FOLIA Design is a full-service creative studio creating positive impact through building brands since 2002, based in Napa CA, specializing in strategy, print, packaging and interactive design. Founded by Julia Allen, a Chicago native and now, a Napa resident, initially designed the poster series for a few while staying safe during these times of Covid-19 but saw a bigger opportunity to include all and anyone. The sentiment of We are in this TOGETHER was the motivation for her to invite a small team together to launch #High5TogetherApart, promoting community safety and creativity. A BIG nod of gratitude to CAMALEO web intelligence for their expert and masterful implementation of this site. It’s in partnership and shared visions where positive impact can be made.
CAMALEO web intelligence is boutique web development company based in Napa, CA. Founded in 2000, it quickly gained a reputation for cutting edge technology, creative design, and a custom approach to client needs. With a client portfolio anchored by an enviable list of Napa Valley marquee wineries and technology-based businesses, owner Brendan Murphy is a professional that can be said to actually enjoy the fruit of his work.
Miriam Centeno is a preservation librarian based in Columbus Ohio. Originally from Puerto Rico, Miriam has worked in the recovery of restoring libraries after the passing of hurricane Maria in September 2017. Miriam is also involved in the Puerto Rican Tiple Construction Project, which aims to preserve the 5 string guitar-like instrument which is plucked for future Puerto Rican’s generations. Miriam dedicates her part in the #High5TogetherApart project to the loving memory of her cousin Mickey Vazquez, beloved father, husband, son and brother who was lost too early to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read Mickey's story here.
Deborah Dynako began her career in agency advertising and marketing as a copywriter. She now dedicates her talents to sustainable and equitable energy for a nonprofit organization as a business development manager, where she facilitates partnerships and connections for innovative solutions to environmental challenges. Her tenets for life fell right into alignment with this project, which are: Learn something new daily, be a strategic thinker, be creative, be flexible, work hard, and be nice.