About

Culture 12 is a Brooklyn-based consulting and design studio that draws on objectivity, research, artistry, process and experience to solve culture + climate and creative challenges. Our work encompasses DEIBA, racial and social justice, and a full spectrum of design and brand identity. We’ve spent over 20 years collaborating with leaders to produce community solutions and compelling design.

We utilize our skills to aid businesses, organizations and individuals making power moves. Elevating voice and style in crowded marketplaces is vital to engaging and provoking targeted audiences.

Our tested and proven processes deliver unique and appropriate design solutions with total client engagement. The best ideas are manifested in conversation and exploration. We enter every project free of preconceived notions so that there is room to harvest fresh ideas.

NBPC
New Design High School
New York State Association of Independent Schools
NYC Solar
Packer Collegiate Institute
Parole Preparation Project
PUMA North America
Radical Media
Restorative Justice Initiative
Restorative Roots Collaborative
Reyes Immigration Group
Sweet River Consulting
TahDah Foundation
UniWorldGroup
Wayfinder Coaching
YALE
1-800-Flowers, Inc.

Who We Are

Chacon

Co-founder and Creative Director
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“Chacon is the most productive creative professional I’ve ever worked with, an embodiment of Steve Jobs’ rule that “real artists ship.” The breadth of his work includes corporate branding, user interface and experience design, clothing, typography, and Minimum Viable Product (MVP) strategy and deployment. He remains an active partner of Soundbeef® where he helps shift cultural standards in music and access. His creative universe is one worth canvassing.”

– Matt Holford, Chief Technology Officer, ETSY

Nicole

Co-founder and Producer
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Nicole is a Restorative Justice Practitioner whose work centers racial and social justice. She provides coaching and training to organizations, institutions and communities looking to deeply embed diversity, equity and inclusion within their culture. Nicole works collaboratively with individuals, teams and staff to sustainably build capacity around rethinking systems and structures, repairing harm, and holding space for critical conversations. Building and strengthening relationships is foundational to Nicole’s philosophy and processes. Prior to her work in restorative justice, Nicole was a dedicated New York City educator for two decades, teaching English, environmental science, and capoeira, and advocating for culturally responsible education. Nicole holds a Masters in Urban Planning and International Development from New York University and a Bachelor in Psychology from Howard University.