Katie Wilhelm
Designer and Consultant
“Creative, Professional, and Hard Working.”
Award-winning design and consulting services that meet your project goals.
“We are absolutely thrilled with the outcomes! Your understanding of our needs, purpose and goals are reflected beautifully in the completed project.”
“It’s been a wonderful experience working with Katie! We were beyond excited to find an Indigenous designer and marketing consultant to work with our company.”
“You put a lot of thought and effort into crafting an exciting campaign for us that is not only engaging, but will help us achieve the goals of our programs.”
Why work with me?
Effectiveness. I start by asking important questions and doing thorough research to build a strategy.
My proven 5-step process informs smart design and effective marketing to successfully deliver your project on time and on budget.
What sets me apart from other designers and consultants?
Corporate communications experience. With me, you can add a creative industry leader with experience in graphic design, corporate communications, and strategic planning to your project team.
Leading with an Indigenous lens.
As a proud Anishinaabe from the Chippewas of Nawash First Nation, I help guide projects with cultural sensitivity and approach all processes through an Indigenous lens.
I bring value to the discussion by providing a perspective of Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion.
Design Services
Award-Winning Report Design
“An award-winning report designer, Katie has been formally recognized by The Association of Registered Graphic Designers (RGD) and the International Economic Development Council (IEDC).”
Print Design
“Exceptionally timely with all communication and deadlines.”
Advertising, Book Design, Brochures, Business Cards, Catalogues, Programs, Magazines, Marketing Materials, Plan-on-a-Page, Postcards, Publications, Report Design, Stage Design, Stationary, Strategic Plans, Summary Graphics, Textiles, Workbooks, and more.
Web and Digital Design
“Katie Wilhelm is an official Squarespace Circle member and is an expert on the trusted, global platform.”
Web Design, Web Graphics, Web Design Consultation, Accessibility Audits, Presentation Design, and more.
Logo and Brand Design
“The classy, timeless logo she designed feels like such an integral part of my business now”
Logo Design, Brand Consultations, Naming and Taglines, Stationery Design, Brand Guidelines, Visual Identity, and more.
Event Design
“Katie Wilhelm’s event design has been recognized with an Excellence in Economic Development Award, issued by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) and Best Strategic Plan and Initiative, issued by the Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO).”
Program Design, Printed Materials, Signage, Stage Design, Marketing Materials, Web Design, and more.
Professional Artist
“Katie has a strong voice as an artist. Her work is political and evocative.”
Artwork Commissions, Visual Land Acknowledgements, Curating, Mural Production, Adjudicating, Appraisals. and more.
Consulting Services
Finding Your Mission, Vision, Values
Book a session focussed on determining your Mission, Vision, and Values statements. This tried and true process is derived from the Disney Institute’s Approach to Quality Customer Service.
Indigenous-Lens Consultation
“Katie was full of insight and practical advice that improved our project immeasurably.”
Indigenous Consultation, Land Acknowledgements, Cultural Appropriation Audits, Marketing Messaging for Indigenous Communities, and more.
Creative Consultation
“Professional, creative, and readily available throughout.”
Creative Project Consultation, Strategic Planning, Marketing Consultation, Community Engagement, and more.
Naming and Taglines
“She is friendly, intelligent, professional and has outstanding communication skills.”
Idea Generation, Naming, Taglines, Slogans, Headlines, and more.
Public Speaking
“Katie was full of insight and practical advice... She skillfully guided us to see new perspectives and helped us to articulate them with clarity and sensitivity.”
Past Topics Include: Actionable Allyship, Success in the Creative Industry, Indigenizing Communications, Using Social Media for Business, Resilience in Design, Motivational Speaking for Indigenous Youth, Launching a Business Online, and more.
Community Leadership
“When working with Katie, I know that the organization I am part of is in very good hands”
I currently serve on the Board of Directors of the London Chamber of Commerce and as a committee member of the First Nations Collaborative Council of the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO).
I have served as the Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors at Nokee Kwe. I am a past President of LondonFuse.ca and a past Marketing & Distribution Director of CIBC Run for the Cure London Chapter.
An experienced Program Advisory Committee participant, I have worked with teams at TriOS College and TechAlliance of Southwestern Ontario to consult on program design.
Testimonials
“Katie Wilhelm’s Graphic Design and Marketing Services are Insured through Gallagher Global.”