Name my (medical speech pathology) business

July 30, 2018 3:01 PM

I'm a medical SLP (speech-language pathologist) and will be starting an LLC. I'm usually good at coming up with this kind of stuff for other people but am struggling with creating my own name. Help?

The biz:
- emphasis on swallowing disorders/dysphagia but also offer more than that. Adult focus, so no stereotypically kid stuff like stuttering, saying R's, etc
- I teach specialized seminars/workshops to other SLPs.
- Plan to collaborate with certain medical device companies is in the works, and maybe training their sales staff.
- possibility of clinical consulting component
- The business may grow to be more than just little ol me some day, but that's not how it is now.

The name:
- would like for it to be somewhat related to what I do/offer
- catchy is good
- professional is good
- is professional+catchy possible?
- was thinking "consulting" or "consultants" would sound snazzy. But would it?

Thanks in advance for your ideas!

posted by duckyputz to Work & Money (12 answers total)

Talk to me
Speakeasy
The throat of the matter consulting
Ah ha
posted by St. Peepsburg at 4:29 PM on July 30, 2018

Vocalize, Inc.

Keyword Speech and Language

Speechworks

SpeechRx

Use Your Words
posted by Cool Papa Bell at 4:53 PM on July 30, 2018

Throat Works (?)
posted by jamjam at 5:36 PM on July 30, 2018

Speak for Yourself Consulting
posted by BadgerDoctor at 5:48 PM on July 30, 2018 [1 favorite]

VocalEase
posted by TWinbrook8 at 6:41 PM on July 30, 2018 [1 favorite]

Silver tongue consulting
posted by floweredfish at 6:44 PM on July 30, 2018

If I’m looking for medical services, I don’t want a name that’s catchy or cute. I’d suggest Your Name Speech Pathology Sevices or Speech Therapy Services or whatever is the standard description of what you do.
posted by FencingGal at 6:57 PM on July 30, 2018 [8 favorites]

Easy to Swallow
posted by Rob Rockets at 6:59 PM on July 30, 2018

OpenWide
Mouth Mastery
From Your Lips
Manducation Education (lol jk)
Chew On This
Dishin’ It
SLP a la Carte
posted by shalom at 8:27 PM on July 30, 2018

Seconding Fencing Gal. I am someone who has hired exactly your service in the last five years, and I would avoid all the cutesy names suggested here because it would impact your credibility in my mind. Name or description, plus your credentials.
posted by peanut_mcgillicuty at 8:47 PM on July 30, 2018 [2 favorites]

I really think (Last Name) Speech & Language Services is best. However, if you really don't want to do that, you might be able to get away with using a local geographic feature, such as "Three Lakes" or "Riverside." If you're planning on staying close to home instead of traveling for your consulting, you could also reference your town or city. Good luck!
posted by christinetheslp at 1:44 AM on July 31, 2018

Response by poster: Thanks for the input so far, everyone. To clarify, the name will not directly face patients, as I will not be providing patient care with this company. Of course, the company will be attached to my name so professional is ideal. I agree that cutesy is not desirable. Clever is good though! Keep em comin!
posted by duckyputz at 5:14 AM on July 31, 2018