ZAC Collaborative

Working. Snacking. Prepping for Mother’s Day Weekend! Happy Mother’s Day!

*please note: chopsticks for snacks are the way to go, keep that keyboard clean 🥢

“Another great event. Thanks to ULI Philadelphia for having us. Met a bunch of great people and the panelists inspired me to work on a few new things in the upcoming weeks to keep growing, changing, and evolving the business.

We’ve moved around a lot over the years and the people, collaborations, and opportunities I’ve had because of that have truly shifted my perspective. The way I approach design, projects, and business in general has been directly influenced by these moves and the amazing people along the way.

After some very thoughtful discussions last night, I’m very excited for what’s next and I’m looking forward to new opportunities and continued partnerships in the Philadelphia area.

*photo of some signage overview for Susquehanna Trail Apartments designed for Field Properties”

-April Christiansen, Founder

See you tomorrow! Register today: https://lnkd.in/edqUX64R

Posted by ULI on LinkedIn and spoiler alert, we’re one of the microbusinesses featured.

“In just a few weeks, the ULI Philadelphia Women’s Leadership Initiative is bringing together industry professionals for a special vendor fair spotlighting local microbusinesses (businesses with fewer than 25 employees) that are doing impactful work across our region.

This event is your chance to discover and support women and minority-led businesses while building meaningful connections across the real estate and development community.

The evening will include an insightful panel discussion exploring actionable strategies to drive equity by creating access and opportunity for small and microbusinesses.

Speakers include:

Moderator: Danielle DiLeo Kim, Founder & Principal, DDK Urban Consulting
Catherine Califano, Deputy Secretary for Business Operations, Department of General Services, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Julia Limongello, Founder, Acanthus Real Estate
Sara McCorriston, Co-Founder, Paradigm Art Advisory
Lynette Sutton, Managing Partner, Girl Concrete

Check out some of our current vendors who will be tabling! (More to be announced!)

AR Spruce LLC
Blueprint Commercial
CICADA Architecture/Planning, Inc.
Enliven Construction
Moto Designshop
New Anthem Solutions
PIDC
Transform Advisory Company
University City District
WEBCO Construction
ZAC Collaborative

Register today: https://lnkd.in/edqUX64R

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Host: Pennovation Works
Title: Comcast Spectacor
Supporting: AR Spruce LLC
Friend: University City District, PIDC

Interested in supporting this program? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eNV7Bz6W “

Two years ago, I started ZAC Collaborative with a clear vision: to build a studio focused on thoughtful, strategic design and to create work that helps people connect more meaningfully with the spaces around them.

Since then, we’ve had the chance to work on projects in branding, signage, wayfinding, and experiential graphics with clients, partners, and teams who have challenged us, trusted us, and made the work better every step of the way.

Building a business has been equal parts exciting, humbling, energizing, and honestly a little wild at times. But I’m incredibly grateful for what these first two years have brought and for the people who have been part of it.

Thank you to everyone who has supported ZAC Collaborative, collaborated with us, referred us, hired us, and believed in what we’re building.

We’re still early, and that’s the exciting part.

Looking forward to what’s next.

Last year we had the opportunity to partner with OVG to redesign the concession stand experience at AutoZone Park for the Memphis Redbirds.

From brand-forward identities to cohesive stand graphics, the goal was to create something that felt as energetic and memorable as game day itself.

Excited to see last year’s work back in action as the Redbirds come out hot this season!

Always fun seeing good design meet great baseball ⚾⚾⚾