Dana James Mwangi founded Cheers Creative in 2012. Her experience designing marketing materials for financial institutions including SunTrust and Wells Fargo, and packaging for home storage items sold in Walmart and Target, has shaped her understanding of brand consistency. Dana's writing about effective design have been referenced in Forbes.com, and she's been featured in dozens of business, branding and design podcasts, blog interviews and 'Women in Tech' roundup discussions. Dana received a BFA with a concentration in Graphic Design from the University of Memphis. When she's not working or contributing to the Memphis arts scene, Dana mentors middle-school and high-school age girls about entrepreneurship through the non-profit organization Envision Lead Grow, and spends time with her husband, two sons, and twin girls.
Eso Tolson is a creative director with a background in graphic design, typography, and illustration. He received his BFA from Memphis College of Art with an emphasis in Design Arts. Before joining Cheers Creative, Eso developed and oversaw a wide range of brands, including industry specialists, musical events, and community projects. His work has been recognized by the Illinois State Senate for developing the icon for The City of East St. Louis. He's passionate about music, good typography, food, pop culture, and inner city life.
About Cheers Creative
Dana James Mwangi and Eso Tolson are Partners at Cheers Creative, an award-winning agency that helps industry leaders, creative professionals, and business owners generate impact through strategy-driven brand visuals and websites.
