Branding & Website for Venture Capital Firm

Fable&Co. were approached to rebrand Black Fountain Capital - an established, global venture capital firm, headquartered in Geneva. Black Fountain infuses smart capital & supports ambitious, resilient founders - breathing life into dreams & turning possibilities into realities.

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Guided by instinct, driven by possibility.

By backing exceptional visionaries destined for greatness, Black Fountain go beyond mere investment; acting as catalysts for transformation, empowering founders to reach new heights & unlock the full potential of their ventures.

With over 20 years of experience in the investment & advisory industry, the members of Black Fountain have grown multiple companies from early-stage startups to market leaders in their respective sectors.

They have also successfully navigated many turn-around cases, identifying common patterns of success applicable across industries. Black Fountain participates in the growth of diverse industries & economies worldwide, with a track record of success across all seven continents.

Brand Research

During a qualitative research phase, Fable&Co. explored the unique brand positioning of this established venture capital firm. We discovered an entrepreneurial passion, authenticity & respect within Black Fountain – values that are not commonly associated with typical VC firms.

This insight led to the creation of a new brand tagline: “Guided by instinct, driven by possibility.”

Conceptual Thinking

The brand design for this established venture capital firm exudes elegance & professionalism, meticulously crafted to reflect the firm’s coveted reputation yet also dynamic & inspiring enough to engage effectively with their founder audience. The design seamlessly integrates a refined & natural colour palette. The logo – a simple monogram of the firm’s initials – is paired with a modern sans-serif font & cursive serif combination, balancing tradition with contemporary flair.

High-quality materials, including embossed business cards & sleek, minimalistic stationery, enhance the tactile experience. Each element – from the subtle textures & confident use of clean space, to the strategic placement of brand assets – conveys a message of stability, innovation, & forward-thinking investment strategies. This perfectly encapsulates the firm’s identity & authentically differentiating them from countless other venture capital firms.

This new brand identity was consistently applied to key deliverables, including a corporate stationery suite, social media channels, business templates, PowerPoint decks, along with a dynamic & engaging new website.

Project Deliverables

Brand Workshop
Research & Brand Strategy
Brand Positioning
Brand Identity
Logo Design
Corporate Stationery Design
Copy Writing
Website Design & Development
Social Media Page Design
Creative Consultancy & Project Management

The Online Experience

It was crucial that the website portrayed the same sense of confidence & effortless sophistication as the brand identity.

The Black Fountain website adopts the use of seamless transitions & subtle animations throughout to create a smooth & rewarding digital experience. This is balanced with the clean & minimal aesthetic exuding a sleek & timeless quality.

 

 

Black Fountain is now set to continue its legacy of excellence in venture capital. The brand identity we've developed not only acknowledges their authentic nature but also distinguishes them as a progressive leader in their field.

– Ross Davison, Managing / Creative Director, Fable&Co.

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