Meet the Team
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Angela Gargano
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
Angela's 20+ years as a mission-driven entrepreneur have shaped her unique approach to marketing across diverse industries. As the daughter of two chefs, she grew up in her family's fine dining restaurant in Madison, Wisconsin. She later founded a yoga studio in her hometown on a shoestring budget, and through savvy marketing, grew it into a community cornerstone featured in the New York Times. Following her passion for wine, she moved west -eventually leading marketing for Oregon's Nicolas-Jay winery and Van Duzer Vineyards before launching Fresh Take Creative. Currently, Angela lives in the Willamette Valley with her horses, Espresso and Romeo.
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Kim Stein Lepley
LEAD CONTENT CREATOR
From the sunny shores of Tampa to the music scene of Austin, Kim's journey eventually led her to Portland, bringing a blend of diverse influences to her marketing approach. When she's not crafting fresh campaigns for clients, you'll find her making music with her husband, leading riders through intense spin sessions at Burn Cycle, or expressing herself with paintbrush in hand. Her passion? Helping brands find their authentic voice. Her perfect pairing? "Anything Italian with a bold red" —straightforward yet sophisticated, much like her marketing philosophy.
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Vanessa Hernandez
MARKETING COORDINATOR
Vanessa's roots run deep in Oregon soil — literally. Growing up on a small Amity farm, she developed both a love for the Pacific Northwest and a knack for authentic storytelling. A Willamette University grad with valuable wine-world experience from her marketing work at Domaine Serene, Vanessa brings fresh perspective to every client project. When not crafting creative marketing solutions, she's cheering at Timbers matches or scouting Oregon's trails and tasting rooms. Her marketing journey began with a sisterly nudge toward a college class that sparked an unexpected passion. Her perfect pairing? A creamy Alfredo alongside a crisp Willamette Valley Chardonnay — balanced, just like her approach to marketing.
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Chloë Miller
CONSULTING GRAPHIC DESIGNER
With 15+ years experience working in design across multiple industries, our graphic design partner, Chloë, loves to help people and brands shine. With a background in both print and digital marketing, she understands how to craft effective design solutions for every project. She was previously an adjunct professor at Pacific Northwest College of Art, sharing my love of print and type with the next generation of designers.When not helping people tell their stories, she can be found biking around Portland, cooking elaborate meals, or playing with her pup, Cosmo
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Kathy Griswold
RECIPE DEVELOPMENT & CLIENT CARE
Kathy's culinary journey spans over 40 years, with roots in a family where garden-to-table wasn't a trend but a way of life. Her experience ranges from fine dining kitchens to creating comforting classics, giving her the versatility to help our clients create recipes for social media, email marketing and blog posts. Beyond recipe development, Kathy excels in client care, ensuring each client receives personalized attention and support. When not crafting perfect pairings for our client's wine clubs, Kathy explores the world, gathering inspiration from wine regions like Mendoza, Umbria, and Burgundy.