YOUR BRAND
IS BORING.
WE FIX THAT.
Elem Solutions is a challenger agency for brands that refuse to blend in. We're your brand therapist, strategist, and executioner—diagnosing what's broken and prescribing bold solutions that work.
WHY WE
EXIST
We started Elem Solutions because we were tired of watching great businesses fail with mediocre marketing. Too many brands play it safe, blend in, and wonder why they're invisible.
We don't do safe. We diagnose what's killing your brand, prescribe a bold strategy, and execute campaigns that make competitors nervous.
Boring brands die. Bold brands dominate. We make brands bold.
WHAT MAKES US
DIFFERENT
You've seen it: forgettable ads, uninspired campaigns, brands that blend into the background. We're here to change that. Our mission is simple — take what's dull, average, or broken, and turn it into something extraordinary. We back brands that take risks, create conversations, and leave a legacy.
Fearless creativity that stands out
We don't play it safe. Bold ideas that demand attention.
Results-driven strategies with impact
Beautiful work that moves the needle and delivers outcomes.
Personalized partnerships — we're part of your journey
Not a vendor, but your strategic partner for the long haul.
Relentless pursuit of excellence (and smashing boring)
We obsess over details until your brand dominates.
OUR
APPROACH
Audit & Diagnosis
We conduct a ruthless audit of your brand—positioning, messaging, visuals, customer experience, competitors. We find what's broken, outdated, or invisible. Then we diagnose the root cause and prescribe the fix.
Strategy Prescription
Custom strategy blueprint tailored to your market, audience, and goals. We define positioning, messaging architecture, visual direction, channel mix, and growth roadmap. Everything you need to win.
Creative Execution
Bold design, fearless campaigns, content that converts. We build brand identities, launch campaigns, create experiences, and produce assets that demand attention and drive results.
Measure & Evolve
We track performance, optimize continuously, and keep you ahead of the market. Bold brands don't stand still—they evolve, adapt, and dominate.
MEET THE
TEAM
Mfundo Mnyakeni
Founder & Director
"If it's safe, it's dead. We build what people remember."
Lerato Ndlovu
Creative Director
"Big ideas, clean execution. Disruption is a craft."
Kabelo Maseko
Performance Marketing Lead
"Numbers don't lie. Creative must convert."
Thandi Mhlongo
Brand Designer
"Clarity is the loudest design."
Sipho Dube
Producer
"Speed with standards — that's our edge."
FREQUENTLY
ASKED
Do you offer retainers?
Yes. Most clients start with a project, then move to a monthly retainer for ongoing strategy, creative, and optimization. Retainers range from R15,000 to R100,000+ per month.
Where are you located?
We're based in Pretoria, South Africa, but work with clients across Africa and globally. Most projects are remote; in-person work is available for local clients.
How long does a typical project take?
Brand strategy projects: 4–8 weeks. Campaign launches: 6–12 weeks. Full rebrands: 8–16 weeks. Retainers are ongoing with monthly deliverables.
What industries do you work with?
We work with ambitious brands across B2B, B2C, tech, professional services, hospitality, education, and more. If your brand needs fixing, we can help.