Anna Affias is a dynamic professional with extensive experience in leadership, design, and business development. As the Founder and Team Owner of Stkd! Racing Squad since August 2019, Anna has excelled in guiding team initiatives and developing branding assets. In their role as a Business Development Executive at Slalom since November 2016, Anna collaborates with clients to enhance operations through tailored strategies and technology solutions. Anna has also served as a Senior Experience Designer and Creative Director at Slalom Chicago, focusing on brand strategy and innovative marketing. Previous experience as an Art Director at The Bond Group involved multifaceted roles that deepened Anna's design expertise. Additionally, Anna contributed to the creative community as a mentor and membership committee member at AIGA Chicago, fostering connections and opportunities for emerging talent. Anna holds a BFA in Graphic Design with minors in Spanish and International Studies from the University of Minnesota Duluth and has studied at the University of Birmingham.