Who We Are

Mathew J. DeWinters is the founder of Design Certified LLC and a creative professional with a strong background in marketing, branding, and organizational leadership. With experience working across business, nonprofit, sports, and public-sector environments, Mathew understands how effective design supports communication, builds trust, and drives engagement.

His approach blends strategic thinking with practical execution—focusing not just on how things look, but on how design functions in real-world settings.

Mathew has spent his career working closely with teams, stakeholders, and communities, developing marketing and design solutions that are clear, consistent, and purposeful. His work emphasizes:

• Brand clarity and visual consistency
• Organized workflows and reliable delivery
• Designs that support business goals and public communication
   

Through Design Certified, Mathew leads a team-based approach to creative services—ensuring clients receive professional support that scales with their needs.

As a founder, Mathew believes strong partnerships are built on communication, accountability, and trust. He works directly with clients to understand their goals and then aligns the Design Certified team to deliver solutions that are thoughtful, effective, and sustainable.

Clients appreciate his ability to:

• Simplify complex ideas
• Coordinate across teams and departments
• Maintain high standards while remaining flexible
   

Mathew brings a collaborative mindset shaped by years of leadership and program management experience. This background allows him to understand timelines, approvals, and organizational structures—making Design Certified a reliable partner for both creative and operational needs.

Alexis Dougherty is the Marketing and Design Director at Design Certified LLC, bringing creativity, organization, and attention to detail to every project she supports. She works closely with clients and internal team members to help translate ideas into clear, engaging, and professional design solutions.

Her work focuses on creating visually consistent materials that support brand identity, marketing campaigns, and audience engagement across digital and print platforms.

Alexis supports a wide range of projects, including:

• Social media and promotional graphics
• Marketing materials and campaign assets
• Website visuals and content support
• Brand consistency and layout refinement
   

She approaches each project with a strong understanding of branding, messaging, and visual hierarchy—ensuring designs are both effective and aligned with client goals.

Known for her collaborative mindset, Alexis works seamlessly with designers, marketers, and clients to ensure projects stay organized and on schedule. She values clear communication and consistency, helping ensure that every deliverable meets Design Certified’s professional standards.

Ken Adams Serves as the Marketing Team Manager at Design Certified LLC, where he oversees marketing strategy, project execution, and team coordination across client accounts. With a strong focus on organization, consistency, and results, Ken ensures that marketing initiatives align with client goals and brand standards.

He plays a key role in guiding campaigns from concept through execution—balancing creative vision with practical delivery.

Ken manages day-to-day marketing operations, working closely with designers, marketers, and clients to ensure timelines are met and deliverables are executed at a high level. His leadership helps maintain clarity across projects while keeping teams aligned and accountable.

His areas of focus include:

• Marketing strategy and campaign planning
• Team coordination and workflow management
• Quality control and brand consistency
• Client communication and project oversight
   

Ken is known for his collaborative leadership style and ability to simplify complex projects. By maintaining clear communication and structured processes, he helps clients feel confident that their marketing efforts are being handled with professionalism and care.

 Taylor Green serves as the Lead Accounts Manager at Design Certified LLC, acting as the primary point of contact for client relationships and ongoing account support. She works closely with clients and internal teams to ensure projects are well-organized, timelines are clear, and expectations are consistently met.

Taylor plays a key role in maintaining strong partnerships by balancing client needs with internal workflow coordination.

In her role, Taylor oversees account communication and project flow, helping ensure that each client receives attentive, reliable, and professional support. She helps translate client goals into actionable tasks for design and marketing teams, keeping projects moving efficiently from start to finish.

Her responsibilities include:

• Client communication and relationship management
• Project coordination and scheduling
• Scope alignment and expectation management
• Quality control and follow-through
   

Known for her attention to detail and proactive communication style, Taylor helps create a smooth and positive client experience. Her focus on clarity and accountability allows Design Certified to deliver consistent results while building long-term client relationships.

Jordan Cole serves as the Outreach Coordinator at Design Certified LLC, supporting business development and relationship-building efforts across multiple industries. He works closely with internal teams and external partners to help connect organizations with Design Certified’s design and marketing services.

Jordan plays an important role in expanding awareness of the firm while maintaining a professional and approachable presence in all outreach initiatives.

In his role, Jordan focuses on initiating and nurturing relationships with prospective clients, partners, and community organizations. He helps ensure that outreach efforts are aligned with Design Certified’s values and messaging.

His responsibilities include:

• Coordinating outreach and introductory communications
• Supporting partnership and referral initiatives
• Assisting with lead follow-up and engagement
• Representing Design Certified in a professional and consistent manner
   

Known for his strong communication skills and organized approach, Jordan helps ensure that outreach efforts are thoughtful, timely, and aligned with client needs. His focus on clarity and professionalism helps create positive first impressions and meaningful connections.