Tired of People Looking Good On Paper, But Doing Bad Work

We're up and running! Here's the official press release:

BOSTON, MA (March 18, 2008) – Cory von Wallenstein today unveiled ByFolio.com, showcasing over 100 of the best web sites that were designed and developed in Boston. Those looking to hire a marketing agency, design firm, or an individual designer can now choose people to work with based first and foremost on the quality of the work they've already done.

"Being burned one too many times myself in hiring folks for creative services, I know first-hand the tedious process of scouring through A-Z directories of local companies, inspecting each of their portfolios, and calling each of their references," said Cory von Wallenstein, President of ByFolio.com, "only to come across someone who would have been better for the job after the project was completed. My wife and I decided to do something about it."

ByFolio.com enables users to browse through local work, and even search for specific tools, technologies, or techniques they would like to see used in upcoming projects. Users then choose the work examples, called folios, that appeal to them, and can then get in touch with the designers to learn more about working together.

"It's the work that matters most, and now it comes first," continued von Wallenstein.

More than 40 Boston-area firms are currently signed up for the beta, showcasing work done for clients, both public and private, including fashion designers, Ivy League universities, gourmet coffee and tea purveyors, and boutique hotel hotspots.

ByFolio.com is owned and operated by a husband and wife team, Cory von Wallenstein and Jessica von Wallenstein. The team plans on expanding service next to New York and Los Angeles for web designers, followed by additional creative service markets including photography, interior design, graphic and print design, and architecture.

Posted at 05:43PM Mar 18, 2008 by Cory in Press  |  Comments[0]