Brandi Mullen
Brandi Mullen is a multidisciplinary strategist, brand leader, and founder of Vine & Vision Collective, a faith-led consulting studio that helps mission-driven entrepreneurs and organizations grow with clarity, creativity, and conviction. With more than seven years of experience spanning corporate operations, brand consulting, and content strategy, Brandi brings together business acumen and soulful storytelling to build brand ecosystems that are as authentic internally as they are impactful externally. Before launching her own firm, she held progressive roles at Wells Fargo, where she led strategic communication, operations, and compliance initiatives while cultivating her strengths in cross-functional leadership and team culture.
A proud graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University, Brandi’s career reflects her deep commitment to purposeful work, community building, and faith-based leadership. Through Vine & Vision Collective, she partners with clients to align brand vision with strategy—offering services that include brand identity development, content creation, photography, and business consulting. Currently, Brandi is expanding her influence as she prepares to launch her podcast, The Collective Call, which explores the intersection of faith, business, and purpose-driven leadership.
Beyond her entrepreneurial and corporate accomplishments, Brandi is an advocate for authenticity in professional spaces and a passionate mentor for women navigating leadership and creative industries. Guided by the principle of John 15:5, her mission is to help others grow deeply rooted brands and lives that bear lasting fruit—professionally, creatively, and spiritually.
• Lumen by VV Co. - Photography Business
• Stephen F. Austin State University- B.B.A.
• H.E.A.R.T. Program
• National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to perseverance and faith—overcoming cancer, surviving life-threatening illnesses during pregnancy, and turning a layoff into the opportunity to launch my own company, transforming a side hustle into my dream career.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received comes from the unwavering support of my family—my mother, siblings, late sister, and my husband—who have encouraged me through every challenge and reminded me to stay resilient and true to my path.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to stay grounded, pace yourself, and avoid burning out while pursuing your goals.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in my field right now is staying competitive in an industry increasingly influenced by AI technologies.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me are faith, family, and service—starting each day inspired by my daughter’s smile, staying connected through my work, and leading Bible studies in my community.