Grow Your Business While Giving Back
Bid on a Marketing Analysis & Strategy Consultation at Central Christian School’s Annual Auction on March 14, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
This consultation from Journey Marketing (a $2,000 value) will help you uncover what’s working in your marketing, identify opportunities to reach more customers, and give you a clear roadmap for your next best steps, all while supporting a great cause.
What Does The Marketing Evaluation Include?
1. A Brand Evaluation
I'll review the visual consistency of your brand, messaging, and imagery on your website and social media.
2. A Marketing Evaluation
I'll evaluate your website data (such as visits, engagement, and conversion rates), and opportunities for SEO and AIO.
3. An On-Going Marketing Plan
Put the recommendations into action with a personalized marketing plan and next steps to carry it out.
How Does It Work?
Bid at the Central Christian auction.
Join the in-person, live auction and bid on a marketing evaluation and strategy consultation to invest in your business while supporting Central Christian School.
Meet for the discovery stage.
We’ll meet to get to know your business, your goals, and challenges. Afterward, I'll analyze your brand and marketing efforts.
Discuss the opportunities.
We'll meet a second time to review the marketing evaluation and discuss marketing opportunities. You'll leave with practical next steps to move your business forward.
Watch your business grow & your impact multiply.
You can take your plan and run with it, or continue partnering with Journey Marketing for ongoing strategy and support.
About Journey Marketing
Hi, I’m Kelsey Shue Hochstetler, a wife, mom of three girls, and owner of Journey Marketing, based in Berlin, Ohio.
A Central Alumna
As a 2006 Central Christian graduate, I experienced firsthand the power of a small, faith-based school where values, music, and community are woven into everything. Whether it was Student Council, Varsity Singers, or acting in Annie, Central taught me the importance of showing up and pitching in. Now, I’m proud to give back to the community that helped shape who I am.
With Experience and Education
Over the past 15 years, I’ve built my marketing career, earned my BA in Communications, my MBA in Marketing, and trained with world-class leaders like Duncan Wardle, Disney’s former Director of Innovation. Through Journey Marketing, I bring that experience home to help local, purpose-driven businesses build strong brands, reach the right people, and find clarity in their marketing.
Invested in Our Community
Central Christian has shaped so many lives in our community, including mine. This is my way of giving back, by helping local businesses grow, while investing in this community's next generation of business leaders.
Why Business Owners Love Working With Journey Marketing
Get high-quality marketing without the cost of a full-time hire.
Small- to medium-sized businesses can tap into high-quality marketing without paying the pricetag (and benefits) of a full-time, experienced employee.
Work with a partner who gives your business focused attention.
With a limited client roster, I provide hands-on guidance and personalized support.
Gain clarity and confidence with data-driven insight.
Journey Marketing analyzes customer behavior through data and empathy to evaluate each marketing tactic and key performance indicator according to the awareness, consideration, and decision-making stages of the customer journey.
Support Central Christian School while growing your business.
The auction gift (a $2,000 value) will go straight to Central Christian School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this consultation for?
Local business that wants to reach more customers and help them build trust with the brand: retail shops, restaurants, service providers, non-profits, farms, professional practices, startups, and more.
My business already has a small team. Will you work with them?
Absolutely. I collaborate with in-house teams or contractors to make sure our plan fits your reality.
What will we cover in the consultation?
We’ll review your website, customer behavior (data analytics), social media, and current advertising to identify what’s working and where the biggest, highest-value opportunities are. You’ll leave with a prioritized set of next steps.
How long is the consultation and when will I get the plan?
Typical consultation: 60–90 minutes. After our meeting I’ll deliver a concise, actionable plan to move forward.
Do I have to implement the plan through Journey Marketing?
No. You can implement the plan yourself or with your team. If you prefer ongoing partnership, we can continue working together on a monthly retainer.
How much does the consultation cost?
The consultation is normally priced at $2,000. But since it's offered through the Central Christian auction, place your bid at the event. Any follow-up or implementation work is priced separately; details will be shared if you decide to continue with Journey Marketing.
What if my business is outside Wayne or Holmes County?
Businesses outside those counties are welcome to bid! If the winning bidder is more than 1 hour from Berlin, Ohio, meetings will be conducted online.
Is my business information kept confidential?
Yes. All materials, analytics, and strategy discussions are treated as confidential. We’ll sign a non-disclosure agreement on request.
How do we get started?
Place your bid at the Central Christian auction or contact Journey Marketing after the event to schedule your consultation.
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