About Dahotra Consulting & Design Studio
Ch’ee-la laa-sri (Hello friend)
Dahotra Consulting & Design is a modern website design and development studio in Southwestern Oregon. I’m Katrina Thompson-Upton and I’m a proud Tututni, enrolled at Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation. I descend from Dahotra (Oregon Woman) who’s daughter Sarah was born at the mouth of the Rogue River in Oregon at the village of Chemetunne.
Our mission is straightforward: Giving Indian Country a Digital Edge”
But what exactly does that mean?
IT MEANS YOUR WEBSITE IS A TOOL.
And you deserve to get the most out of it.
With nearly 20 years of experience in the digital realm, we understand that success lies in more than just following design trends or incorporating flashy graphics and videos. It's about creating websites that work seamlessly to achieve your business goals, trigger emotions, drive action, and ultimately generate sales.
At Dahotra Consulting & Design, we prioritize the intersection of design and functionality. We know that a well-designed website has the power to shape consumer perceptions, establish relevance, build credibility, enhance professionalism, and foster trust with your target audience. It's not just about aesthetics; it's about crafting a digital experience that truly resonates.
We specialize in developing websites tailored specifically to your unique business goals. Whether you're a small Tribal business, a large Tribal Nation, or an Indigenous organization, we are here to help you build a digital presence that empowers you to surpass your objectives.
So, how do we achieve this?
Through a comprehensive approach that combines strategic thinking, innovative design, and user-centric development. We take the time to understand your vision, your audience, and your objectives, crafting websites that not only capture attention but also drive results.
With Dahotra Consulting & Design, you can expect a collaborative partnership dedicated to bringing your digital goals to life. We are passionate about empowering Indian Country with cutting-edge digital solutions, ensuring that you have the tools and capabilities to thrive in the online landscape.
Join us on this transformative journey as we provide Indian Country with the digital edge it deserves. Together, we'll create a web presence that sets you apart and helps you achieve remarkable success.
Make it stand out.
Start with a Strong Foundation
A successful and goal-smashing website begins with a rock-solid foundation. That's why at Dahotra Consulting & Design, we prioritize building websites on two trusted platforms: Kajabi (for large organizations) and Squarespace (for smaller businesses). These platforms provide stability, security, and ease of updates, ensuring your website remains reliable and adaptable.
Design with Style
and Purpose
When it comes to your website, the design is not just about aesthetics; it's about creating an intentional user experience. At Dahotra Consulting & Design, our goal is to understand how you want users to interact with your website and what actions you want them to take while they're there. Whether it's making a purchase, subscribing to a podcast, or any other desired outcome, we are here to design a website that guides users towards those objectives.
Maintain, Iterate, & Update
Once your website is live, we’ll look at analytics, user feedback, and your own experience to adjust and make changes, tweaking our way to a well-oiled goal-smashing machine! Regular maintenance and updates make sure your website is at the top of its game, so you can focus on what you love:
Serving the people!
Get to know Dahotra Consulting & Design better
Behind the Scenes
I’m Katrina Thompson-Upton. I’m a tech mom of 3 littles, a horse lover, a mac user, a website designer & developer and a huge nerd.
The internet and I go wwwaaayyy back. I’ve been building websites since Microsoft introduced FrontPage in the mid 90’s, and I was an eBay PowerSeller during the late 90’s. After freelancing under my own name for a few years, I founded Dahotra Consulting & Design in 2010 when my son was born. Since then, I’ve managed to escape the 9-5, stay at home with my 3 children and turn my hobby into a business that I adore.
I’m passionate about technology, always reading up on the latest tech updates and beta testing new platforms (I was in the beta test group for Pinterest). When I’m not working on websites, you’ll probably find me on adventures with my kids, and volunteering on several local nonprofit boards.