Who?

Transform Your
Brand with Modern
Design & Digital Impact

I'm Les Gardner, a Hybrid Senior Designer + Digital Designer (Growth Partner). I craft data-driven brand experiences for B2B, B2C, and Fortune 500 clients that are built to deliver measurable ROI — and outcomes that direclty translate to revenue.  

42% Lead increase

Event Experiential Design

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High Impact Conferences

Results: The strategically designed environment was a cornerstone of a campaign that contributed to a 42% increase in attendance.

26% Yearly lift

Modern Podiatry Websites

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Building credibility

Results: New designs achieved a 20% reduction in bounce rate leading to a significant lift in appointment conversions.

238% Growth

Eyewear Ecommerce Launch

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Kickstarter Ecommerce

Results: Delivered a massive 238% growth in ecommerce conversion rates and a 42% increase in Average Order Value (AOV).

1.2M Views,
24 Hrs

Social Media Campaigns

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Visual-first Posts

Results: Generated a staggering 705% social growth, with content achieving 1.2 Million views and driving 6,700 click-throughs to the website within a 24-hour period.

Creative Solutions

How I Drive Growth
with Design Ethos

From creative vision to business results, at the core of my crafted digital experiences is clear intention and creative solutions that connect, engage, and convert —impacting across digital touchpoints.

Event Experential Design

42% lead Increase

End-to-end experiential design for a premier real estate and urban planning conference. Created a cohesive brand environment across booth design, digital screen visuals, and presentation materials to position ULI.

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Urban Land Institute Conference

Challenge

To create a high-impact expo presence that would attract and engage high-value attendees in a competitive environment, ultimately generating qualified leads and reinforcing brand authority.

Solution

Developed a scalable visual system for all event touchpoints, from environmental graphics to dynamic LED content. The design focused on clear, compelling data visualization and immersive storytelling to make complex urban planning concepts accessible and engaging.

Result

The strategically designed environment was a cornerstone of a campaign that contributed to a 42% increase in attendance.
Kids' Eyewear Launch

238% growth ecommerce

A full-scale ecommerce storefront launch for a children's eyewear brand. Focused on creating a shoppable, user-friendly experience for parents that drives sales and builds brand loyalty.

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Full-Scale Launch, Kickstarter

Challenge

To enter a competitive market and achieve rapid revenue growth by converting casual browsers into confident buyers, despite the challenges of online eyewear purchasing.

Solution

Led strategic decision-making for a data-driven design, implementing shoppable content, rich media, and an intuitive, family-focused UI/UX. Conducted rigorous A/B testing to optimize the path to purchase from product discovery to checkout.

Result

Delivered a massive 238% growth in ecommerce conversion rates. Additionally, strategic cross-selling and user experience improvements drove a 42% increase in Average Order Value (AOV), maximizing revenue per customer.
42% Rise Average Order Value

Data-Driven Ecommerce

Spearheaded the continuous growth and optimization phase for the kids' eyewear brand, focusing on maximizing customer lifetime value and conversion rate optimization (CRO).

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Blue Monster Ecommerce Growth

Challenge

After the initial launch, the goal shifted to maximizing revenue from existing traffic and increasing repeat purchases in a competitive niche market.

Solution

Implemented a rigorous program of A/B testing on key pages, introduced upselling and cross-selling strategies, and developed targeted email marketing flows to nurture customer relationships post-purchase.

Result

These sustained optimization efforts were critical in achieving the overall 238% e-commerce conversion growth and securing the 42% increase in Average Order Value (AOV), directly boosting the client's bottom line.
Modern Podiatry Websites

26% Yearly lift revenue

A complete UX/UI overhaul for a specialized medical practice. Designed and optimized to build trust, clearly communicate services, and drive patient appointment requests.

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Dr Joseph, Building credibility

Challenge

The existing site failed to convey expertise and was not optimized for modern patients who research and book appointments online, leading to low conversion and poor user engagement.

Solution

Implemented a user-centered design process with intuitive navigation and a clear information architecture. Focused on building credibility through professional aesthetics, patient testimonials, and a streamlined, mobile-first appointment request system.

Result

The new design achieved a 20% reduction in bounce rate through improved responsive design. UX optimizations, A/B tested on key flows, led to a significant lift in appointment conversions, mirroring the 16% revenue lift achieved in other UX projects.
Social Media Campaigns

1.2 M views, 24-hours

A targeted social media content strategy designed to build community awareness and drive traffic for a medical practice. Created a series of informative and engaging posts across key platforms.

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Visual-first Posts

Challenge

To cut through the noise of social media and attract new patients in a specific geographic area, establishing Dr. Joseph as the go-to expert in podiatry.

Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

Solution

Developed a multi-channel campaign featuring digital rich media, and data-driven landing pages — a content strategy focused on valuable, visual-first posts that addressed common patient questions and showcased successful outcomes. Leveraged platform-specific best practices for video and imagery to maximize organic reach and engagement.

Strategic storytelling and intuitive UI UX design compel action without friction — across 20+ digital touchpoints. I engineer campaigns that driven 705% social media growth and 1.2M views in 24 hours.

Result

The campaign generated a staggering 705% social growth, with content achieving 1.2 Million views and driving 6,700 click-throughs to the website within a 24-hour period, dramatically increasing local awareness; 30% engagement rate, +40% in campaign recall based on post-campaign surveys.
20% Increase Appointments

Digital Patient Experience

A holistic digital transformation for a medical practice, encompassing website, social media, and patient communications to build trust and streamline the journey from prospect to patient.

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Dr. Joseph User Centered Impact

Challenge

To create a seamless, professional, and reassuring digital experience that alleviates patient anxiety and makes booking an appointment effortless, thereby increasing conversion from all digital channels.

Solution

Conducted user research to understand patient concerns. Applied user-centered design principles to every touchpoint, from the responsive website and educational blog content to the empathetic tone and visuals used in social media posts.

Result

The unified strategy yielded a 20% reduction in bounce rate and a significant increase in appointment requests. The social component alone drove a 705% growth in audience and thousands of high-intent click-throughs, proving the impact of a patient-centric ecosystem.
Multi-Channel
Data-Driven
Big Picture
Performance
Conversion
Revenue
Brand Impact
Visibility
Revenue
Delivery
Where Strategy Meets Swagger

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Modern Design

omnichannel?
More Like
Omni-awesome.

Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

Digital design

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Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

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Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

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Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

Prototypes

Wireframes
for pixel
perfect magic.

I don’t just design screens —I engineer unforgettable digital journeys. From conversion-optimized funnels to marketing-aligned redesigns, every click is crafted to engage, delight, and convert.

web design

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Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

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Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

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Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

Email, Text, Social

Emails That Sell,
not just send.

AI-powered, data-driven, and dripping with personality. I architect dynamic newsletters, triggered campaigns, and interactive narratives that don’t just land in inboxes —they ignite them. Open rates go up. Boredom goes down.

MESSAGING

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Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

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Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

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Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

Look & Feel

A Visual
DJ spinning
Color systems
that pop

Typography with attitude. Layouts so sharp they could cut glass. I define —and defend —your brand’s vibe across every pixel and print piece. Consistency is king, but charisma is the kingdom.

graphic design

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Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

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Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

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Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

Resources

Digital
Asset mvp

resources

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Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

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Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

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Digital design, social, ads, landing pages—you name it, I’ve designed it. Bold visuals, razor-sharp brand consistency, and interactions so smooth they feel like digital silk.

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High-Impact New Media

High-Standard Mass Media

Shared New Media

Traditional Mass Media

Persuasive Messaging

Promo Partners & Brand Collabs

16% Revenue Lift

High-Impact New Media

Inspiring action isn’t luck —it’s strategy. I craft scroll-stopping, thumb-freezing, "And Yes" -inducing content for the digital age. Content That Moves Needles (and people).

16% Revenue Lift

High-Standard Mass Media

Scalable? Check. Sleek? Absolutely. Mass media that doesn’t just reach audiences—it resonates with them. When millions need to see it, it better be flawless. I craft mass media that looks bespoke —even when it’s everywhere. Mass Appeal, No Fluff. (business cards, flyers, logos, posters, stage backdrops, banners, pop-ups, agendas. tickets, booklets, packaging, presentations).

16% Revenue Lift

Shared New Media

Landing pages that convert. Social posts that rack up shares. AI apps that feel human. If it’s shareable, I’ve optimized it. Social-First Storytelling. (landing pages, newsletters, email, social media posts, AI apps, mobile pages shares, digital products).

16% Revenue Lift

Traditional Mass Media

Direct mail that demands to be opened. Magazines that live on coffee tables. Collateral that doesn’t just exist —it performs. Print That Pops. (one-to-many communications print collateral, flyers, publications, posters, magazines, direct mail).

16% Revenue Lift

Persuasive Messaging

Direct mail that gets replies. Newsletters that get clicks. Social narratives that stick. Every word has a job, and that job is conversion. Words That Don’t Just Talk —They Sell. (direct mail, newsletters, direct messaging systems, postcards, catalogs, brochures).

16% Revenue Lift

Promo Partners & Brand Collabs

Teaming up with retailers, agencies, and networks to create campaigns that don’t just reach wider audiences —they own them.

Physician Testimonial

30% Faster Project Delivery
Via AI workflow automation, design and version control systems.

"I could kiss you! Thanknyou."
Robert J Joseph, DPM
Surgical Podiatrist
Los Angeles
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