Tricia Kazmar

About Tricia Kazmar

Do you love your brand? Every mission-driven organization deserves a brand identity that…

Experience

1. Founder and your Creative Partner

   Kazmar Creative

   Jan 2022 — Present · Naperville, IL, US

   I partner with mission-driven organizations to transform bold ideas into authentic brand identities and strategic marketing initiatives. Whether it’s developing a cohesive brand system, designing user-friendly websites, or creating impactful digital campaigns, my focus is always on helping organizations like yours connect, inspire, and drive action.Who do I work with?My clients span nonprofits and mission-driven companies primarily in education and healthcare. I collaborate with startups like Techademics, designing user-focused solutions that bridge gaps for underprivileged students through cutting-edge educational technology. In healthcare, I support organizations like ASGE and ACFAS, crafting marketing materials for their programs and events to help them better reach and engage their audiences. I empower sole proprietors like Mama Gourmet, Spotlight Academy, and CareerHeadspace with authentic, differentiated brand strategies tailored to their missions. My time as a staff member at the American Cancer Society shapes my understanding of the challenges mission-driven organizations face—from limited resources to balancing budgets—and inspires my commitment to supporting people who make a difference.What makes Kazmar Creative different?I take a collaborative approach to branding and marketing. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions—your organization is unique, and your brand should be too. By combining strategy, creativity, empathy, and any audience data you have available, I help organizations solve complex communication challenges, streamline their branding, and build trust with their audiences.Why it works:My clients often tell me I make their lives easier. Whether they’re stretched thin managing a team or unsure how to tackle their branding, I help them clarify their message, simplify their marketing efforts, and deliver results that resonate. If you’re ready to elevate your brand and see the difference strategic design can make, let’s connect.

Education

• University of Michigan

  BFA, Graphic Design

  2000 — 2003

Skills

• Photoshop
• Social Media
• Quarkxpress
• Servant Leadership
• Marketing
• Php
• Management
• Graphics
• Leadership
• Digital Marketing
• Brochures
• Creative Direction
• Javascript
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Graphic Design
• Change Management
• Branding & Identity
• Html
• Corporate Identity
• Creative Management
• Production
• Logo Design
• Team Leadership
• Indesign
• Css
• Content Management
• Photography
• Advertising
• Flash
• Magazines
• Integrated Marketing
• Adobe Acrobat
• Marketing Communications
• Dreamweaver
• Illustrator
• Editing
• Microsoft Office
• Management of Creative Teams
• SEO
• Newsletters