PenFed Foundation – Website Development
Client: PenFed Foundation
Website Redesign
Website Redesign
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Website Development
Website Development
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UX/UI
UX/UI
Overview
PenFedFoundation is a nonprofit institution established by the Pentagon Federal Credit Union to support U.S. Military Heroes. Creative Cycle joined talents with the PenFed Foundation to develop a new web presence that portrays its values, commitment, and expertise in supporting veterans to secure a stable financial future.
Team
Product designer
Eli Taipe
Product designer
Eli Taipe
Product designer
Eli Taipe
Project Leader
Carlos Murguia
Project Leader
Carlos Murguia
Project Leader
Carlos Murguia
Deliverables
Wordpress Website
Interactive Prototype
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Challenge
The dynamics of the PenFed Foundation demanded a versatile platform that could swiftly adapt its online presence as the organization expands to meet the evolving needs of the community it serves.
WordPress provided us with the key elements to redirect and assemble a solution that accommodates the quickly changing needs of their content strategy.
Creative Cycle has been collaborating with the Foundation since 2021. Throughout this period, we have consistently nurtured and reinforced our partnership even in the face of shifts in its leadership, which have led to significant sudden changes in the strategic communication goals, impacting the ongoing implementation of our solutions.
01
Challenge
The dynamics of the PenFed Foundation demanded a versatile platform that could swiftly adapt its online presence as the organization expands to meet the evolving needs of the community it serves.
WordPress provided us with the key elements to redirect and assemble a solution that accommodates the quickly changing needs of their content strategy.
Creative Cycle has been collaborating with the Foundation since 2021. Throughout this period, we have consistently nurtured and reinforced our partnership even in the face of shifts in its leadership, which have led to significant sudden changes in the strategic communication goals, impacting the ongoing implementation of our solutions.
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Solution
In the face of these sudden changes, our collaborative team approach and expertise in design and web development allowed us to quickly pivot to support the new online presence strategy dictated by the Foundation's new leadership - midway through the project life. This situation could have led other teams to abandon the project or spend additional resources impossible to afford for a nonprofit. Empathy and cooperation prevailed.
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Solution
In the face of these sudden changes, our collaborative team approach and expertise in design and web development allowed us to quickly pivot to support the new online presence strategy dictated by the Foundation's new leadership - midway through the project life. This situation could have led other teams to abandon the project or spend additional resources impossible to afford for a nonprofit. Empathy and cooperation prevailed.
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Impact
The redesign and rebranding of the website have positioned IronArch Technology as a modern, capable, and values-driven partner for federal agencies. This effort reaffirms their commitment to delivering purposeful technology solutions. The project provided an opportunity to revitalize the brand and elevate its online presence to genuinely reflect the organization’s mission and services. to revitalize a brand andAs a final result, we not only introduced a new user experience and a new interface design that supports and complements the new communication strategy of the Foundation, but we also approached and solved the challenge while staying on budget.
Creative Cycle believes meaningful relationships deliver meaningful results. We design with empathy and purpose by genuinely understanding our client's values, goals, attributes, and needs.
Active listening and continuous learning are integral to our creative process. Our most effective outcomes bloom when we team up with our clients.
Contact Creative Cycle to explore how we can support your goals through a unique collaboration. take its online presence to a level that is a true reflection of the organization's mission and services.
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Impact
The redesign and rebranding of the website have positioned IronArch Technology as a modern, capable, and values-driven partner for federal agencies. This effort reaffirms their commitment to delivering purposeful technology solutions. The project provided an opportunity to revitalize the brand and elevate its online presence to genuinely reflect the organization’s mission and services. to revitalize a brand andAs a final result, we not only introduced a new user experience and a new interface design that supports and complements the new communication strategy of the Foundation, but we also approached and solved the challenge while staying on budget.
Creative Cycle believes meaningful relationships deliver meaningful results. We design with empathy and purpose by genuinely understanding our client's values, goals, attributes, and needs.
Active listening and continuous learning are integral to our creative process. Our most effective outcomes bloom when we team up with our clients.
Contact Creative Cycle to explore how we can support your goals through a unique collaboration. take its online presence to a level that is a true reflection of the organization's mission and services.
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What’s included in a monthly retainer?
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Each retainer includes a set number of design or strategy requests per month, priority turnaround, and a dedicated point of contact. It’s built for teams who want ongoing support without starting from scratch every time.
How many requests can I make per month?
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We typically handle up to two active requests at a time, with new ones queued as they’re completed. Most deliverables are turned around within 48–72 hours, depending on complexity.
Is a retainer better than a one-off project?
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If you need ongoing design support, faster turnarounds, or regular iterations, a retainer is often more cost-effective and collaborative than starting fresh each time.
Who will I be working with?
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You’ll work directly with senior designers and strategists. No middle layers, no fluff—just experienced people doing the work.
Do you work with international clients?
05
Yes. Most of our clients are remote. We’re fully set up to collaborate across time zones with clear communication and shared tools.
What’s included in a monthly retainer?
01
Each retainer includes a set number of design or strategy requests per month, priority turnaround, and a dedicated point of contact. It’s built for teams who want ongoing support without starting from scratch every time.
How many requests can I make per month?
02
We typically handle up to two active requests at a time, with new ones queued as they’re completed. Most deliverables are turned around within 48–72 hours, depending on complexity.
Is a retainer better than a one-off project?
03
If you need ongoing design support, faster turnarounds, or regular iterations, a retainer is often more cost-effective and collaborative than starting fresh each time.
Who will I be working with?
04
You’ll work directly with senior designers and strategists. No middle layers, no fluff—just experienced people doing the work.
Do you work with international clients?
05
Yes. Most of our clients are remote. We’re fully set up to collaborate across time zones with clear communication and shared tools.
What’s included in a monthly retainer?
01
Each retainer includes a set number of design or strategy requests per month, priority turnaround, and a dedicated point of contact. It’s built for teams who want ongoing support without starting from scratch every time.
How many requests can I make per month?
02
We typically handle up to two active requests at a time, with new ones queued as they’re completed. Most deliverables are turned around within 48–72 hours, depending on complexity.
Is a retainer better than a one-off project?
03
If you need ongoing design support, faster turnarounds, or regular iterations, a retainer is often more cost-effective and collaborative than starting fresh each time.
Who will I be working with?
04
You’ll work directly with senior designers and strategists. No middle layers, no fluff—just experienced people doing the work.
Do you work with international clients?
05
Yes. Most of our clients are remote. We’re fully set up to collaborate across time zones with clear communication and shared tools.
