Matthew’s reputation, hard work, and innovative solutions are the backbone of Strong Studio, which he founded in 2006.

His professional career began in 1999 at SME Branding where he helped develop and extend brands for the NFL, NBA and MLB. Matthew then served as Senior Creative Director for Madison Square Garden, overseeing and creating season identities for the New York Knicks and New York Rangers, as well as Radio City Music Hall. In 2004, Matthew began teaching at his alma mater, Pratt Institute, in courses focused on branding, design thesis, and package design. He brings that breadth of creativity and experience to the studio every day by taking the lead throughout the creative process.

Outside of the being the Studio’s fearless leader, Matthew collects vinyl records and cycling medals. Matthew is a proud Empire State Rider – a group of cyclists that ride from NYC to Niagara Falls in one week, to raise funds for cancer research.

Kate is Strong Studio’s resident perfectionist and an overall design machine. A Pratt alumni — and one of Matthew’s former students —  she has been with Strong Studio since 2013, churning out dozens of visual identities and even more print and packaging campaigns.

Kate works hands-on with both the clients and the design staff to ensure deadlines are met, objectives are surpassed, workflow is efficient, and the work product is a masterpiece. No one is quite sure when she sleeps.

When she can be convinced to leave her laptop at home, Kate is working with rescued farm animals at Heartwood Haven, a nonprofit in which she serves as the Board Chair.

Jamie’s multitasking skills are a force of nature. After graduating from the Rhode Island School of Design in 2009, she taught the arts in public education for eight years. In 2018, she switched her desk apple for the big one and became a permanent addition to the Strong Studio family. Jamie helps guide projects through from concept to implementation, supervises project timelines, trains new designers, and helps bring the team’s artistic vision to life with her top-notch fine art skills.

When she is not keeping this well-oiled machine running, Jamie may be out collecting stamps in her passport and sending Snaps of her culinary encounters from around the world. 

Tanvi graduated from Pratt Institute in May 2023, where she studied Graphic Design and minored in Psychology and Interdisciplinary Book Design. She loves combining analog production with digital design and is obsessed with creating her own typefaces.

Outside the studio, you can find her baking, crocheting, or watching sports at home. She also loves to dance and discover new places.

Christina is a multidisciplinary designer with 9 years of professional experience and is a Fashion Institute of Technology alumnus. She also has a bit of a taco obsession, a weakness for cheese, and has never been able to whistle properly.

Endearing yet ultimately a little creepy, Ramen has abnormally large ears and a vocal range that rivals a teething baby. She likes string almost as much as she likes Matthew, and that’s saying something.

Formerly a Southern Belle, Poutine was rescued on the side of the road after an accident. But don’t let the missing limb fool you; she can bounce, roll, and zoom circles around her big sis, Ramen.

Bento is a food-motivated, occasionally good boy. He likes to chase treats, balls, and chipmunks from his backyard. Having left his mark in over 30 states, he’s the most traveled dog we know.

Kona is a very shy girl and proud survivor of the puppy mill industry. She still jumps at loud noises, but all of the toys, tortilla chips, and sunshine sure do make her happy.