Episode 4 - Leading with Intention and Impact with Mary Hoffman
In this inspiring episode of the ALC ChangeMakers Podcast, host Jennifer Sconyers sits down with Mary Hoffman, CEO and majority owner of Faucet Head Creative, a Columbus-area branding and marketing strategy agency.
Mary shares her powerful leadership journey—transitioning from a retail executive to co-owner of a creative agency during the upheaval of 2020—and how she’s intentionally realigning her business to meet the moment.
Mary talks candidly about the realities of pivoting in a volatile market, the role of storytelling in branding, the evolution of her company’s values, and her commitment to uplifting women and underserved communities through both her business and mentorship.
Episode Highlights
- How Mary transitioned into business ownership during the pandemic
- What makes Faucet Head Creative’s branding and web design process different
- Why marketing is more than a logo, and how visual storytelling builds connection
- Pivoting during political and economic uncertainty: from big clients to small business champions
- Launching Signal Tower Microsites to make professional websites accessible
- Mary’s experience with ALC’s leadership courses and how they’ve shaped her management approach
- Mentoring incarcerated women through the Ohio Prison Entrepreneurship Program
About Our Guest
Mary Hoffman is the CEO and majority owner of Faucet Head Creative, a branding and marketing firm based in Delaware, Ohio. A Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program graduate, Mary brings decades of leadership in retail and now channels her expertise into supporting local entrepreneurs, especially women, with intentional, values-based marketing. She is also the creator of Signal Tower Microsites, a new division offering affordable, professional one-page websites for small and scrappy business owners. Beyond her agency, Mary actively mentors incarcerated women in partnership with the Ohio Prison Entrepreneurship Program and is a vocal advocate for community-based impact.
Connect with Mary:
Website: faucethead.com
Signal Tower Microsites: signal-tower.com
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-h-a57544354/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/faucethead
IG:
https://www.instagram.com/faucetheadcreative/
https://www.instagram.com/the.museseries/
📚ALC Programs Mentioned
Mary shares her experience as a participant in two ALC programs:
- Post-Election Leadership Strategy Workshop – for leaders navigating values-driven change
- Managing Professional Relationships (e-learning course) – helping leaders and teams strengthen communication and culture in turbulent times
Learn more or enroll your team at: https://www.jennifersconyers.com/store
About Abundance Leadership Consulting
Abundance Leadership Consulting supports mission-driven organizations and leaders through coaching, courses, and community-centered leadership development. Whether you’re navigating professional relationships or rethinking your organizational strategy, ALC is here to help you lead with clarity and care.
More from ALC:
Podcast: ALC ChangeMakers on Spotify
Website: jennifersconyers.com
LinkedIn: Abundance Leadership Consulting
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