I’m Elissa, Lis, Gibbs. Whichever you prefer.
The one behind the designs and words. I’m from Central New York where our potatoes (and attitudes) are salty and our blood runs orange. In addition to being a designer and writer, I’m a wife, a mother, and a dog mom.
I grew up surrounded by creative minds that have influenced me since I was little. My mom is an artist and gardener, my dad is a potter, and my brother is a photographer. I spent years climbing the corporate ladder, but I never felt truly fulfilled in my work. That is, until I branched out on my own and started to use my own creativity to help others.
I am passionate about designing beautiful stationery and crafting meaningful copy that make a statement. Whether for business or personal use, good design and relevant wording are essential.
Background
Elissa earned her Master of Social Science degree from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University. She has an extensive background in events, design, research, and writing for both higher education and business.
Prior to her career as a designer and writer, Elissa served as the Chief of Staff at a safety and security firm whose mission is focused on protecting children, faculty, and staff in schools. Before that, she was the Project Manager for Entrepreneurship & Small Business at a veteran service organization.
Elissa is also passionate about postpartum issues. She is the author of Through The Waters: Moments of Comfort for the Postpartum Mom and has a shop dedicated to postpartum materials and education. Check out the Through the Waters section in the menu for more information.