Sometimes you just need a little bit of help.
I offer practical design services for the "doers"
who are out there making it happen.
No big-budget agency fluff.
No annoying subscriptions.
Just thoughtful, useful, well-done resources
to help your organization grow and succeed.
You can expect fair and transparent pricing, self-management options,
and an empathetic sidekick who will actually follow up and follow through.
Let's keep it simple.
It's Nice to Meet You!
As a small business owner, I know first-hand that your made-from-scratch organization is like your "baby". You’ve poured your heart, soul, and sleepless nights into building your dream, and now you want a brand that captures all the big ideas swirling in your mind.
Turning those ideas into reality can feel overwhelming —
but have no fear: your personal creative sidekick is here!
Who I Serve
Whether you’ve been waiting forever to bring your big idea to life,
or you desperately need to bring your brand into this century, I can help.
Local Service-Based Professionals
Plumbers
Electricians
HVAC Technicians
Mechanics
Landscapers
Carpenters
Builders
Installation Services
Pest Control
Pool Services
Cleaning Services
Dog Trainers
Pet Groomers
Wellness, Health
& Beauty
Hairstylists
Nail Artists
Massage Therapists
Makeup Artists
Aestheticians
Nutritionists
Fitness Coaches
Naturopathic Medicine
Chiropractors
Weight Loss Clinics
Doulas & Pregnancy Centers
Tattoo Removal Services
Artisans
& Creators
Etsy Shop Owners
Makers & Artists
YouTubers
Podcasters
Musicians
Speakers
Chefs & Home Cooks
Jewelers
Writers & Self-Publishers
Performers (Actors, Singers)
Photographers
Bloggers
Seamstresses & Tailors
Long Arm Quilters
Woodworkers
Home Decor Crafters
Teaching, Counseling
& Education
Personal Trainers
Language Tutors
School & Exam Tutors
Dance Instructors
Martial Arts & Firearm Instructors
Piano/Music Teachers
Career Coaches
Business Coaches
Life Coaches & Counselors
Homeschool Co-Ops
Private Schools
School Clubs/Robotics Teams
Workshops & Trainings
Online Course Instructors
Retail
& Restaurants
Vintage Sellers & Antique Shops
Thrift Stores
Boutiques
Specialty Stores
Pet Stores
Family Farms
Restaurants
Coffee Shops
Ice Cream Shops
Bakeries & Chocolatiers
Food Trucks
Tourism
& Hosting
Short-Term Rental (Airbnb/Vrbo)
Hotels & Resorts
RV Resorts, Parks & Campgrounds
Vacation Rentals
Dude Ranches/Guest Ranches
Local Tourism/Visitor Bureaus
Tourist Attractions
Petting Zoos
Mini Golf
Escape Rooms
Adventure Experiences
Horseback Riding Ranches
Fishing & Hunting Expeditions
Tour Guides
Bike Tour Companies
Taxi Services
Community Organizations & Ministries
Nonprofits & Foundations
Churches
Veteran-Owned Enterprises
Youth Programs & Camps
Sports Teams
Retreat Centers
Military Units
Law Enforcement Programs
Missionaries
Ministries
Rotary
Chamber of Commerce
Small Cities & Towns
Community Awareness
Farmers Markets
Business Professionals
& Financial Sector
Accountants
Bookkeepers
Realtors
Loan Officers
Insurance Agencies
Lawyers
Travel Agents
Solo Entrepreneurs
Side Hustlers
Small Business Owners
Startups
Online Retail
Special Events
& Other
Event & Wedding Planners
Conferences & Seminars
Parades, Festivals & Fairs
Fundraisers, Galas & Auctions
Birthday Parties
Quinceañeras & Sweet 16s
Baby & Bridal Showers
Engagement Parties
Anniversaries
Graduations
Retirement Parties
Celebrations of Life/Memorials
Military Promotions
Product Launches & Grand Openings
Client Appreciation
Networking Mixers & Career Fairs
Corporate Holiday Parties
My Story
After earning a degree in Business Administration and Political Science, I spent 8 years at Amazon as a Program Manager. I focused on training, marketing, events, and talent development — mostly serving military and national security communities. That work inspired me to earn a master’s degree in National Security so I could better understand and serve the people behind those missions.
Along the way, I earned the nickname "Sparkles" — a light-hearted callsign given to me by military colleagues (a story for another day!). The name stuck, and over time, it represented my approach to working with others: lighthearted, detail-oriented, thinking beyond mundane solutions, and always ready to help.
While the work was meaningful, I realized that climbing the corporate ladder didn’t align with my long-term life goals. I dreamed of building a home-based business – one that gave me flexibility for my future family. I had honed a “particular set of skills” at a top corporation, but I was passionate about using them to help small enterprises and mission-driven organizations. I believed I could do so much more, and I wanted more freedom and creative autonomy to do so.
In 2024, I stepped away from the corporate life and fully committed to growing my existing side business, Little Suitcase Gifts — a business I’m proud of and passionate about — while prayerfully exploring additional ways to use my skills and serve others.
In this self-employment journey, I kept running into small businesses and organizations that needed help with websites, branding, print materials, promotional swag, and other design support.
My customers ranged from churches, lawyers, and counselors to plumbers, counter-trafficking nonprofits, and law enforcement experts. Colleagues and clients who knew my work ethic and attention to detail started sending me referrals left and right. Suddenly, and quite unexpectedly, a new path to help others serendipitously opened up before me.
On July 4, 2025, I launched the Sparkles & Co. website to bring all of that under one roof — offering design, strategy, and branding support to real-world businesses and mission-driven organizations ready to grow.
I look forward to learning how I can help you, too!
