Meet Sarah and Julz.
The gals behind the screen. (Hola!)
We're on a mission to illustrate the invisible.
One brand. One message. One story at a time.
Sarah Shaw
CEO | Brand Strategist & Graphic Designer
I love helping people navigate complexity. Complex ideas. Complex messages. Complex creative problems. I’m energized by all of it.
I’ve always been drawn to it. My first dream job was becoming a storm chaser, complete with meteorologist gadgets and gizmos, Twisters style. Today, I channel that same fascination into strategy, messaging, and branding.
I’ve built my career at the intersection of strategy, creativity, communication, and people. I’m particularly interested in the messy middle: helping organizations clarify what they do, why it matters, who they’re trying to reach, and how to communicate it effectively.
That’s what Inklivity is built to do: help organizations align their strategy, messaging, and brand so they can communicate with clarity and grow with intention.
Because when everything is pulling in different directions, even the best ideas can get lost in the tornado.
Let's work together.
Career + Educational Snapshot
Education / Training:
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B.S. Organizational Leadership
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M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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Trauma-Informed Care, Family Systems Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology
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Guide Dog Training (Guiding Eyes for the Blind)
Professional Experience
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6+ Years an Entrepreneur
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Psychotherapy (working with a range of ages and diagnoses)
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Marketing Coordinator
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Interior Tiling (Backsplashes, Showers, etc.)
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Keynote Speaker, Workshop Builder, and Teacher
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Waffle Cone Maker (From the good old college days, and yes, I consider it a credential.)
photo by Laura Agaba
Julia Duncan
CMO | Brand & Communications Strategist
To me, storytelling is about connecting the real needs of real people to real solutions.
Even before earning my BA in Communications, my career centered on storytelling and communication. I got my start in the non-profit world before spending nearly a decade in marketing and communications in the construction industry.
Some of my favorite things over the years? Writing a culture guidebook for a company I adored, inserting memes into every communication possible (okay, I might still do that…), ghostwriting for executives, and making brands sound and feel human.
I’m excited to help you weave your story together with that of your customers—connecting their real needs to the solutions you provide. Whether you need a visual upgrade or someone to smooth out the sentences, Inklivity is here to help. Let’s get started!
Career + Educational Snapshot
Education / Training:
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B.A. Communications
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Hubspot Content Marketing Certification
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Veterinary Assistant (In a different, Western life)
Professional Experience
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10+ Years Professional Writing Experience
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9+ Brand Marketing & Communications Experience
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Internal Communication with C-Suite
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Change Management Communication
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Social Media Management
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Copywriting
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Executive Ghost Writing
Our Values
Unapologetic Curiosity
Innovate with Integrity
Clarify Complexity
Stay Playful
Fully Human
Our Approach
A good brand expresses who you are, why you exist, and what you contribute to the world.
Before designing any assets or writing a single sentence, we deep dive into what makes your company tick.
With perspectives shaped by professions in mental health, internal communication, and marketing, we get at the heart of who you are. Then, we make it visible through stunning design and compelling copy.
