Where did DuoDot come from?
Sometimes the end of one story is just the beginning of another.
For almost 20 years, we ran Frankman, a design and marketing business we poured our hearts into. It saw us through countless client projects, creative breakthroughs, and challenges we could never have predicted. It was more than just a company. It was a huge part of our lives.
But in 2024, just before Frankman’s 20th anniversary, we faced the hardest moment yet. Despite all efforts, the business entered liquidation. That experience was incredibly tough, emotionally, professionally, and personally. Anyone who’s been through something similar will know the weight of it. The disappointment, the uncertainty and the grief for something you’ve built.
But this isn’t just a story about what we lost.
This is a story about what comes next.
A fresh start, built on everything we’ve learned
We didn’t stop caring. We didn’t stop creating. And we didn’t stop believing in the power of good design and strong messaging to change a business for the better.
From that belief, DuoDot was born.
DuoDot is a new business, with a fresh focus. But it’s shaped by everything we’ve learned, the lessons, the values, and the relationships built over almost two decades. It’s where our love for branding, messaging and marketing comes together under one name.
We’re not trying to replace Frankman. DuoDot is something new, and something we’re incredibly proud of.
Why “DuoDot”?
There’s meaning in the name.
The two dots are carried over from the old Frankman branding. We kept them, because they still matter, but now, they represent so much more…
The start and end of a journey – where a client is now, and where they want to be.
The duo behind the business – Mark and Maggie, bringing together design and strategy.
Two areas we do best – blue for branding, green for marketing.
It’s simple, visual, and rooted in purpose. Just like the brands we build for our clients.
Bold brands. Better marketing.
At DuoDot, we help businesses grow with bold branding, better marketing, and clear messaging that connects. Whether it’s a visual identity, a new website, or a plan that finally makes sense, we’re here to make your brand work harder, so you don’t have to.
So here’s to fresh starts, to resilience, and to building something even stronger.