“InFocus” showcases the unique personalities and talents on our team at Dobies Health Marketing.
This week’s Q&A is with Shelly Searles, Creative Services Manager.
Welcome Shelly – time to get InFocus! Tell us a little about yourself and your background.
My first design job was interning at Pier 1 Imports in Ft. Worth, Texas in 1995. I stayed until 1997 then packed up and headed to the mountains of Colorado, where I worked for a small design studio for four years. In the fall of 2001, I started my own design business and had the pleasure of working with many great companies. With our move back to Kansas City, I decided it was a great time to find that “team” that I wanted to be a part of.
I’m also the proud mother of two awesome, silly children.
You grew up in Kansas City and recently returned after nearly 20 years away. What do you like most about being back in KC?
I love being closer to my family and friends that I grew up with. I also enjoy four seasons and humidity for a change!
What helps you infuse creative energy into each new project at work?
I try to bring my personal perspective on design to the table, and I like to stay up to date on trends and what’s happening in the industry. I also love roaming around bookstores for inspiration.
What three words best describe you?
Curious, quiet, patient
Tell us one fun fact about you.
I once took a snowboarding lesson with Tone-Lōc (you know, “Wild Thing” and “Funky Cold Medina”) and his family. Pretty funny.
Why Dobies Health Marketing?
Dobies is a group of very talented, genuine people. It’s nice to be a part of a team that focuses on an industry that is meaningful to me. And if I can contribute creatively along the way to help a clear, positive message get across to its audience, then I feel a sense of accomplishment.
Learn more about Shelly and the rest of our healthcare marketing team at dobies.com/people.