In Good Company.
Meet our talented team of storytellers, digital designers, advertisers, graphic artists, creators, and optimists.
MEET THE TEAM
Ali Mroz
Director of Accounts + Operations
Ali digs all things digital and social media. She began building her creative portfolio in 2013 in the blogging sphere, eventually launching her own sustainable thrift e-commerce website. Atta girl Ali. Although she loved her past careers in hair and landscaping, Ali has finally found her righteous home in the creative world at Roots + Ardor.
[Band of the moment]: The National (Always)
[Word]: “Time is the school in which we learn.” - Joan Didion
[Muse]: Patti Smith
[Vices]: Ben & Jerrys
Hannah Bernard
Founder + Creative Director
Hannah's expertise, combined with an enthusiastic approach to the creative method, allows her to produce impactful digital content while guaranteeing an experience that clients will love.
[Band of the moment]: Billy Joel
[Word]: “You can waste your lives drawing lines. Or you can live your life crossing them.” - Shonda Rhimes
[Drink]: Pinot
[Vices]: Crime Documentaries
Emma Benneyworth
Lead Copywriter and Account Lead
Emma is a writer and strategist who brings a diverse range of experience to the team, having previously worked in the fashion industry, creative marketing, and, once upon a time, as a cowgirl. Combining her passion for the written word with her degree in interior design, she has a unique perspective on brand development and business operations and is so happy to have landed at R+A.
[Band of the moment]: Caamp
[Word]: “I don’t know what I think until I write it down.” - Joan Didion
[Drink]: Aperol spritz, always
[Vices]: Ice cream and reality TV
Katie MacCabe
Account Lead
Katie is a communications nerd with a focus on digital content and social strategy. She’s navigated roles in industries ranging from professional theatre to government, and discovered the perfect combo of her talents here at Roots + Ardor. Beyond the digital realm, Katie is also the co-owner of Wandering Spirits, a coffee shop / soon-to-be cocktail bar / mobile bartending trailer in the scenic Niagara Region, infusing a touch of entrepreneurship into journey.
[Band of the moment]: boygenius
[Word]: “There’s only one rule that I know of, babies—God damn it, you’ve got to be kind.” - Kurt Vonnegut
[Muse]: Tessa Thompson & Florence Pugh
[Vices]: Diet Coke and skincare gadgets
Maddie Thompson
Graphic Designer
Maddie is a master of visual arts and graphic design. She honed her skills in traditional public relations and media management before joining our team as a graphic designer in 2017.
[Band of the moment]: Sonder
[Word]: Life is in the details - by who knows
[Drink]: Any craft sour beer
[Vices]: Cheese & expensive stationery
Allison Taylor
Photography Lead
Allison Taylor is an award winning, published photographer. With over 10 years experience in her field, Allison has a unique eye for the details as well as the uncanny ability to direct, compose, and style subjects of all skill levels.
[Band of the moment]: Lewis Capaldi
[Word]: “You’re only given a little spark of madness. You mustn’t lose it.” - Robin Williams
[Drink]: Iced oat milk chai latte
[Vice]: YA fantasy novels