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More Than Marketing: What the Community Is Saying About BoostBC and BluntBtchAppearel
- Alyssa
- Jun 12
- 5 min read
Running a local business in Kelowna comes with equal parts excitement, chaos, creativity, and caffeine. At BoostBC, we’ve always believed that business should feel personal because behind every website launch, marketing campaign, logo design, or custom apparel order is a real person trusting us with their vision.
That trust means everything to us.
As a proudly local business rooted in the Okanagan, our goal has never been just to “sell services.” We want to help businesses grow smarter, feel supported, and stand out in a way that feels authentic to them. Whether we’re helping a small business improve their online presence, designing custom merchandise, or creating bold apparel through BluntBtchApparel, the best part of what we do has always been the relationships we build along the way.
Over the years, we’ve been lucky to receive some incredibly thoughtful reviews from our clients and customers and honestly, reading them still gives us that “wait… people actually like us?” moment.
One of the things we hear most often from clients is how much they appreciate
having a real team they can talk to.
Julie T states" Working with Boost BC has been a great experience. I had the pleasure to work with Ali and be featured in the BoostBC local spotlight here in Kelowna. Getting greater exposure has contributed to gain more clients and I am especially appreciative of the effort that was put into understanding my mission along with the services Reset Your Space provides. Continue your great work Boost BC!"
In a world full of automated systems and cookie-cutter marketing agencies, we try hard to keep things approachable, transparent, and human. We know how overwhelming running a business can feel, especially for entrepreneurs juggling a hundred things at once.
Rosemarie S wrote about BoostBC " Boost bc is a great platform that supports small initiatives. After my idea was published they reached out and wanted to
support. Now I have an interview on live radio. Thank you"
That’s why reviews mentioning communication, patience, creativity, and reliability hit differently for us. Those are the values we genuinely care about.
From our Google reviews, clients have highlighted things like:
Responsive and supportive communication
Creative branding ideas tailored to their business
Affordable solutions for small businesses
Professional website and social media support
Friendly, down-to-earth service that doesn’t feel intimidating
Mike C also wrote " Ali is a gem. Not only is she fantastic at what she does, but
listens and strives to discern exactly what her client is looking for.She does so with kindness and a wonderful attitude, clearly caring about doing a phenomenal job that is above and beyond. HIGHLY recommended!" And honestly? That’s exactly what we hope people experience when they work with us.
Connor S states" I’ve been working with BoostBC for support on business clarity and execution, and I can’t recommend them enough."
Reviews like these truly make BoostBC feel so appreciated in the community.
Our apparel brand, BluntBtchApparel, has also grown into something incredibly meaningful. What started as a bold creative outlet quickly became a space where customers could connect with unapologetic humour, self-expression, and designs that actually say what people are thinking.
The Etsy reviews have been especially heartwarming because they reflect something deeper than just products they reflect connection. Customers have shared appreciation for:
Fast shipping and responsive customer service
High-quality apparel and printing
Comfortable materials and sizing
Funny, empowering designs that spark conversation
The care and personality behind every order
Like Fawn saying "Item works as described and appears to be made of quality material. I encountered a snafu with international shipping, I assume my original package was lost in the black hole of US customs, so I gave it some more time after the expected by date. No package. I reached out to seller Ali and Ali quickly responded and said she would send out another package to me that day. I received said package the following week. Thank you so much Ali! These can openers will be handy at work!"
And Wayne saying" Great product and customer experience was awesome." The reviews are truly meaningful and special. As a small business, every review matters more than people probably realize. Reviews help local businesses build trust, grow visibility online, and continue doing what they love. But beyond the SEO and algorithms, reviews remind us why we started in the first place.
They remind us that people notice the effort.They notice the late nights fixing websites.The custom edits. The careful packaging. The messages answered after hours. he extra revisions. The “we’ve got you” moments.
Like when Sara said " Thank you so much for this amazing product! So far it works perfectly for why I needed it. I have something of a joint disability, and as such I needed something to support my fingers; to keep less pressure on them and make me more efficient when drawing and writing, and to make the process less painful for me. I can already tell it will work wonders, so thank you so much. It will make my life a lot easier. I really enjoy how it feels and looks. It's hard enough to be supportive, but soft enough to be comfortable. Really grateful! The seller is also very helpful and kind. My first order of this product never came, and when I let them know, they were very accommodating. Another was sent free of charge, and they even added a second! I am very happy with the purchase and the generosity. Thank you!"
And for all those reviews and support, we’re genuinely grateful.
Kelowna has an incredible small business community, and being part of it is something we never take for granted. We’ve had the opportunity to work with entrepreneurs, creators, trades businesses, wellness brands, artists, nonprofits, and local startups across British Columbia and every single project teaches us something new.
To everyone who has supported BoostBC or BluntBtchApparel by leaving a review, sharing our work, wearing our apparel, recommending us to a friend, or simply cheering us on online: Thank you. You’re helping build something bigger than a business.You’re helping build community. And we’re just getting started.
Whether you’re building a brand from the ground up, refreshing your online presence, or just looking for apparel that actually has personality, we’d love to connect. If you’ve worked with BoostBC or supported BluntBtchApparel, thank you for being part of our journey. And if you’re new here welcome. We’re excited to create something amazing with you. Reach out anytime to start your next project. Let’s build something bold together.
