Good business practices
are important
It's more than just knowing an industry
Running a business isn't simple, but it also isn’t magic. It’s a skilled trade, like any other. The work that I do and the things that I recommend are rooted in years of training and experience.
I was basically born into business in the graphic arts industry. I have over 25 years of experience in all facets of advertising and running a business. My father worked in the industry, so I grew up playing with graphics software and learning about business. I graduated in Business Administration to learn all facets of smart business practices.
Before going solo 19 years ago, I worked in both small and large ad agencies, printing companies and at a number of clients’ companies. I offer advanced skills using InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. My services include page layout, building maps, vector artwork and graphs, along with experience in other software such as Word, PowerPoint and Acrobat. I assist with design, photo manipulation/correction and file translation. Producing graphics and print materials ranging from logos and brochures up to detailed annual reports and soft or hard bound books. I am able to handle projects from conception to completion or at any stage in between.
After years of helping friends and family with tax filing, I started to also work with small business’ to manage their bookkeeping. I’m certified in Quickbooks Online and had used Quickbooks Desktop to manage my business ever since I started it.
I work from my home office in Kelowna, BC assisting various sized clients located here, in Calgary and across Canada. I have my CAAP designation (Communications and Advertising Accredited Professional), which is a recognized industry standard in Canada, designed to reflect the complex business challenges of the marketing communications industry.
