I am a writer, strategist, curator, and creator of the Slow Branding Sessions, an online sanctuary for creative empaths craving a more sustainable practice for shaping their brand. Over the past decade, I have guided women and nonbinary community leaders in reawakening their sensory awareness while slowly unearthing a more integrated expression of who they are as storytellers. My work is uniquely shaped by the way I infuse online spaces with a tactility that inspires people to shift their gaze from the screen to their surroundings. My background is in Art History, with an MA from the University of Chicago and a BA from the University of Notre Dame. My career in the arts began at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, followed by the Whitney Museum in New York. For nearly 15 years, I have led successful brand strategies and community-focused initiatives across architecture, design, media, lifestyle, and tech. As the founder of my own creative studio, Ink and Pulp, I have worked as a creative strategist and art director on marketing campaigns for brands such as Curology, Hint, Kimpton Hotels, Nespresso USA, and J.Crew, among others. I also lead meditative workshops on engaging with art through the senses and host a restorative retreat space in the trees for those seeking an energetic rest and creative refresh.Areas of expertise include: Brand Strategy and Design, Creative Direction, Research and Critical Analysis, Concept Development, Content Strategy, Writing and Editing, Art Direction, Brand Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Custom Website Design, Leadership Development, Mentoring and Team Management, Empathic Listening, Mindfulness Coaching and Meditation, Workshop Facilitation, Creative Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution, Client Relationships, Multilingual Communication, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, and Community Engagement. If you are interested in working together, you can reach me at stef@inkandpulp.com. www.inkandpulp.com | @inkandpulp on Instagram