museums and cultural centers such as Le Louvre, Le Musee d'Art Moderne, Le Centre Pompidou. He writes about branding for Forbes and his work has been featured in Communication Arts (Including Cover), Fast Company, Graphis, The Huffington Post, The San Francisco Examiner Sunday Magazine, The Chicago Tribune Sunday Magazine, NOTCOT and numerous blogs.
David has spoken at Stanford University, The Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris and at events all across the country and will be teaching workshops at Princeton University in the Fall. #Branding, #Marketing, #Advertising, #Web Development, #Web Design, #Design
We leverage our branding, web development and marketing experience with Fortune 500 companies and major Brands using all the “trade secrets” that we have developed over the years to help SMALL businesses startups and nonprofits make a BIG impact. EVERYONE on The Bureau Of Small Projects team has fortune 500 and big brand experience.
David recently directed the critically acclaimed documentary, Kindness Is Contagious, a film all about being nice and the benefits of being nice, narrated by Catherine Ryan Hyde, bestselling author of the book (and movie) Pay It Forward. Inspired by this experience, he is using his expertise and relationships with major brands and fortune 500 companies to provide better branding, web development and marketing for Silicon Valley VC firms, startups, nonprofits and small businesses who are making a difference.
He has received numerous awards in advertising, photography and film and has over 20 years of experience with major brands such as Levi’s, Sony, IBM, Kellogg's and Disney as well as world class museums and cultural centers such as Le Louvre, Le Musee d'Art Moderne, Le Centre Pompidou. He writes about branding for Forbes and his work has been featured in Communication Arts (Including Cover), Fast Company, Graphis, The Huffington Post, The San Francisco Examiner Sunday Magazine, The Chicago Tribune Sunday Magazine, NOTCOT and numerous blogs.
David has spoken at Stanford University, The Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris and at events all across the country and will be teaching workshops at Princeton University in the Fall. #Branding, #Marketing, #Advertising, #Web Development, #Web Design, #Design
AI Overview
Performance snapshot
The Bureau Of Small Projects is a full-service branding and web development agency with a strong track record across small-to-midsize clients in diverse industries. The overwhelming majority of reviews reflect consistent strengths in communication, on-time delivery, and client-centric service, yielding Strong ratings across nearly all categories. Two isolated negative reviews, both from the same client (an IT consulting firm), cite poor quality and inconsistent freelance output, representing the primary recurring concern in an otherwise highly positive review corpus.
Performance breakdown
Technical expertise
StrongMultiple reviews confirm proficiency in WordPress, BigCommerce, custom CMS/LMS builds, database-driven websites, and SEO. A media company project delivered over 1,000 live pages with front- and backend database development, serving as a high-density anchor for this rating.
Project management & delivery
StrongOn-time delivery is one of the most consistently praised attributes across the review corpus, with clients frequently citing milestone adherence and efficient workflows. One casino operator noted a 35% web traffic increase within 60 days of launch, reinforcing execution quality.
Communication & collaboration
StrongResponsiveness and transparency are cited in nearly every review across all platforms. Clients consistently highlight proactive communication via email, phone, and video calls, with one early review noting minor initial communication glitches that were ultimately resolved.
Reliability
MixedThe vast majority of clients report stable, high-quality final products. However, one IT consulting client detailed broken links, erratic form fields, and an outdated page builder upon launch, and another B2B tech client noted unmet requirements — introducing a pattern of inconsistency on select engagements.
Client satisfaction & outcomes
StrongTangible outcomes are documented across multiple engagements: 20% revenue growth for a paddleboarding retailer, 35% web traffic increase for a casino operator within 60 days, and 180 students enrolled in an education pilot with zero negative survey responses. Overall client satisfaction is exceptionally high.
Best for
Best suited for small businesses, nonprofits, and growth-stage companies seeking branding, WordPress web design, and digital marketing with a high-touch, personalized service model. Particularly strong for clients prioritizing responsiveness, creative collaboration, and cost-conscious delivery.
Clients info
The Bureau Of Small Projects primarily serves small businesses and nonprofits, with a concentration of clients in the 1–50 employee range. Project budgets most commonly fall between $10,000 and $49,999, with several engagements under $10,000, reflecting a cost-accessible positioning. Key industries include nonprofits, education, legal, media, retail, and healthcare. Primary industries represented include Nonprofit & Social Organizations, Education, Legal, Media & Entertainment, Retail & eCommerce, Healthcare & Medical, Financial Services, Information Technology. Typical client size bands include 1–10 Employees, 11–50 Employees, 51–200 Employees. Common project budget ranges include Less than $10,000, $10,000 to $49,999, $50,000 to $199,999.
Review strength
The assessment draws on 104 reviews spanning four platforms, with the majority collected between 2017 and 2026. The review base is robust and recent, with the latest reviews dated March 2026. A portion of reviews predate 2022 and should be weighed accordingly, though the volume of recent data is strong. Review date range: May 2014 - March 2026.
Performance breakdown
Technical expertise
StrongMultiple reviews confirm proficiency in WordPress, BigCommerce, custom CMS/LMS builds, database-driven websites, and SEO. A media company project delivered over 1,000 live pages with front- and backend database development, serving as a high-density anchor for this rating.
Project management & delivery
StrongOn-time delivery is one of the most consistently praised attributes across the review corpus, with clients frequently citing milestone adherence and efficient workflows. One casino operator noted a 35% web traffic increase within 60 days of launch, reinforcing execution quality.
Communication & collaboration
StrongResponsiveness and transparency are cited in nearly every review across all platforms. Clients consistently highlight proactive communication via email, phone, and video calls, with one early review noting minor initial communication glitches that were ultimately resolved.
Reliability
MixedThe vast majority of clients report stable, high-quality final products. However, one IT consulting client detailed broken links, erratic form fields, and an outdated page builder upon launch, and another B2B tech client noted unmet requirements — introducing a pattern of inconsistency on select engagements.
Client satisfaction & outcomes
StrongTangible outcomes are documented across multiple engagements: 20% revenue growth for a paddleboarding retailer, 35% web traffic increase for a casino operator within 60 days, and 180 students enrolled in an education pilot with zero negative survey responses. Overall client satisfaction is exceptionally high.