From Classroom Chessboards to Building Digital Solutions
In 2014, John State and Kevin Herman, longtime friends, founded their high school chess club, sparking a shared passion for strategy, problem-solving, and innovative thinking. Their collaboration in those early days laid the foundation for a lifelong partnership.
After graduation, their paths diverged yet remained complementary: John State pursued a career as a serial entrepreneur, launching and growing multiple businesses, while Kevin Herman immersed himself in advanced civil engineering studies and mastered AI systems, using his technical expertise to develop innovative software solutions.
Together, their combined experience in business, technology, and strategic thinking ultimately led to the creation of Hest Partners.
Our Process
At Hest Partners, our mission is to empower small businesses to achieve their full potential through smart, strategic solutions. We combine expertise in web development, branding, AI systems, and lead generation to create tailored strategies that give our clients a competitive advantage–helping them make the right moves, every time.
We’ve created a 4-step custom-tailored process that we use with every new client.
Analyze The Board
We start by assessing your business landscape, understanding your goals, challenges, and opportunities–just like studying the chessboard before making a move.
Strategize the Moves
Based on the analysis, we craft a customized strategy that leverages web development, branding, AI systems, and lead generation to position your business for success.
Execute With Precision
Strategy is only as good as execution. We implement each step with attention to detail, ensuring every move drives measurable results.
Adapt & Advance
The business world changes constantly. We monitor results, adjust strategies, and make proactive moves to keep you ahead of the competition, just like a grandmaster thinking several moves ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our FAQ section is designed to provide clear, concise answers to the questions we hear most often from our clients.
We provide a full suite of services designed for small businesses, including website design and development, AI-powered solutions, lead generation strategies, and business development support. Every service is tailored to help your business grow efficiently and strategically.
AI can automate repetitive tasks, provide data-driven insights, improve customer service through chatbots, and help optimize your operations for greater efficiency and cost savings.
We work with a wide range of small businesses across various industries. Our services are designed to be adaptable to your specific needs and goals.
Timeline varies based on project complexity. A basic website can be completed in 2-4 weeks, while more complex projects with custom features may take 6-12 weeks.
Absolutely! We specialize in lead generation strategies including SEO, paid advertising, social media marketing, and conversion optimization to help grow your customer base.
Yes, we offer various support and maintenance packages to ensure your solutions continue to perform optimally after launch.
Our pricing varies based on the scope and complexity of each project. We provide custom quotes after understanding your specific needs and goals.
We combine strategic thinking with technical expertise to deliver results that matter. Our personalized approach ensures every solution is tailored to your unique business needs.
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Whether it’s building a high-performing website, implementing AI solutions, or generating quality leads, Hest Partners is here to guide your business to success. Fill out the form below, and let’s plan your winning move together.