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Design with Purpose: Supporting Dunn Loring Volunteer Fire Department’s Fall Fund Drive
For over 20 years, I’ve been proud to volunteer with the Dunn Loring Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department. I started as a volunteer EMT, responding to calls and serving the community directly. After having kids, I shifted my focus to providing marketing and design support, helping the department share its story and connect with donors through our annual fund drives.
Carrie Toreno
3 days ago1 min read
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Fast Turnaround, Big Impact: Launching the new Insurance Collaboration to Save Lives Website
Sometimes the best projects come with a challenge — a tight deadline, a big mission, and a client who knows exactly what they need to say. The new website for Insurance Collaboration to Save Lives was one of those perfect storms — and I loved every minute of it.
Carrie Toreno
6 days ago2 min read
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Boo at the Zoo: How Creative Planning and Community Made Magic at NOVA Wild
When creativity meets community, amazing things can happen — and Boo at the Zoo proved just that!
Carrie Toreno
Oct 202 min read
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Boo at the Zoo: NOVA Wild’s First-Ever Halloween Celebration!
Get ready for something brand new at NOVA Wild! We’re thrilled to announce our first-ever Boo at the Zoo — a spooktacular evening of Halloween fun happening on Thursday, October 17th from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Carrie Toreno
Sep 252 min read
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Every Connection Counts: Turning Conversations Into Marketing Success
One of the things I’ve learned in over 20 years of marketing and graphic design is this: every connection is a possibility.
Carrie Toreno
Aug 133 min read
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Know Your Audience, Speak Their Language: The Real Secret to Marketing That Works
Know Your Audience, Speak Their Language: The Real Secret to Marketing That Works
Carrie Toreno
Jul 303 min read
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Wild About Reading: A Bookmark, a Zoo, and a Clever Collaboration
This is a quick look into marketing with a creative twist.
Carrie Toreno
Jul 12 min read
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Why a Solid Marketing Plan (and a Little Flexibility) Is Everything
Why a Solid Marketing Plan (and a Little Flexibility) Is Everything
Carrie Toreno
Jun 92 min read
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Designing for Heroes, Little Climbers, and Wild Adventures!
Designing for Heroes, Little Climbers, and Wild Adventures!
Carrie Toreno
May 164 min read
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Keeping Busy: RFPs, Wild Adventures, and a Lightning-Fast Launch for Another Brilliant Idea!
It's been a whirlwind of activity lately, with exciting projects and some truly unforgettable experiences! I'm happy to share a little bit about what I've been up to.
Carrie Toreno
May 73 min read
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From Fun Monkey Antics to Meticulous RFP Design: My Brain's Wild Ride
From Fun Monkey Antics to Meticulous RFP Design: My Brain's Wild Ride
Carrie Toreno
Apr 92 min read
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Designing a Logo to Honor 75 Years of Service: The Centreville Volunteer Fire Department
Creating a logo is more than just putting together some shapes and colors. It's about capturing the essence of an organization, its...
Carrie Toreno
Mar 122 min read
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