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Emily Shepard is a graphic facilitator, illustrator, and teacher with over 15 years’ experience. She is passionate about using the power of visuals to help people clarify and align their thinking, collaborate effectively and create change. Her previous experience as a graphic designer and her skill as a fine artist, allow her to work efficiently and creatively in meeting clients’ needs. She believes in strong partnerships that are grounded in empathy, clear outcomes, and fun. Her clients have included large multinational corporations, start up businesses, non profits, foundations and government. She’s helped groups think better at board retreats and conferences, and at sessions involving strategic visioning, innovation, and stakeholder alignment.

Email: emily@graphicdistillery.com