Melissa Balkon

What I Do at Forty

As the Visual Designer, I'm in charge of creating visuals for projects that are in tune with our clients' brand strategy. Creating a harmony between aesthetics and usability is incredibly important to me.

Things I like to listen to:

  • The Dave Ramsey Show
  • Fort Minor
  • Michelle Branch
  • Air1 Radio
  • audio books

Favorite Quotes:

"There is in this world no such force as the force of a person determined to rise." W.E.B. DuBois
"Genius is in simplicity and specificity. Success is in consistency." Unknown
"Never put off until tomorrow what you can do today." Thomas Jefferson

Most Favorite Condiment:

Mayonnaise

Stuff I really wish I could do:

Programming and hand lettering.

The Book That Has Most Impacted My Work

The Designful Company, by Marty Neumeier.

A Few of My Favorite Things:

Some might call me a gymrat, because I like weightlifting and boxing (don't worry, I only hit bags, not people). I love being at home, and I'm a sucker for stupid reality TV shows like The Bachelor. I'm really into crafty things like sewing, jewelry-making, and home improvement. If I had a garage, it would be filled with power tools. And a heavy bag.

What's In My Lunch Bag:

I hate making time to cook, so I tend to eat the same thing day after day. As of right now, I've been eating tuna sandwiches for the past month.... In related news, I love anything sweet and can be bribed with Hostess Apple Pies.