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title: Quarra Stone Messaging Pillars
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# Quarra Stone Messaging Pillars

Three core messaging pillars developed for Quarra Stone's [[wiki/clients/quarra-stone/index|ABM strategy]]. Each vertical campaign draws on one or more pillars to produce tailored copy — no vertical uses a single generic message.

## The Three Pillars

### 🧠 Head — Expertise & Precision
*Rational, capability-focused appeal.*

- CNC precision and robotic fabrication
- Engineering and design partnership
- Technical problem-solving for complex specifications

**Best for:** [[wiki/knowledge/brand-strategy/abm-vertical-architecture|Architecture Firms]], Fine Art / Public Art

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### ❤️ Heart — Legacy & Timelessness
*Emotional, aspirational appeal.*

- Building something that will outlast the client
- Timeless pieces with enduring presence
- Craftsmanship as an act of permanence

**Best for:** [[wiki/knowledge/brand-strategy/abm-vertical-higher-ed|Higher Education]], Museums, Historic Preservation

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### 🌿 Conscience — Sustainability & Authenticity
*Values-driven, ethical appeal.*

- Responsible sourcing of natural stone
- Authentic materials with traceable origins
- Environmental stewardship as a core value

**Best for:** Historic Preservation, Fine Art / Public Art

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## Pillar-to-Vertical Mapping

| Vertical | Primary Pillar(s) |
|---|---|
| Architecture Firms | Head |
| Higher Education | Heart |
| Museums | Heart |
| Historic Preservation | Heart + Conscience |
| Fine Art / Public Art | Head + Heart |

> **Note:** Lincoln Durham should confirm this mapping before copy is written. The vertical priority order (Architecture, Historic Preservation, Fine Art) is also pending his sign-off. See [[wiki/clients/quarra-stone/meetings/2026-01-28-abm-strategy-introduction|ABM Strategy Introduction meeting]].

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## Usage

These pillars are the foundation for all ABM campaign assets:

- **Landing pages** — one per vertical, copy anchored to the assigned pillar(s)
- **E-guides / lead magnets** — framed around the pillar's core promise
- **Email nurture sequences** — subject lines and body copy reflect pillar tone
- **LinkedIn ads** — creative angle and headline drawn from pillar

All copy should roll up to a single key message per vertical. Avoid mixing all three pillars in one piece — the goal is resonance with a specific buyer's mindset, not comprehensiveness.

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## Background

Developed by Asymmetric during the January 2026 ABM strategy introduction. The pillars emerged from analysis of Quarra Stone's top Salesforce accounts and ICP patterns. The rationale for the shift to ABM — and away from broad Google Ads — is that Quarra Stone's services are highly specialized, resulting in low search volume that makes traditional top-of-funnel channels a poor fit.

> *"Even if two or three of these accounts close, they'll pay for themselves tenfold."*
> — Karly Oykhman, Asymmetric

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## Related

- [[wiki/clients/quarra-stone/meetings/2026-01-28-abm-strategy-introduction|Meeting: ABM Strategy Introduction]]
- [[wiki/clients/quarra-stone/index|Quarra Stone Client Overview]]
- [[wiki/knowledge/brand-strategy/abm-strategy-overview|ABM Strategy Overview]]