A conceptual wi-fi enabled safe — controlled through an iphone/android app — to defend against college campus theft.

A reference guide for graphic design interns to help them quickly learn about the business and the design process.

Objective: explore a refresh for Breville packaging and create a design that stands out at shelf.

Kara’s ability to lead in a positive, yet impactful, way (especially on set) is something I admire

“It has been such a highlight of my professional career to partner with [Kara] over the last year. [Her] ability to lead in a positive, yet impactful, way (especially on set) is something I admire.”

Ainslee Neitzel
Consumer Brand + Creative Manager, Steelcase

Her work on the creation of our brand has set a high bar for the future

“Kara is a pivotal member of our team. Her spirit and enthusiasm keep us going, and she empowers us all to do our best work at all times. She is so skilled at seeing the big picture and the small details on projects, and that keen eye has a lasting and positive effect on our team as well as the overall strength of our brand… Her docket is always loaded, and yet she always produces what she says she will and on time or early. I feel so fortunate to know that our team has a designer that can be so relied upon to produce great work. She self-regulates in such an impressive fashion, and I’m consistently impressed in how much quality work she is able to turn out.”

Jill Perney
Corporate Marketing Manager, Amerifirst

Key to every element of the work our team produces

“Kara’s contributions are key to every element of the work our team produces for consumers and employees. She is a positive role model for the entire team and her experience, professionalism and sensitive nature towards others helps to maintain a positive and productive work environment.”

John Torre
Director of Marketing, Amerifirst

A wonderful work ethic

“I have been in this business a long time and I believe Kara has 2 outstanding strengths that I see readily: a wonderful work ethic and high emotional maturity (right amount of confidence and humility). On top of it all, she is fun! I am so glad I got to learn some things from her while working with her!”

Kerri Ellis
Project Manager, Newell Brands

Delightful to work with

“Kara – you are just delightful to work with. Thanks for being so on top of this project, the retouching and following the process so beautifully!”

Hilary Riffe
Manager of Global Photography, Newell Brands