An independent brand strategist and

multi-disciplinary creative based in Newport, RI

Joe Del Buono

Founder + Creative Director

New era, who dis?

I also consult on a diverse mix of companies, both big and small, leveraging my 20+ years of experience to drive visions to life and create an authentic exchange between consumer and brand through strategy, storytelling & artistic development.

Along the way I’ve been fortunate enough to work with a few notable names including Foxwoods/MGM Grand/Encore Casinos, Dineamic/Riot/Bond/Coje/Varano Hospitality Groups, Carolyn Rafaelian (Alex + Ani, Metal Alchemist), Palm Ventures, Quabbin Capital, Ducati, Live Nation, Nylo Hotels, RSP Nutrition, Celebrity Chefs Guy Fieri + Fabio Viviani, Keches Law Group, Coldwell Banker, Keller Williams, Eastern Poker Tour, HBO and (many) more.

I’m a proud graduate of Bishop Hendricken High School and Emerson College. I reside in Newport, RI with my wife and two children. I’m an active member of my community, holding a position on the city’s hospitality board and an active member of its Chamber of Commerce.

Pulling from my vast and diverse personal experiences dating back to childhood up until now, I have not let myself be defined simply by one facet. I embody a true Renaissance spirit, boldly representing the modernnversion of a multi-disciplinary “Jack-Of-All-Trades” - while, of course, mastering a few along the way. I’ve maintained successful tenures as both an entrepreneur and high-level employee. And along the way, I co-founded two Boston-based design agencies [Heavy, Inc and Big Night Creative formerly known as Big Mind Creative Group] before exiting them in 2022 to fully pursue my own endeavor -BUOTIQUE.

Through my many years as a creative professional I have gained a unique understanding of the relationship between brand + people and how to connect the two through design, marketing and thinking a little differently. I have helped steward nationally recognized hospitality companies, world renown recording artists + performers, retail + lifestyle brands, entertainment venues and startups with award-winning visuals and concepts.

BUOTIQUE

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CONTACT

Email:

office:

Newport, RI

Phone:

+ 401.400.3126