Sylvia has over 20 years of experience as a graphic designer, art director and production manager on print and web projects for corporate, educational and non-profit clients for both agencies and industry. Combining her creative expertise with running her own company for 14 years, and currently working as a production manager at Industrial Brand, has given her a unique insight that respects creative freedom and integrity while recognizing the importance of meticulous planning, accurate budgeting, and detailed organization. In addition to her professional work, Sylvia has completed two terms as the president of the Society of Graphic Designers of Canada (GDC) Alberta North Chapter, has sat as vice-president, communications for the national executive of the GDC, assisted in the mentoring of design students and has provided design support for IABC Edmonton. In her spare time you can find Sylvia doing pet therapy with her pug Maxwell, in drawing class or in the kitchen trying to incorporate bacon into as many recipes that she can.