About Pen & Dagger.

WRITING. MESSAGING. CONSULTING.

I started out as an academic, but I left to take a path that would allow me to fully invest in my love of words, on my own terms. Writing for brands and corporate leaders allows me to help others experience success, and that fills my tank.

Businesses need what I offer because I'm a researcher at heart. I constantly ask questions; I dig ... and dig ... and dig, and I love exploring lots of possibilities to resolve problems. My writing is built on a foundation of curiosity and discovery, and that approach gives my offering a unique edge. 

I enjoy helping businesses find their unique voices, tell their stories, and effectively engage their specific audiences. And nothing thrills me more than when a client achieves messaging clarity. Why? Because the payoff for them is huge.

I guide my clients toward greater success by helping them cut through the chatter. Backed by extensive research, I develop messaging strategies and write original branded content that maximizes audience impact.

I hold an M.A. and a Ph.D. in English, and I taught research, writing, and literature courses at the University of North Carolina, Greensboro for six years.

Hi. I’m Bryan.

What People Are Saying

  • "I've worked with Bryan on several projects, short and long-term for copywriting, and he has always delivered well-researched and appropriately toned work. The timelines were often tight. We needed fresh content weekly, and we needed him to work independently, interviewing subject matter experts and delivering ready-to-go blogs, web content, articles, and others. I highly recommend Bryan."

    Jordan Lacenski, Founder, Brands By Jordan

  • "My need for writing support was fairly niche, to say the least. I reached out to Bryan at the recommendation of someone in my network, and he was fully up to the task. He listened, understood my needs, helped me strategize, and moved me closer to achieving my goals. His versatility and collaborative mindset also made working with him a pleasure."

    Marjorie Jenkins

  • "I love sending my clients to work with Pen & Dagger! Bryan's deliverables offer game-changing insights for the founders and their marketing/branding teams. His ability to harness research and provide ideal marketing copy allows startups to really tell their story and get immediate results with customers and stakeholders alike."

    Jenn Hensel, Founder and Chief Strategist, ElePitch

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Interested? Schedule an appointment.

1) We’ll discuss your situation and your specific needs.
2) Let’s create a customized action plan.
3) We’ll execute the plan together.