In my 12 years of being a designer, I’ve built my career on the wonderfully inspiring and sturdy backs of NACET and CEI (both incredible business incubators). I’ve even worked at automätik who has an impressive client list filled with the likes of Honda, Acura, BMW and Volkswagen.
But, while I was working for other people I was never fully satisfied or fulfilled.
Being the “take-charge-of-my-own-destiny” kind of girl that I am, in August 2011 on the side of my full-time gigs, I launched Geary Graphic Design and worked with countless small businesses, non-profits and entrepreneurs. I worked on projects (and for people!) that pushed my creativity, fed my soul and allowed me to really feel like I was making a difference for real businesses, people, and lives.
By January 2013, I was lucky enough to begin working with an incredible business coach, Mary Cravets, who helped skyrocket my business. My future seemed more and more clear…
By the time May of 2013 rolled around, I had to choose: Work for myself, or continue working for “the man”?
Well? You know which one I chose and I haven’t looked back since.
Today, I direct a team of smart and savvy designers who help me get the job done. Together, we unlock long-term love for people’s brands and set the stage for strong lasting connections with their customers.
Katy Geary | Creative Director + Owner
2018 Global Excellence Awards
Most Influential Woman in SME Marketing & Design – Arizona
Presented by Acquisition International
2018 Influential Businesswoman Awards
Most Outstanding Woman Graphic Design – USA
Presented by Acquisition International
2017 Small Business Marketing Consultant of the Year
Presented by the Small Business Marketing Association
Born and raised in New Mexico, Katy found her second home in Arizona and earned a degree in Advertising at Northern Arizona University. Katy continues to help her clients grow their business by applying over a decade of combined corporate and entrepreneurial expertise with specialties in launching marketing campaigns and introducing products/services for new and existing companies through graphic design. Her experience in planning, designing, and executing projects has enabled her to be a part of multi-million dollar events, giving her the skills and confidence needed to efficiently meet clients’ enterprising demands and deliver first-class communication solutions both nationally and internationally. Through proven graphic design principles, Katy produces a complex range of design mediums for clients and ensures consistent branding throughout each project. In addition to professional media, Katy has a passion for designing customized invitations, announcements, and promotional items for life’s events.