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See What’s Possible — Recent Projects

Every website I build is designed with purpose—whether you need a semi-custom website or a fully custom platform with advanced automations and integrations. No matter the scope, the goal is always the same: to ignite growth and help your business stand above the competition. When you work with me, you’re not just getting a designer — you’re partnering with an experienced entrepreneur who understands what drives success.

Feel free to explore the examples below — you can click each project to view the live website and see what’s possible.

Bethany Christian School website design

Bethany Christian School

A comprehensive website redesign featuring over 95 webpages, a custom report card system, dynamic job application workflow, secure document sharing, and fully tailored forms. While most businesses don’t require this level of complexity, this project showcases how your website can become a true business hub—not just an online brochure—when your needs call for it.

Bethany Church website design

Bethany Church

A semi-custom website designed to reflect Bethany Church’s welcoming culture and to make it easy for visitors to engage. This build includes a dynamic sermon library with filterable categories, event promotion tools, and simple forms for prayer requests and connection. Clean, mobile-friendly, and built to expand as they have the need for added features.

Bethany Christian Preschool website coming soon

Bethany Christian Preschool

Currently in development, this project creates a dedicated website for Bethany Christian Preschool—transitioning from a shared platform with the main school to a stand-alone online presence. When complete, it will feature clear program information, engaging visuals, and streamlined enrollment tools. Click above to preview the site—once live, it will be viewable publicly.

Chris Hughes and family

Meet Your Designer & Growth Partner

Hi, I’m Chris Hughes—founder of Catalyst Web Co. For over 20 years, I’ve been an entrepreneur, building and growing my own businesses from the ground up. Along the way, I designed and built every website myself, learning firsthand how the right online presence can drive credibility, trust, and results.

Catalyst was born out of my love of design—and my desire to help other business owners succeed. When you work with me, you’re not just hiring a designer. You’re partnering with someone who combines an MBA education, executive leadership experience, and years of building businesses from the ground up. That means you have a true strategic partner who understands how to help you grow. I’m here to help you build a website that does more than look good—it becomes a true engine for growth and credibility in ways most designers simply can’t deliver.

Whether you need a clean, professional website or a fully custom platform with advanced integrations and automations, I’ll work closely with you to shape a solution tailored to your specific needs. I combine decades of business insight with strategic design to elevate your brand and drive meaningful success. If you’re ready to see your online presence become a powerful driver of results, let’s talk about the possibilities.

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How I Help You Grow Online

Website Design & Strategy

Your website isn’t just a digital business card—it’s often the very first impression a customer has of your business. And you only have about three seconds to capture their attention and inspire them to take the next step.

I design modern, high-converting websites that build trust, drive inquiries, and help small businesses create sustainable growth. From clean, professional sites to fully custom platforms with advanced automations and integrations, every project is tailored to your goals and specific needs.

Pricing:
Website design starts at $999 for fully custom builds that fit most small business needs. More advanced platforms with unique features, integrations, and operational tools are available for larger budgets.

All sites are built with SEO fundamentals in place to help you show up where your customers are searching. Most projects launch within 2–4 weeks, depending on complexity.

Remember, choosing a generic $79 template without strategy, SEO, or support might seem like a bargain—but it often costs far more in lost credibility, poor search rankings, and missed opportunities.

Optional Hosting & Maintenance

A great website isn’t a one-time project—it requires ongoing care to stay secure, fast, and effective. My optional hosting and maintenance plans start at just $99/month and include:

  • Secure cloud-based hosting and premium SSL encryption
  • Cloudflare CDN and firewall protection
  • Automatic daily backups
  • Ongoing performance and SEO improvements
  • Monthly update time to keep your website fresh and accurate
  • Priority support

More Reviews, More Customers

Positive reviews don’t just build trust—they directly impact your visibility in local search results. My Get5Stars.Review service helps you collect more 5-star Google reviews automatically, improving your search ranking and bringing in more qualified leads.

Try it free for 21 days—no credit card required.

How It Works

My process is designed to be simple, clear, and stress-free:

  1. Strategy & Planning: We start with a conversation about your business, your goals, and your vision. I’ll share ideas to help you stand out and build momentum.
  2. Design & Build: I create your website and send you a preview link. You review, provide feedback, and I refine until it’s exactly what you need.
  3. Launch & Grow: Your website goes live. If you choose ongoing maintenance, I’ll handle updates, security, and improvements so your site keeps working hard for you.
Let’s Talk About the Possibilities

No pushy sales calls—just a friendly conversation about what’s possible for your business.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I choose you?

Unlike many designers who rely on generic templates, I build every website fully custom—carefully designed around your business, goals, and audience. I take the time to understand what makes you unique, then create a site that sets you apart and drives real results.

Beyond design, I bring an MBA and over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur and executive, including successfully leading and turning around multi-million-dollar companies.

I know what it takes to create an online presence that builds trust, attracts customers, and drives growth. From strategy and design to performance and support, you’ll have a true partner committed to helping your business succeed.

How long does it take to build a website?

Most websites take between 2–4 weeks, depending on the size and complexity. Larger custom projects can take longer. I’ll give you a clear timeline before we start.

What’s the risk of using a cheap website service?

Many low-cost website services rely on generic templates, minimal effort, and “too good to be true” promises. Even when they claim to include SEO, it’s usually superficial—so your site won’t rank where customers can find you.

These services don’t take time to understand your business, goals, or customers. You’ll often end up with a cookie-cutter website that looks unprofessional, performs poorly on mobile devices, and fails to attract or convert visitors.

And as a business owner, it’s worth asking: In today's economy, is it really possible for someone to build a website that truly works for you and sets you up for success for $79 or $299 or even $499? How could they possibly stay in business without cutting corners—or baiting you into expensive upsells later?

What does a website cost?

Website design starts at $999 for professional, fully custom builds—most of my clients fall between $999 and $1,999.

For businesses with more advanced needs, like custom operational processes and unique integrations, investments can range from $5,000 to $25,000+. These projects go far beyond a marketing site—they become true efficiency tools that streamline your business.

The options are virtually unlimited—whether you simply need a beautiful website that shows up in search results and converts visitors into customers, or you’re ready for a platform that supports more complex goals.

What type of businesses do you work with?

I work with a wide range of businesses, both local and nationwide. This includes service providers like landscapers, contractors, consultants, and tradespeople, as well as restaurants, retail shops, e-commerce stores, professional practices, nonprofits, and more.

Whether you’re a startup looking to launch your first website or an established business ready for a complete overhaul, I’ll help you create a professional online presence that reflects your brand and supports your goals.

Are there any businesses you don’t work with?

Because I take a highly personalized and collaborative approach to every project, I work with only a limited number of clients at a time, which may mean there can be a short wait time to get started. This way, your website receives my full attention and care without distractions.

I’m a great fit for business owners who are genuinely committed to building a strong online presence designed to propel long-term growth. If you’re mainly looking for the fastest or lowest-cost option without much planning or customization, we might not be the best match—and that’s completely okay.

I’ll never recommend features you don’t genuinely need, but I also won’t put my name on a project I wouldn’t be proud to use myself.

Will you write the website copy for me?

Yes—professional copywriting is included in all of my website packages. Clear, persuasive content is critical for making a strong first impression, guiding visitors to take action, and supporting your ranking on Google. I’ll craft messaging that is authentic to your brand and connects with your ideal customers.

Will my website be optimized for search engines?

Definitely. Every website I build includes foundational SEO—both on the front end and the back end. This means clean code, fast load times, mobile optimization, proper meta titles and descriptions, and keyword-focused content—so you’re set up to rank in search results from day one.

I also personally submit your website to Google Search Console to help it get indexed quickly and added to a priority crawl, so it can start appearing in search results as soon as possible.

If you choose one of my hosting and maintenance packages, I provide ongoing SEO optimization. This can include regular updates, blog writing, and additional pages to keep your website fresh—something Google looks for when deciding where to rank you.

Do you offer payment plans?

Yes. Most projects are 50% when we finalize the agreement and 50% at launch. For larger builds over a month, we can arrange staged payments.

Can you update my existing website?

Sometimes. It depends on your platform and whether updates are minor or if it’s more efficient to rebuild. I’m happy to review your current site and give you honest recommendations.

Will my website work on mobile devices?

Absolutely. Every website I create is fully responsive, ensuring it looks great and functions smoothly on phones, tablets, and desktops. I don't just say that like some others. I personally optimize each page of your website for the best mobile presentation.

Do you provide ongoing support and updates?

Yes. My hosting and maintenance plans start at $99/month and include updates, backups, security monitoring, and priority support.

Do I own my website once it’s built?

Absolutely. Once your website is launched and your project is paid in full, you have full ownership of the site—even if you don’t use my hosting or maintenance services.

You’ll have complete access and control, so you can manage it yourself if you prefer. I’m also happy to provide a walkthrough to help you feel confident maintaining your site.

Can you help with logo design and branding?

Yes! A strong brand makes all the difference. I offer logo design, visual identity development, and brand guidance to help you look professional and cohesive across every touchpoint.

How will my website help me get more customers?

Your website is often the first impression people have of your business. I build sites designed to establish credibility, communicate your value, and guide visitors to take action—like calling, booking, or purchasing.

I’m not sure what I need—can you help?

Definitely. I offer a free 20-minute discovery call to learn about your business and goals. From there, I’ll recommend a strategy that makes sense for you.

“Thank you so much! These look great, as does the rest of the new website!”

— Courtney B., Bethany Christian School

Let’s Connect

Have a question about my services or your website project? Use the form below, and I’ll get back to you personally. You’re also welcome to call me directly at 321-246-9150. If I’m unavailable, please leave a message—I respond to all calls as soon as I can.

If you’d like to set up a free 20-minute discovery call or schedule time for Q&A about your project, please use the scheduling assistant below the form.