Lisa Suchy

Chief Troublemaker 

Creator and owner of Suchy Design, Lisa Suchy built her company with the knowledge base she gained from her experience in the HR, Operations, Marketing and Branding industries. Lisa was inspired to step out on her own and build a company that would help small businesses and entrepreneurs take their developmental growth to the next level. Lisa has devoted her talents to an array of entities. From large-scale political campaigns to private corporations, her work has been described as being completed with “unbelievable grace.” Former clients and employers describe her as “innovative … personable” and “informed about new trends.” It has also been said her “ability to balance thousands of requests … is admirable.”

Since the creation of her company, Lisa has become the spearhead of a team dedicated to working with aspiring entrepreneurs and small businesses to establish their brand while also providing action and inspiration for a company’s goals.

Lead Graphic Guru  

Yana is an award-winning designer recognized by prestigious MarCom and dotCOMM awards, a testament to her exceptional skills in comprehensive brand awareness campaigns and publication designs. Her mastery is evident in her innovative projects ranging from logo design to bus shelter ads, social media graphics, and both digital and physical signage. Yana's unique approach to design blends functionality with aesthetic appeal, making her work not only visually stunning but also strategically effective.

With a rich educational background, Yana holds dual degrees in Architecture and Interior Design and Architecture and Civil Engineering. Her career began as an architect in Dnipro, Ukraine, before she transitioned to the U.S. design scene, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in graphic design with a minor in web design from GMU, graduating with honors. This diverse foundation enables her to explore design through various lenses and mediums. 

Yana's commitment to community and professional development is evident in her participation in AIGA DC’s CreateAthon. In a 24-hour marathon with five design teams, she helped revamp the visual identities of five local nonprofits, demonstrating her dedication to social impact through design.

Yana's journey from an architect in Ukraine to an award-winning designer in the U.S. is a story of relentless pursuit, continuous learning, and a deep passion for design.  It is this unique blend of talent, experience, and dedication that makes Yana stand out as a designer poised to make significant contributions to any project or campaign..

Yana continues her passion as a fine artist in her free time and has pieces for purchase or commission on her website:

Randomness Manager   

Sonya Kopp graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a Master of Science, where she began her career in Administrative Coordination at UPMC in the Department of Transplant Pathology. That first step started a journey that has taken her across the United States and culminated in 18 years of experience in her field.

As her title — Randomness Manager — suggests, Sonya supports a plethora of projects at Suchy Design, ranging from print production management and logistical execution of major political campaign materials to the backbone of human resources documentation and processes management, social media coordination, research and the complexities of juggling everything from digital advertising to bookkeeping.
 

Sonya recognized her passion for customer service as a teen working at a video rental store. She valued customer engagement and fully implementing the “customer is always right” approach and continues this work ethic in all projects, client interactions and relations. She’s known for bringing a calm and friendly approach to every project and everyone with whom she interacts.

Sonya never stops moving, by choice and force, now that she has three young sons with her husband. They enjoy tent camping at the beach and in the mountains, being outdoors whenever possible and listening to random and obscure music and records.

Graphic Guru   

Armed with an Associate of Graphic Design and a Web Design Certificate from Dakota County Technical College, Dani Barlage's journey in the world of design began with a single high school class that sparked an unwavering love for the craft.

Before delving into design, Dani had a background in Social Work, driven by her innate desire to assist others. Now, she's found a way to channel her helping nature into her artistic endeavors, making an impact through her visual creations. Dani's unique background in both Social Work and Graphic Design adds depth and empathy to her creative process, allowing her to craft designs that resonate with people on a profound level.

In her free time, you can often find Dani lost in the pages of a captivating book or exploring fantastical realms through video games and Dungeons & Dragons. She finds solace and joy spending quality time with her pets at home and taking photographs.

Sharpie Sherpa

Sally discovered her passion for art at an early age and carried that creativity through college, earning a Bachelor of Science in Art from Radford University with a concentration in Graphic Design. She brings more than 30 years of design experience, including two decades focused on direct mail and print collateral.

Her career spans a wide range of industries—government, advertising, consulting, and print—where she has managed diverse projects and served clients of all sizes. Known for her strategic mindset and keen attention to detail, Sally creates thoughtful, effective design solutions that clearly communicate her clients’ messages and goals, earning her the nickname “Sharpie Sherpa.”

Outside of work, Sally leads an active life with her family. She and her husband have two teenage daughters who play soccer, and they all share a love of the outdoors. In her free time, Sally enjoys fishing, boating, scuba diving, caving, camping, off-roading, landscaping, and exploring nature for fossils and other unique finds that she sometimes uses for art projects in her home.

Design Deputy  

Hanna's love for design and the arts took root in high school, where she pursued every creative outlet available, from ceramics and cooking to web design. That curiosity led her to a formative internship with Suchy Design in 2020, where her creative instincts truly began to flourish.

She went on to study photography at Ridgewater Community College and now supports graphic design projects at Suchy Design. She also enjoys helping others build their digital presence, from setting up websites to sharing social media strategies that help businesses grow. Her background in mail operations and daily organizational work has further sharpened her attention to detail and made her a reliable, steady presence on any project. At her core, Hanna is someone who loves helping people succeed, and she brings that same spirit to everything she takes on.

When she's not working, you can find Hanna foraging and hunting in the woods, hosting dinner parties, or tending to her many plants. She's a social butterfly who loves live music and is always chasing a new adventure. Her latest is Hanna's Kitchen, a small farmers' market business where she sells maple syrup, canned goods, and fresh-baked treats.