About us

We’re on a mission to better the world by driving meaningful sustainability progress, action, and conversation.

We believe that businesses are a key driver in creating a world that is more regenerative, inclusive, and just. And that by driving sustainable business transformation we can help bring about the change we want to see in the world.

Through our unique approach, we provide partners with the knowledge, perspective, and ideas to see sustainability challenges from new angles and uncover the creative solution that will drive the next step in their sustainability journey.

Our values

Connect the dots

Critical thinking turns information into insight

It all begins with a question. Why? How? What else? Sometimes finding answers requires shifting our views and exploring different angles. We believe that the best results come from questioning everything, challenging assumptions, and staying open to the unexpected.

Create the unexpected

Purposeful creativity unlocks our best work

We are creators to the core. We create with intention, providing fresh and exciting work that is useful and meaningful. We aim to unleash creative brilliance, approaching each project in the spirit of discovery, collaboration, and play.

Venture forward

Continuous innovation unlocks our best work

As we perpetually press forward, we recognize that we are always working towards something bigger than ourselves and our company. Our innovative spirit is driven by a desire to continuously advance our team, our clients, and the sustainability space.

Bring out the best

Inspiring greatness is essential to amplifying impact

We challenge each other to show up as our best selves in every way. We create client partnerships built on authenticity, accountability, and honest feedback. Because when we bring out the best in ourselves and others, there’s no limit to what we can achieve.

Embrace parallax

Our differences make us stronger

Our name says it all. We truly believe that we are more than the sum of our parts, that a diversity of perspectives and backgrounds makes us stronger. From our inception, we have remained committed to looking at things from multiple angles – the “parallax effect” – to develop the most well-rounded approach. Now we’re working to create an environment where everyone shows up as their full selves. Not just because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it makes our best work even better.

Our team of passionate experts is driven by a collective desire to make an impact. We are strategists, communicators, designers, and client engagement specialists, each with deep sustainability expertise and a unique perspective on how to solve our clients' challenges. Our diverse perspectives allow us to envision innovative, creative solutions for our partners.

Abby Miller

Abby Miller

Art Director

Adam Tapley

Adam Tapley

Art Director

Amanda Pike

Amanda Pike

COO

Ana Sofía Sada Cazarin

Ana Sofía Sada Cazarin

Client Engagement Manager

Anna Seskind

Anna Seskind

Senior Strategist

Annika Perry

Annika Perry

Marketing Manager

Cam Hotto

Cam Hotto

Strategist

Christine McElhinney

Christine McElhinney

Senior Strategist

Derek Sabori

Derek Sabori

Senior Director, Communications

Edison Miclat

Edison Miclat

Head of Creative

Guusje Bendeler

Guusje Bendeler

Co-Founder

Hallie Beyer

Hallie Beyer

Strategist

Janna Irons

Janna Irons

Head of Communication Strategy

Jasmine Elbarbary

Jasmine Elbarbary

Senior Strategist

Jean Okamoto

Jean Okamoto

Senior Strategist

Jonathan Hanwit

Jonathan Hanwit

Co-Founder + CEO

Kaela Morris

Kaela Morris

Office Manager

Kaveri Marathe

Kaveri Marathe

Editor

Kelly Hambright

Kelly Hambright

Finance Manager

Kirkland Bobseine

Kirkland Bobseine

Senior Strategist

Kyrstin Nihill

Kyrstin Nihill

Design Director

Laura Rankin

Laura Rankin

Strategist

Madison Conrado

Madison Conrado

Strategist

Nicole Lambert

Nicole Lambert

Senior Strategist

Nicole Speciale

Nicole Speciale

Senior Strategist

Sheila Ongie

Sheila Ongie

Senior Director, Sustainability

Stewart Rassier

Stewart Rassier

Head of Sustainability Strategy

Tyler Petty

Tyler Petty

Graphic Designer

Vanessa Alvarez

Vanessa Alvarez

Senior Designer

Why thinkPARALLAX?

Our goal is to make a positive impact in the world through the work we do. We’re a Certified B Corporation because that is how we believe all businesses should operate.

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Culture

thinkPARALLAX is headquartered in Southern California with employees distributed across the country. We are an agile, tight-knit team united by passion, curiosity, and a desire to make an impact through our work. We are known for industry-leading standards of quality that combine strategic thinking, meaningful collaboration, and creativity. And while we are as serious and professional as the most corporate client, we believe in bringing a sense of levity and fun to all that we do. In addition to being a Certified B Corporation, we are deeply committed to celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive workplace where employees are encouraged to be their authentic selves.

PARALLAXploration

PARALLAXploration is our company-funded travel program designed to expand our perspective while gaining inspiration and personal growth. From the untouched volcanic landscapes of the Azores to the bustling streets of Vietnam, PARALLAXploration has taken us to 20+ countries since 2014. This year, our team is traveling to destinations within the United States to explore the wide range of cultures that exist within our own borders.

Client testimonials

“thinkPARALLAX’s strategic expertise helped us engage our investors on ESG through improved reporting, strategy, and digital communications. Their team was creative, thoughtful, and meticulous in their approach, and overall a joy to collaborate with in evolving our company’s ESG strategy.”
Andrew Johnson
VP, Government Affairs and Sustainability, Graphic Packaging Intl.
“The thinkPARALLAX team's strategic savvy and creativity is unparalleled. They helped us translate our sustainability strategy into an effective framework and communication platform that engaged and empowered our employees, investors, customers, and other important stakeholders. I would love to collaborate with them again."
Kara DeVita
Senior Director, Social Impact and Executive Director, Fossil Foundation, Fossil Inc.
“The thinkPARALLAX team was a true strategic partner in helping Snap transform our Code of Conduct into a powerful document that communicates our core values, ethics, and commitment to kindness.”
Nicole Diaz
Global Head of Integrity and Compliance Legal, Snap Inc.
“This was a fantastic project that I personally loved working on, and it was a huge undertaking that would not have been made possible without the incredible teamwork and strong communication displayed by thinkPARALLAX. The launch of our inaugural report marks our official line in the sand for ESG reporting for Sunnova and I know our ESG policies, disclosures and story will only continue to grow positively and impactfully over the years.”
Kelsey Hultberg
EVP, Chief of Staff - Office of the CEO, Sunnova
“thinkPARALLAX helped us develop a CSR narrative, communication plan and activation across multiple channels. With this communication strategy we not only connect CSR to the bank’s purpose but we also have clear guidance on how to talk about why what we’re doing matters to our stakeholders.”
Samantha Mesrobian
Director of Corporate Responsibility, Scotiabank
“The thinkPARALLAX team was instrumental in evolving our One Report to where it is today: an interactive, integrated report that showcases our sustainability goals, business objectives, and progress against ESG issues through beautiful design and targeted communications. I am proud to have them as a partner in Southwest’s ESG journey, and to call them my friends.”
Todd Spinks
Citizenship Communications and Outreach, Southwest Airlines
“Creative, methodical, on-budget, responsive — the designers and project managers at thinkPARALLAX have been my reliable external team for projects large and small, from museum exhibits to magazine ads, website design and curation to execution of an online app. They’re the best.”
Joe Schuman
Director of Public Affairs, Qualcomm