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During my career I've had the opportunity to work with some amazing people, from all over the world. Here are some much appreciated and kind words from a few of them about our time together. If you want more, feel free to view over 30 recommendations via LinkedIn.

Stefani holds a level of professionalism that gives her the maturity and leadership qualities to challenge, pivot, and respond with consideration to anything thrown at her. She led a large growing, and continuously shifting, client team with excitement and perseverance. She guided creative and production teams, as well as client partners, across a number of creative verticals while gaining the trust of both sides...providing direction and integrity to the creative output. Stefani has...some of the best qualities of the maker/manager, which makes her a valuable member for any team.
— GRADWELL SEARS / ECD, MEDIA.MONKS

If you’re looking for a Creative Director who can still roll up their sleeves and get in the trenches at any part of the creative process, but also be equally great at leading teams and the business while showing kindness and empathy, Stefani is your answer. She has a sharp eye for detail, wonderful taste in art direction, and is strong at concepting. ...She’s collaborative, articulates her vision clearly, can rally a team, and make clients feel that their business is in good hands. I would hire Stefani again, and anyone who brings her aboard is lucky to have her.
— Mayumi Tatsuta / GCD, VaynerMedia NY + LA

IT’S THE BEST WHEN YOU CAN WORK TOGETHER… AND PLAY TOGETHER!

Vayner / LA

 

As a creative leader, Stefani’s...outlook on each day was an inspiration to her immediate team as well as those in other departments. Our account:creative relationship flourished thanks to her respectful understanding of the overall process—resulting in strong ideas and concepts grounded in business objectives and consumer insights. The betterment of a team, brand, and company would be the natural effect of her presence and talents.
— REBECCA MALLEY / Account Director, Publicis Worldwide
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Publicis / LA

 

Stefani has the attitude and working style that adds dynamic to any group. She can bring a fresh approach to anything...and has a clear grasp on the integrated world that clients expect to be exposed to. ...Stefani is someone you want to know in this industry.
— SARA GALKIN / Creative Recruiter, BBDO

Stefani’s intellect and talent are matched only by a never-ending desire to break new creative ground. She has a wonderful habit of making you look at things in a whole new way. Strong collaboration skills. Refined design sensibilities. Perpetual envelope-pushing. All wrapped in a cool person.
— Tony Whiteside / Creative Director, Ogilvy & Mather
Stef’s one of those Creative Directors who doesn’t just focus on creative. She thinks of how the creative will enhance business objectives, how it’ll hit strategy and work hard to reach audiences. ...She’s a leader who can deliver beautiful creative ideas that hit the mark on all points. ...And that’s exactly what agencies need.
— LINDA PALACIOS /DIRECTOR OF STRATEGY, MEDIA.MONKS

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MediaMonks / NA

 

Very talented, detail oriented, and solid leadership skills—Stefani is the ultimate creative leader. I very much look forward to working again with her as she gives me the peace of mind that work is going to get done, and done very well.
— HERNAN IBANEZ / HEAD OF DESIGN, BBH

Stefani and I traveled the world together in service to our clients! She was a true partner through it all, not only for myself and the agency, but for the global clients as well. ...She provided the team a clear vision and was able to lean into all areas of the creative process and productions to ensure successful outcomes. We couldn’t have done it without her!!!
— LISA HARAP / VP Group Account Director, VaynerMedia
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VaynerMedia + MediaMonks + Sibling Rivalry / AMS

 

Stefani knows how to bring big ideas to the table—ideas that clients buy. ...She’s wonderful to work with and adds vitality to the team. Stefani is the real deal.
— JOHN GANGE / ECD, Atmosphere BBDO

Stefani knows there is always another idea, always another way to creatively approach a problem. ...As a leader, Stefani is able to focus on accomplishing the goals at hand while also being able to see past the “now” to the future. She approaches every task with confident grace, generous strength, and clarity of vision.
— JANA JAROSZ / VP Creative Director, Publicis Worldwide
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Standing in for talent is always fun

Publicis / NY

 

Very fun and bold creative...a Ringer!
— MAT ZUCKER / CCO, Ogilvy One