ABOUT US

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WHO ARE WE?

We’re Gretchen and Ryan Tipps. We live on a small farm in Bedford County, Virginia, with dogs, cats, chickens, goats, horses, and two human children. We’re avid runners and hikers and spend as much time outdoors as possible! We offer a fusion of talents with a combined 45 years of experience in communications, marketing and design striving for excellence in each and every thing we create.

Gretchen Tipps – Co-founder and CEO

Gretchen Tipps is a visionary graphic designer and marketer, with a wealth of experience engaging with digital and print media platforms. Gretchen is dedicated to amplifying the voices of businesses through dynamic branded visual products and compelling storytelling. She excels in a range of design services, including magazines, social media posts, advertising, billboards, logos, brochures, and flyers, to help build businesses affordably.

Innovative design is the cornerstone of impactful branding, transforming ideas into visuals that resonate and inspire.

– GRETCHEN TIPPS, CEO OF BAY ROAN CREATIVE

Ryan Tipps – Co-founder and Content Adviser

Ryan brings personality and purpose to his storytelling across a variety of topics and industries. Having initially spent nearly 15 years as a journalist working on deadline and managing a large staff, he is now nationally recognized for his enterprise and features writing and his ability to tease out the most important angles from even complex topics. His curiosity is the foundation of his creativity, and that trait is used to maximize the impact of the projects he undertakes.

The mastery of storytelling makes complex ideas accessible and engaging. Connecting with audiences in this way is always my goal.

– RYAN TIPPS, BAY ROAN CREATIVE CO-FOUNDER