I am an experienced Impact Communicator, Creative Director, and sustainability reporting specialist with over 25 years of experience working with global companies. As the founder and CEO of Indiblu, a leader in branding and strategic communications, I design award-winning interactive reports and create creative impact solutions that help companies make a positive difference in the world. I am passionate about simplifying complex sustainability processes and data through user-centered design and strategic communications. I specialize in building cross-functional teams and partnerships that amplify stakeholder engagement through innovative education technologies and simplified messaging. I also create educational and training programs to upskill consultants in sustainability and ESG, emphasizing the critical role of communications and marketing in embracing sustainability across organizations.…

Kim Ber F Lynn

I am an experienced Impact Communicator, Creative Director, and sustainability reporting specialist with over 25 years of experience working with global companies. As the founder and CEO of Indiblu, a leader in branding and strategic communications, I design award-winning interactive reports and create creative impact solutions that help companies make a positive difference in the world. I am passionate about simplifying complex sustainability processes and data through user-centered design and strategic communications. I specialize in building cross-functional teams and partnerships that amplify stakeholder engagement through innovative education technologies and simplified messaging. I also create educational and training programs to upskill consultants in sustainability and ESG, emphasizing the critical role of communications and marketing in embracing sustainability across organizations.…

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I am an experienced Impact Communicator, Creative Director, and sustainability reporting specialist with over 25 years of experience working with global companies. As the founder and CEO of Indiblu, a leader in branding and strategic communications, I design award-winning interactive reports and create creative impact solutions that help companies make a positive difference in the world. I am passionate about simplifying complex sustainability processes and data through user-centered design and strategic communications.

I specialize in building cross-functional teams and partnerships that amplify stakeholder engagement through innovative education technologies and simplified messaging. I also create educational and training programs to upskill consultants in sustainability and ESG, emphasizing the critical role of communications and marketing in embracing sustainability across organizations.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

CEO, Chief Branding & Marketing Strategy Officer at Indiblu Creative
September 1, 2002 - Present
Owner of Indiblu, an award-winning branding & creative design firm. Led Indiblu to Most Innovative Creative Design Firm in North America (2024 MarTech Award). Led cross-functional branding, consulting, and creative teams in developing new and innovative ways to design digital reports and interactive digital reporting experiences. Created international award-winning financial and non-financial reports.
Design Director at Queens University of Charlotte
January 1, 2002 - July 15, 2025
Led a team of marketing, web designers, and copywriters to develop the University's brand initiatives. Improved team productivity by 30% through innovative workflow and design software integration. Oversaw the rebranding of Queens College to Queens University and led the campus brand management efforts. Achieved consistent project deadlines by 95% by implementing efficient workflows and collaboration sessions. Managed 50+ projects annually, coordinating cross-functional teams and project scopes exceeding 100 hours each.
Presentation Design (project-based short term) at Commvault
December 31, 2018 - July 15, 2025
Designed and created over 200 speaker slide decks for annual meeting that aligned to newly created branding standards and included proofing, creative design, animating, and developing infographics.
Corporate Communications Specialist at Little Diversified Architectural Consulting
March 1, 1999 - July 15, 2025
Developed proposals and presentations to grow business portfolio. Led the transition from PowerPoint presentation to an interactive microsite that showcased work and streamlined the proposal process. Created an in-house innovation division that engaged employees to enhance work quality through creative exercises.
Identity Designer, Branding Consultant & Strategist at addison whitney
January 1, 1998 - July 15, 2025
Identity designer for Fortune 500 brands creating visual branding for consumer products, hospitality services, banking, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, apparel, and technology clients. Led, mentored, and inspired internal creative teams to deliver award-winning work. Managed Fortune 500 clients on branding projects from start to finish. Developed training for branding 101, branding processes, strategy, positioning, and brand management. Traveled to clients within the US and internationally.
CEO, Chief Sustainability Strategy and Creative Officer at Indiblu Creative
September 1, 2002 - Present
Owner and founder of Indiblu, an award-winning sustainability creative design firm. Led the company to become the Most Innovative Sustainability Creative Design Firm in North America in 2024. Managed cross-functional branding, consulting, and creative teams developing new digital and interactive reporting experiences, creating internationally awarded ESG, CSR, and impact reports for global clients.
Sustainability Consultant Accelerator at OnePointFive Academy
January 1, 2025 - Present
Participated in an 8-week sustainability consulting accelerator focused on end-to-end Net Zero strategy, including topics such as scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, materiality assessments, reporting frameworks, and transition planning. Engaged with expert industry speakers on leading sustainability standards and frameworks.
Design Director at Queens University of Charlotte
January 1, 2002 - August 15, 2025
Led marketing, web design, and copywriting teams to develop and implement the university's brand initiatives. Improved team productivity by integrating innovative workflows. Oversaw the rebranding of Queens College to Queens University and managed campus brand consistency. Managed over 50 projects annually, ensuring deadlines and collaboration across teams.
Corporate Communications Specialist at Little Diversified Architectural Consulting
March 1, 1999 - August 15, 2025
Co-led an innovation division focused on digital communications transformation, transitioning presentation methods to interactive digital presentation hubs across departments. Designed business development proposals and client-focused project case studies for a major architecture firm.
Identity Designer, Branding Consultant & Strategist at Addison Whitney
January 1, 1998 - August 15, 2025
Designed visual identities for Fortune 500 clients, including logos for food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and technology industries. Led branding teams for client presentations and strategy, including major brands such as Olive Garden, Marriott, Johnson & Johnson, and Pontiac. Managed projects from initiation to completion and trained sales teams on branding quarterly.

Education

Bachelor Arts- Graphic Design at Winthrop University
January 1, 1992 - June 13, 1996
Specialty Certification- UI/UX Design at California Arts
April 13, 2021 - September 1, 2022
Sustainability Accelerator Cohort 7 at One Point Five Academy
February 15, 2025 - May 13, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Winthrop University
January 1, 1992 - May 1, 1996
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BA), Graphic Design at Winthrop University
January 1, 1992 - May 1, 1996
UI/UX Design Specialization Course at Coursera
January 1, 2020 - August 15, 2025

Qualifications

Multi-award-winning designer
April 13, 2024 - April 13, 2026
Have won numerous international awards for report design, branding, identity and graphic design. Competitions include: Hermes, Communicator, MarComm, among others
Greenwashing Training Course
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025
CSRD Foundations
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025
Sustainability Marketing and Greenwashing
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025
UI/UX Specialization
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Sustainability Marketing Principles
January 1, 2025 - August 15, 2025
CSRD Fundamentals Level 1
January 1, 2025 - August 15, 2025
UI/UX Design: Wireframes to Prototypes
January 11, 2030 - August 15, 2025
Web Design Strategy and Information Architecture
January 11, 2030 - August 15, 2025
Fundamentals of UX Design
January 11, 2030 - August 15, 2025
Visual Elements of User Interface Design
January 11, 2030 - August 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Other, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Non-Profit Organization, Transportation & Logistics, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment
    paper Brita Pro Logo and Branding
    Built out the brand for Brita Pro water softener. graphicdesigner branddesigner banner signage uniforndesign…
    uniE621 Monarch Complete Branding Program
    Rebranded a social impact organization with an identity issue. The project included market research, presentations to board and staff state-wide, and development of a new name, logo and branding campaign. graphicdesigner designer branding logo banner brochures consulting…
    uniE621 Callaway Golf Brand Sustainability Report & Report Microsite
    Second annual sustainability report & microsite for Callaway Brands. To view the site and download the full PDF go to this link: https://www.twine.net/signin…
    paper Estee Lauder Companies Climate Transition Plan
    Worked with ELC to design their first Climate Transition Plan. climatetransitionplan impactreport transitionreport digitalreport infographics graphicdesign…
    paper Delta Air Lines 2022 ESG Report & Microsite
    Designed Delta Air Lines 2022 ESG report and microsite. https://www.twine.net/signin esgreport report graphicdesign infographics website…
    paper Sherman College Viewbook (New Branding)
    Sherman College approached me to rebrand their complete admissions collateral. I developed a color palette and design aesthetic for the rebrand to work to push the school in a more professional direction. I designed pieces such as the brand guide, career brochure, viewbook, admissions folder, financial aid packet, campus map, major brochures, flyers, enewsletter templates, and banners.…
    paper Sherman College EXCEL magazine
    Designed over 6 issues worth of Sherman College's bi-annual EXCEL magazine. Developed the naming, the masthead and interior sections and master layouts. Art director, copywriter & editing.…
    paper Major League Girls Investor Deck
    The founder of Major League Girls, professional golfer Anya Alvaraz, hired me to create an investor deck. I helped her to develop the brand aesthetics, infographics and create a deck that got her noticed. graphicdesign pitchdeck ppt creativedirector…
    paper Green Sports Alliance Deck
    The Green Sports Alliance hired me to create a pitch deck while first forming their organization. I was able to work with them on developing their brand style, colors, and messaging.…