With a B.Science and B.Design, Mari’s world has always been curious, analytical and creative. Over the past 10 years, she has lead in-house creative for notable brands including: Lululemon, Vega, JOEY Restaurant Group, 2010 Vancouver Olympics, Teck Resources Limited—and currently as Creative Director at INDOCHINO. She also has experience as a Design Professor (Graphic Design) at Vancouver Community College leading a classroom of 30+ creatives.

What inspires Mari's brand strategy and storytelling approach, is the adventure, depth and spontaneity of travel. Having been immersed in journeys across Abu Dhabi, Chile, Alaska, Japan, New York, Hawaii, Los Angeles and Paris, she's authentically gained insight on how communities and cultures cross-pollinate into creating thriving and engaging brands.