About Madeleine

Rhode Island School of Design: BFA, Graphic Design
Northwestern University: Certificate, Full-Stack Web Development

I'm an experienced graphic designer and project manager, with a strong background in branded marketing communications. I have engaged in both corporate and nonprofit sector projects at all levels, from strategy development to end-user deliverables for more than 25 years. I also worked as a Pastry Chef in some celebrated kitchens in and around Chicago. 

While in the kitchen, I used all the foundational concepts of 2- and 3-dimensional design, as well as business concepts that are essential to success in any industry:

• Brand-focused Research & Development

• Developing Strategic Models

• Accountability

• Financial Goals: Tracking & Analysis

• Expert-level Presentation Skills

• Design Thinking

• Mentoring Junior Staff

• Execution: Concept to Delivery

• Quality Control

• Prioritizing & Achieving Goals

• Surprising & Delighting Clients by Exceeding Expectations

I have a crazy long list of clients from all the years working in design, and a large collection of cookbooks and favorite recipes that elevated me to the level of Pastry Chef in beloved local restaurants. For more information on either topic, just ask for details! Also: I love to kiss dogs, goof around in the garden, and have adventures.