May Monthly Recap: Meet Our New Team Members, Podcast Feature, and More!


Hi Reader,

As the gentle breeze of May comes to an end, we're thrilled to share some exciting updates and highlights from this month with you.

Welcome our two new members!

Say hi to Andrea and Gladys from The Institute for Training and Development's fellows program, who are now part of our team! They're jumping in to help out with Drio and Monument Women’s Creative Alliance's projects. Our brand has always been about celebrating diversity and supporting women, so having them on board feels like a perfect fit.

See what Andrea Alonzo has to say about her experience on the Professional Fellows Program here.

Make a Scene with Rachel and Hazel

We're still buzzing with excitement over our recent appearance on the podcast “Make a Scene with Video”. It was an incredible opportunity to share insights, stories, and expertise with a wider audience. In this episode, we delved into three fascinating topics such as: the intersection of video and web design, the importance of consistency in narrative and brand style, and the impact of quality video on websites.

Tune in to hear our engaging discussion on these thought-provoking subjects. You can catch the episode here.

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Credit Hours: Convenient plans covering website updates and tweaks to keep your digital home in tip-top shape.

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