Hi, I’m Regina
Entrepreneur. Writer. Strategist. Educator. Enemy of the Average.
Rooted in the Work You Do
Before I was building frameworks for other businesses, I was a decorative artist. Starting in 2000, my days were defined by paint, plaster, glazes, and murals. I spent my time on scaffolding and focused on the precise, physical work of bringing a vision to life. My business reached six figures because I treated marketing with the same precision as my art.
I began blogging in 2007 and quickly realized that digital marketing was the future of our industry. I was there for the early days of social media, learning how to connect with an audience long before it became a standard practice. That deep dive into the digital world changed everything. It allowed my business to remain resilient during industry shifts and opened doors to work I never expected.
For over 15 years, I have worked at the intersection of trades and marketing. National brands and local retailers hired me to manage their strategy and speak at conferences because they saw that I understood both the product and the person using it. Today, I use that experience to support the people I know best. I am here to make sure your business is as well-built as the projects you bring to life.
If you'd like to discuss a project or a collaboration, you can reach me at regina@rightbrainlovesleft.com.
Whole-Brain Strategy for Design and Build
In our industry, we are often told we have to choose: be the artist or be the business owner. I have found that your work is at its best when your creative side and your organized side are in constant conversation.
I named this practice Right Brain Loves Left because I believe that order is not here to stifle your creativity, it is here to protect it. When the backend of your business is handled, you finally have the room to do the work you are so good at.
For the Makers, the Builders, and the Brands
I speak the language of the job site and the showroom. My clients are professionals who value quality and understand that a good result depends on a solid foundation.
The Skilled Trades: Whether you are a painter, a plumber, a wallpaper installer, or a cabinetry specialist, I understand the rhythm of your days. I help you build the backend framework that keeps your projects and your marketing on track without the late-night stress.
The Product Brands: For the makers of paint, plaster, tools, and finishes, I help you connect your products with the people who use them. We create strategies that reflect the quality of what you manufacture.
Industry Organizations: I partner with trade associations and non-profits to bring practical, grounded marketing education to our community.
Ways to Work Together
Marketing Management & AI Systems
We build and manage the custom digital engines that keep your business visible. These services handle the technical work for you so you can stay focused on your projects.
DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGEMENT NEWSLETTER MANAGEMENTAI MARKETING BUILDOUT
Classes & Action Labs
Live workshops, on-demand courses, and AI assets to help you build as you go. From Action Labs to custom digital tools, these resources install the efficient systems that simplify your daily marketing.
LIVE WORKSHOPS ONLINE & EMAIL COURSESCUSTOM GPTS & GEMINI GEMS
Mastermind Groups
GoalMinds is a seasonal peer group for small business owners focused on accountability and shared problem solving. We break down big goals into manageable weekly steps.
INTENTIONAL ACTION SHARED INSIGHTCOLLECTIVE STRATEGY
Virtual Training for Organizations
Custom presentations and training for professional associations and trade groups. These sessions provide your audience with actionable marketing systems they can implement immediately.
VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS CUSTOM WEBINARSSPECIALTY TRAININGTestimonials
“I've collaborated with Regina professionally for years, and have been consistently impressed by her expertise, especially in areas critical for small businesses like marketing, social media branding, online reputation management, and project management.
For small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), especially those in the construction and interior design industries, Regina's skills are invaluable. She understands the unique challenges and opportunities within these sectors and can tailor her strategies to drive tangible results.”
Suzanne Mora, SVP of Agency Operations
ONE Agency
“Regina blends business organization and marketing knowledge in a unique way that helps creative small business owners get the most out of their talents. With Regina's expert guidance on branding and copywriting, I successfully submitted my artwork for a national award—and won! Her insights were invaluable in boosting my online brand to award-winning status.”
Jason Rosales, Owner
Artisan Factor
“Being an entrepreneur has its challenges, including having too many irons in the fire. Regina listens to my thoughts, and I always feel heard. She then helps me stay focused by suggesting processes to determine which areas to prioritize and how to spend my time wisely...and we laugh a little along the way. I plan to have her teach her techniques at our art center!”
Cindy Howard, Director
Sugar Land Art Center
Media & Speaking
Conversations on the Work and the Business.
Marketing and workflows are better discussed over a real conversation than a slide deck. I have been honored to join various industry podcasts and stages to talk about how we can make our businesses run better without losing the human touch.
Below, you can watch a guest spot or listen to a conversation about how I help professionals find more space in their schedules and more order in their days.
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Decoding Your Brain’s Authentic Harmony with Regina Garay
January 11, 2024
Journey into the intricate landscape of brain functionality with Regina Garay. Armed with over 15 years of experience in running an award-winning decorative services company, Regina unveils the secrets of how our brains operate in harmony. From marketing wizardry to creating the Fauxology blog, Regina’s story is a captivating exploration of the brain’s wonders.