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Our Mission

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Our mission is to foster genuine connections with small business owners through kindness, inclusivity and open communication to collaboratively build digital nests, support long-term goals, and build happier communities.

Inclusivity

We believe everyone deserves a seat at the table. We’re committed to creating a safe, welcoming space for all — especially those from marginalized communities. Inclusivity isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a non-negotiable.

We ensure that the brands and websites we create are accessible, usable, and welcoming for everyone.

From offering flexible communication options like private Discord chats for neurodivergent clients to refusing partnerships with businesses that don’t align with our values, we’re committed to an inclusive business model.

We’re here to make sure the process feels comfortable, respectful, and empowering for all.

Collaboration

To us, collaboration is more than just working together — it’s about building real connections. We want to get to know you and your business so that your brand and website truly feel like you.

We aim for a client-designer relationship that feels more human to human than business to business. Expect open communication, and continued support even after we hit “launch.” We’re not just here to build your website.

We’re here to cheer you on, celebrate your wins, and recommend your business whenever we can. Your success is our success.

Community

Community means everything to us. Supporting local businesses, empowering small business owners, and uplifting marginalized communities are at the heart of Night Owl Notions.

We believe that when we lift each other up, we build stronger, happier communities.

We also recognize the importance of the global community, and strive to always be a positive influence.

Our goal is to contribute meaningfully. Whether through volunteering, investing in future talent, or creating digital spaces that make a difference.

Meet

Lorem & Ipsum

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Lorem and Ipsum are the Night Owl Notion mascots. You can find them sitting in the logo, peeking around corners, coming up with ideas and so much more!

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Illustration of a light blue owl with dark blue eyes and a yellow beak looking upwards to a grey chat bubble that says "Hello! My name is Lorem." with a light blue heart in the chat bubble.

Our Story

Whooo we are & how we got here

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Kelly

Meet

Hiya! I’m Kelly, the founder, CEO, and designer behind Night Owl Notions. I’ve been into graphic design for over 20 years—self-taught, fueled by way too many late nights. With a business degree and a love for helping entrepreneurs and small businesses stand out, I’m all about creating brands and websites that feel just right.

Asheville, NC will always feel like home, but these days you’ll find me in Edmonton, AB, running my business and loving life here too.

When I’m not designing, you’ll probably find me gaming, crafting, hanging out with our furbabies, or planning...well, pretty much everything. I’m definitely a night owl—so if you’re up late dreaming about your next big idea, you’re in good company.

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Tom Goulet, co-founder & CIO of Night Owl Notions. He has short curly light brown hair, light skin, blue shirt and black glasses
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Hi, I'm Tom, co-founder, Director, and CIO of Night Owl Notions. Raised in Edmonton, I bring a diverse background with degrees in Network Administration, Education, and Music. When I'm not tackling technical challenges or crunching numbers (because let's be honest, Kelly hates math!), you'll find me gaming online, cheering on the Oilers, or telling cheesy dad jokes and singing parody songs.

Tom

Meet

Timeline

Our


We met online gaming, on World of Warcraft. This is the start of our connection and many years of learning to communicate long distance!

2008

Screenshot from World of Warcraft with a galaxy background, snow on the ground, and two redheaded blood elves standing together looking at each other with a felguard with red spikes standing off to the left watching them

Tom graduates from NAIT with his Network Administration degree.

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Kelly graduates from MHU with her Business Administration degree.

2016

Kelly wearing a galaxy COVID mask

2014

Mars Hill University Founded in 1856 sign with yellow flowers in the foreground, with trees and the Marshbanks Hall in the background

Nimbus joins the family.

Nimbus the lynx point siamese with bright blue eyes looking into the camera and wearing a colorful bowtie

2018


We are engaged!

2019

White Gold Engagement ring with open intertwined infinity band with a single .75 ct princess cut diamond

The world stops, the borders close, and we are stuck apart for nearly 2 years. We start the immigration process and postpone our wedding 4 times!

2020


We are finally married!

2021

Tom & Kelly on their wedding day, in a wedding dress with veil and suit, in front of a big beautiful window with white star shaped paper lanterns handing at various heights

We finally close the distance! Kelly, her younger daughter Miranda, and Nimbus move to Canada!

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2022


Rory joins the family.

2023

Rory, a black and white (with black spots on her muzzle) pit bull, supermutt, St. Bernard mix  sitting on a couch wearing a blue "Let's sniff butts" bandana

Night Owl Notions is born!

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2024


Orion joins the family.

2025

Orion, a young black cat with big ears and a blue collar with constellations and a silver moon/star charm

Stay tuned. We’re shooting for the stars.

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Future