build it right the first time.
Most founders skip steps and pay for it later.
We help you build your business on a foundation that lasts
so every move works together and keeps working.
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Hi, I’m Reggie Ordonez, founder of Forward Brands. 👋
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I help founders build it right the first time.
Building a business isn’t about speed.
It’s about structure.
It’s about having the courage to slow down long enough
to understand your customer, your message, and your place in the market
before you spend a dollar on marketing.
The founder who builds it right doesn’t ask:
“How do I get more traffic?”
They ask:
“How do I make what I have stronger?”
They care about clarity over chaos,
direction over distraction,
and momentum that doesn’t burn out.
They don’t chase trends or tactics.
They build foundations.
Sometimes that means a lean team.
Sometimes that means doing the hard work no one sees.
But always, it means creating something that holds,
so you never have to rebuild it later.
At the end of the day, what binds us together is simple:
We want to build things that last.
Systems that work.
And businesses that move forward, on purpose.
"I just completed the Brand Strategy Sprint, which was hands down the best investment of time and money I’ve made for my business. The coursework was clear, focused, and actionable. If you're building a brand, this is the way to do it. I walked away with clarity, momentum, and a renewed sense of confidence.
Aaron Blaine, Former US Army Green Beret, Founder, Wild Ops Box
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Designed to build the discipline, focus, and clarity your brand’s been missing. Answer one question a day. Do the work. When you finish, you’ll know your customer, your message, and your advantage better than anyone else in your market.
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The core experience inside Forward School. Five steps.
Customer → Competition → Position → Message → Touchpoints.It’s not about looking polished; it’s about building something that actually works.
When you finish, your business finally makes sense on paper, in your message, and in the market.
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“I’ve had the privilege of working with many talented individuals, but few stand out like Reggie. His strategic vision and innovative approach have led to significant marketing successes, including 5x growth in our podcast audience.”
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