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I have been creating for as long as I can remember. Art, design, photography, and storytelling are not just skills I have developed—they are how I experience and interpret the world around me. I am inspired by the connections between people, ideas, and emotions, and I enjoy transforming those concepts into visual experiences that communicate with clarity, purpose, and a touch of imagination. Whether working in print, digital media, or mixed-media art, I strive to create work that is both meaningful and memorable. My creative journey has taken me through graphic design, marketing, nonprofit leadership, and community engagement, allowing me to blend artistic vision with strategic thinking. From developing brand identities and marketing campaigns to crafting presentations that turn complex information into compelling stories, I love helping ideas come to life. Fun fact - I love PowerPoint! I genuinely enjoy building slide decks that are visually engaging, thoughtfully organized, and impactful enough to keep audiences focused from the first slide to the last.…I have been creating for as long as I can remember. Art, design, photography, and storytelling are not just skills I have developed—they are how I experience and interpret the world around me. I am inspired by the connections between people, ideas, and emotions, and I enjoy transforming those concepts into visual experiences that communicate with clarity, purpose, and a touch of imagination. Whether working in print, digital media, or mixed-media art, I strive to create work that is both meaningful and memorable. My creative journey has taken me through graphic design, marketing, nonprofit leadership, and community engagement, allowing me to blend artistic vision with strategic thinking. From developing brand identities and marketing campaigns to crafting presentations that turn complex information into compelling stories, I love helping ideas come to life. Fun fact - I love PowerPoint! I genuinely enjoy building slide decks that are visually engaging, thoughtfully organized, and impactful enough to keep audiences focused from the first slide to the last.

Alesha Yvonne Schandelmeier

Graphic Designer, Infographic Designer, Artist, +7

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I have been creating for as long as I can remember. Art, design, photography, and storytelling are not just skills I have developed—they are how I experience and interpret the world around me. I am inspired by the connections between people, ideas, and emotions, and I enjoy transforming those concepts into visual experiences that communicate with clarity, purpose, and a touch of imagination. Whether working in print, digital media, or mixed-media art, I strive to create work that is both meaningful and memorable. My creative journey has taken me through graphic design, marketing, nonprofit leadership, and community engagement, allowing me to blend artistic vision with strategic thinking. From developing brand identities and marketing campaigns to crafting presentations that turn complex information into compelling stories, I love helping ideas come to life. Fun fact - I love PowerPoint! I genuinely enjoy building slide decks that are visually engaging, thoughtfully organized, and impactful enough to keep audiences focused from the first slide to the last.…I have been creating for as long as I can remember. Art, design, photography, and storytelling are not just skills I have developed—they are how I experience and interpret the world around me. I am inspired by the connections between people, ideas, and emotions, and I enjoy transforming those concepts into visual experiences that communicate with clarity, purpose, and a touch of imagination. Whether working in print, digital media, or mixed-media art, I strive to create work that is both meaningful and memorable. My creative journey has taken me through graphic design, marketing, nonprofit leadership, and community engagement, allowing me to blend artistic vision with strategic thinking. From developing brand identities and marketing campaigns to crafting presentations that turn complex information into compelling stories, I love helping ideas come to life. Fun fact - I love PowerPoint! I genuinely enjoy building slide decks that are visually engaging, thoughtfully organized, and impactful enough to keep audiences focused from the first slide to the last.

Available to hire

I have been creating for as long as I can remember. Art, design, photography, and storytelling are not just skills I have developed—they are how I experience and interpret the world around me. I am inspired by the connections between people, ideas, and emotions, and I enjoy transforming those concepts into visual experiences that communicate with clarity, purpose, and a touch of imagination. Whether working in print, digital media, or mixed-media art, I strive to create work that is both meaningful and memorable.

My creative journey has taken me through graphic design, marketing, nonprofit leadership, and community engagement, allowing me to blend artistic vision with strategic thinking. From developing brand identities and marketing campaigns to crafting presentations that turn complex information into compelling stories, I love helping ideas come to life. Fun fact - I love PowerPoint! I genuinely enjoy building slide decks that are visually engaging, thoughtfully organized, and impactful enough to keep audiences focused from the first slide to the last.

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Work Experience

Business and Marketing Director at Karuna Inc. (Karuna Housing)

February 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025

Designed and managed social media content and campaigns, improving audience engagement and generating measurable results. Led planning and execution as primary contact for major fundraising events, increasing visibility, donor participation and event revenue. Managed daily operations and budgeting for The Center: 7 Rivers LGBTQ Connection, improving funding stability. Designed graphics for marketing collateral, printed materials, and social media content. Coordinated volunteers and maintained board relations to strengthen governance and partnerships. Designed and delivered LGBTQ+ training programs in-person and online to enhance community education and outreach effectiveness.

DEIB Community Advisory Committee Member at La Crosse County, Wisconsin Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Report

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024

Leadership Award Nomination Committee Member at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Award Nomination Committee

September 30, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Volunteer Service

Executive Director at The Center: 7 Rivers LGBTQ Connection

June 30, 2018 - November 30, 2023

Executive Director | July 2018 - December 2023 Director of Outreach | June 2016 - July 2018 (promoted) - Oversaw daily operations including fundraising and budgeting, achieving measurable increases in funding and financial sustainability. - Created compelling graphics for marketing collateral and printed materials, as well as social media content. - Directed volunteer coordination and Board relations to enhance governance and broaden community partnerships. - Engineered and delivered LGBTQ+ training programs both in-person and online, boosting community education and outreach effectiveness.

Executive Director at The Center: 7 Rivers LGBTQ Connection

May 29, 2016 - November 29, 2023

Directed daily operations, fundraising and budgeting; created compelling graphics for marketing collateral and printed materials; directed volunteer coordination and board relations; engineered and delivered LGBTQ+ training programs both in-person and online; expanded community partnerships.

Senior Event Coordinator at Organic Valley

March 1, 2005 - August 1, 2011

Organized trade shows and community events, managing logistics and vendor coordination for both small and large-scale events. Coordinated Organic Valley's largest event, the Kickapoo Country Fair, delivering measurable improvements in attendee experience. Collaborated with graphic design and web development teams to produce cohesive marketing materials and event web content.

Graphic Designer at AYS Designs / Alesha Yvonne

January 1, 2000 - Present

Freelance graphic design service offering bespoke graphic design and digital art solutions, including logo design, brand identity, marketing collateral, and campaign materials. Created planning and execution for innovative social media content and campaigns; collaborated with cross-functional teams; built cohesive visual brand identity for small businesses.

Conversion Coordinator at ADP / AmeriPay Payroll Company

October 1, 1999 - November 1, 2004

Assisted new payroll clients with data collection and submission, ensuring accurate accounts setup and timely processing. Trained clients and new employees on payroll products, improving user adoption and reducing setup errors with clear, structured sessions.

Hotel Manager at AmeriHost Properties / Palatine Hotel Group

May 1, 1995 - August 1, 1999

Led hotel openings across Northern Illinois and Indiana; managed construction oversight, staffing, and daily operations with measurable results. Traveled to Midwest properties to establish internal policies and coordinate grand opening events, producing consistent standards. Designed and launched a frequent-stay program for the AmeriHost Inn brand, improving customer retention and loyalty metrics.