Augustus Rivers

I apply design and technical building knowledge to brand identities, software, and systems. My process focuses on understanding strategy, identifying where systems strain, and testing ideas in real time to build what people trust and use. Previous clients include startups, international nonprofits, and technical organizations.

Career break following the loss of my mother after nearly twenty years as her primary caregiver during her battle with Multiple Sclerosis.

Built the company's foundation alongside the CEO during the stealth phase, growing it from a two-person team into a venture-backed organization.

• •Brand & Capital: Created the original brand identity including logo, website, and key collateral. Developed investor narrative and presented Beta's vision to secure early funding.
• •Aerospace Innovation: Co-inventor on U.S. Patent 11,685,533 for selectively deployable heated propulsor system. Conducted extensive simulator flight testing to determine flight envelopes, range capabilities, and performance parameters. Contributed to early-stage conceptual design of the ALIA eVTOL aircraft, using data to support down-selection and iterative improvements.
• •Operations: Managed supply chain and procurement for the first prototype build. Coordinated directly with manufacturers on aircraft components and oversaw onboarding processes.

Operated an independent practice focused on brand identity, strategy, and decision support for founders and teams operating in complex, regulated, or highly competitive markets.

• •Brand Systems: Led identity refreshes and design systems—logos, websites, and core collateral designed for consistency across teams and channels.
• •Strategy & Capital: Built investor narratives and pitch materials for early-stage ventures, sharpening positioning for fundraising conversations.
• •Competitive Intelligence: Produced deep-dive analysis and "war game" simulations to stress-test strategy in high-sensitivity contexts.