Alison Kostas
New York,NY
Summary
A visionary leader and Founder of Ethos Creative, adept in creative, strategic thinking, and visual storytelling. Focusing on consistent client satisfaction and revenue through innovative design solutions and effective project management.
One of the founders and creative partners at Relevent, an industry-leading experiential agency, contributing to its unrivaled reputation through unique creative solutions and strategic partnerships, enhancing revenue and client satisfaction.
Leveraging my expertise and creative team leadership to forge long-term partnerships with an impressive roster of prestigious global brands, consistently delivering compelling content and results.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder / Experiential Creative Director
Ethos Creative
06.2014 - Current
- Created award-winning designs and immersive environments that effectively communicated complex, innovative concepts to target audiences.
- Built strong relationships with clients and other creative agencies, leading to long-term partnerships and repeat business opportunities.
- Delivered compelling presentations that secured new business opportunities while maintaining long-term client relationships.
- Collaborated with stakeholders on the client side to define project vision and ensure alignment with business goals.
- Managed overall workloads of designers, illustrators, and other team members to optimize productivity and timeliness of task completion.
- Championed using sustainable materials and practices in product design, aligning with corporate social responsibility goals and consumer expectations.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their brand identity and deliver compelling creative solutions aligned with their philosophy.
- Formulated and monitored annual client project budgets to manage and maintain overall expenses and control costs throughout the year.
- Worked closely with vendors, suppliers, and fabrication teams on all design aspects, material selections and costs, and execution to maintain quality control and ensure budget parameters.
Founder / Chief Creative Officer
Relevent
03.2004 - 04.2014
- Elevated company reputation through consistent delivery of high-quality creative content and execution.
- Boosted company revenue by developing innovative designs and unique creative strategies.
- Oversaw production of high-profile events and immersive experiences, ensuring seamless execution from concept to completion.
- Fostered a collaborative work environment, encouraging cross-functional teamwork to achieve project goals.
- Delivered compelling presentations that secured new business opportunities while maintaining long-term client relationships.
- Implemented strategic partnerships with external agencies to broaden capabilities, strengthening the company's competitive advantage in the marketplace.
- Championed a culture of creativity, encouraging team members to take risks and push boundaries in their work.
- Presented creative concepts and pitches to clients, securing approvals, expanding client roster, and maintaining client satisfaction.
- Negotiated favorable vendor contracts for enhanced cost-effectiveness without sacrificing quality or creativity.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and cultivating future leaders within the organization.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NYSkills
- Creative team leadership
- Strategic thinking
- Concept development
- Visual storytelling
- 2D design
- Concept pitching
- Project management
- Adobe Suite, Google Drive, MS Office, Keynote
- Slack, Basecamp, Monday
2024 NYCxDesign Award Winner - Bar/Lounge Design for Lawn Club
From initial concept to creative design and execution for a new concept in hospitality design, the Lawn Club in the South Street Seaport Development won the 2024 award in the bar/lounge category.
Timeline
Founder / Experiential Creative Director
Ethos Creative
06.2014 - Current
Founder / Chief Creative Officer
Relevent
03.2004 - 04.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Suffolk County Community College
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