Barb has guided JK’s course from day one, using her sharp instincts and human touch to shape a culture where ideas thrive and people matter. From co-founding the agency with Jerry in their Edison home to guiding its journey as it grew, she’s shaped the vision and DNA of the business with equal parts warmth, decisiveness, and strategic clarity. Clients, teammates, and partners feel her commitment to connection, growth, and doing things the right way.

Outside the studio, you’ll find her planning travel adventures, lost in a thriller novel, or doting on her two adorable grandchildren.

Jerry is the fearless creative pioneer behind JK—the person who said “what if we go further?” and then blazed the trail for the team to follow. Since starting the agency in 1985 with Barb, he’s driven a standard of work that redefines what clients expect from a creative partnership. His induction into the Advertising Hall of Fame of New Jersey celebrates decades of bold design, breakthrough thinking, and leadership that elevates everyone around him.

When he’s not sketching the next big idea, he’s fishing off a pier, perfecting a classic on the guitar, or painting a landscape that inspires.

Sharon is a strategic partner in the truest sense—someone who quickly understands a client’s world and helps them move forward with clarity and purpose. With 20+ years on the agency side and experience supporting global brands like Coca-Cola, Verizon, J&J, Merck, and Tiffany & Co., she brings sharp thinking and a direct communications style that builds trust and empowers teams to deliver work that drives lasting impact.

When she’s not guiding global programs or strengthening client partnerships, she’s usually planning her next trip, laughing with her family and friends, or discovering something unexpected—like maple bacon pickles—in her fridge.

Angelica leads with a blend of dedication and genuine care—shaping partnerships that feel steady, thoughtful, and deeply collaborative. With more than 16 years across agency and in-house roles, she’s managed complex global accounts for brands like J&J and Amazon, turning business priorities into clear action and helping teams stay aligned through every stage of the work. She communicates with intention and shows up prepared, creating the kind of trust that makes clients feel truly supported.

Off-hours, she finds joy traveling with her husband and son, discovering great food, and catching as many concerts as she can—especially if Café Tacuba is on the bill.

Jess brings a decade of account leadership to JK, with experience guiding campaigns for brands like Discover Card, Neutrogena, and Bristol Myers Squibb. She’s steered everything from a Skittles Super Bowl spot to an award-winning Growth Energy campaign—and she does it with the same mix of care and drive that makes clients feel she’s part of their own team.

Outside of work, she’s usually corralling her two little ones, perfecting the Friday night pizza ritual, or catching live music (though she still wishes the headliners would start at 5pm).

Jodi brings a blend of warmth and precision that makes partnerships feel easy. With 20 years of experience across retail, corporate, and agency roles, she’s guided earnings programs, ESG reporting, and brand initiatives for companies like Verizon, Axon, and Kenvue—always keeping teams aligned to what matters most, and always ready with a kind word when it matters most.

Away from work, she’s either exploring somewhere new or cheering on her girls as they slide, sprint, and dive their way through softball season—dusty, determined, and loving every second of it.

Nicole sees the substance beneath the surface—connecting the dots to develop smart strategies for brands like J&J, Merck, Kenvue, and Foot Locker. With experience on both the client and agency side, she has a rare instinct for aligning big-picture goals with the day-to-day decisions that move work forward, making collaboration feel effortless along the way.

Off-hours, she’s immersed in life with her four boys, taking a beat with an EDM-fueled run, or diving into her latest read.

Nicolette is the kind of partner who brings shape and momentum to fast-moving work—balancing shifting needs, tight deadlines, and evolving priorities with a calm confidence that her clients rely on. She has supported storytelling and strategic programs for J&J, Merck, BMS, and major health systems, always delivering with intention and heart.

When she’s not orchestrating a dozen moving pieces at once, she’s probably watching (or talking about) sports—baseball, football, basketball, tennis … whatever the game, she’s game.

Haley brings a friendly and steady vibe to every partnership—keeping projects moving with a balance of diligence, flexibility, and cool confidence. She’s supported brands like J&J, Seton Hall, and Santander, always connecting the work back to the strategic needs of the business and the creative ambitions of her clients. Teammates rely on her level head and transparent style, and clients trust her to think three steps ahead.

After work, she’s probably catching a movie, singing along at a show, or checking in on Marlene, her long-lived sourdough starter.

Hillary brings a sense of steadiness that makes even the most layered initiatives feel easy to navigate. Over her decade at JK, she’s guided product launches, brand development programs, and cross-channel campaigns for clients like Caterpillar, BMS, J&J, and Pepsi—building the kind of thoughtful systems that keep teams aligned and efficient, and the work humming along.

At home, she unwinds with her husband, two young kids, and whatever DIY project is currently plotting to take over her weekend.

Sarah brings a thoughtful, data-driven perspective to every campaign—shaping digital ecosystems that connect paid, owned, and earned channels in ways that move the needle. With experience building measurable programs for brands like J&J, Affiliated Distributors, and Sani Professional, she blends analytical rigor with an instinct for what will resonate.

Away from her dashboards and KPIs, she’s with her cats, channeling Carly Simon at karaoke, or quoting “Bring It On” like it came out yesterday.

Hannah approaches digital marketing with equal parts strategy and heart—turning performance data into clear, actionable plans that help brands grow thoughtfully and sustainably. She’s led campaigns for partners like Weichert Franchising, Signify, PDI, and Infinant Health, always delivering useful insights, transparent reporting, and smart recommendations that drive results.

Outside of work, you’ll find her exploring Philly with her family and dog, or tucked into a park or café, lost in a great book.

Joey is the kind of creative leader who makes teams braver—someone who can decode a creative problem and ignite a concept that feels fresh, bold, and deeply engaging. He’s shaped work for brands like J&J, Merck, Kenvue, and Samsung, bringing sharp instincts and sleeves-rolled-up commitment to every engagement. With two decades of design leadership and more than ten years guiding JK’s creative teams, he elevates every idea with equal parts focus and imagination.

Outside of work, you’ll find him with family, rolling on the jiu-jitsu mat, or building something inspiring with his own hands.

Alex brings more than 20 years of creative leadership to JK, shaping global brand and campaign platforms for clients like J&J, Amazon, and AT&T. His work helps complex organizations connect with customers and talent—turning insight into expressive design systems that resonate across audiences and cultures. A longtime professor and award-winning designer, he’s as passionate about mentoring emerging talent as he is about making something extraordinary.

Off-hours, you’ll find him sketching, enjoying the great outdoors with his family, or planning his next mural.

Christopher brings strategic depth and creative range to every project, developing brand identities and experiences for names like Caterpillar, Best Buy, and Warner Bros. With more than 20 years in design and creative direction, he’s launched digital platforms, built brands from the ground up, and led teams to create work that’s as thoughtful as it is striking. A designer, thinker, and mentor at heart, he believes great ideas balance beauty and purpose—and he inspires those around him to strive for both.

Outside of work, you’ll find him cycling, reading sci-fi, or exploring life’s next adventure with his family and his faith at the center.

Katie has a knack for turning complexity into stories that connect—blending insight, creativity, and a wonderful way with words that make brands feel human. Over her career, she’s shaped identities and campaigns for JetBlue, J&J, BMS, Republic Services, and more, always pushing for work that links facts to feelings.

When she’s not figuring out the perfect strategy for her clients, she’s trying to enjoy every moment with her young kids, swapping book recommendations with fellow JKers, or trying to master a new craft, from cake decorating to hand lettering to cross-stitch.

Ryan’s work lives at the intersection of clarity and emotion—design that helps brands stand out and connect on a deeper level. With experience spanning brand and corporate storytelling for J&J, Merck, and Tiffany & Co, he combines creative flair with strategic insight to deliver work that inspires confidence. Clients appreciate his calm, collaborative energy and knack for making complicated ideas feel simple.

In his free time, you’ll find him surfing, rowing, or hunting for vintage baseball cards with his kids.

Joey’s work is fueled by curiosity and heart. With more than a decade of experience, he’s led award-winning campaigns for brands like Emergen-C, 7-Eleven, and Sun-Maid—creating design that feels fresh, focused, and full of life. At JK, he’s known for inspiring others to push past the expected and find what’s real.

Beyond design, you’ll find him running, gaming, or exploring nature with his wife and daughter.

Karen’s design philosophy is rooted in purpose—creating visual stories that engage hearts and minds alike. She’s guided major initiatives for J&J, Foot Locker, and Seton Hall University, from global event identities to enterprise-defining reports. A passionate creative, she’s known for her collaborative energy and her knack for turning a client’s vision into something that resonates.

Away from work, she’s a devoted mom and an unapologetic fan of binge-worthy reality TV.

Amanda blends precision and imagination in everything she designs, from global storytelling libraries for J&J to ESG reports and brand systems for The Children’s Place and Weichert. With a background spanning Edelman, Marketsmith, and JK, her work always balances smart strategy with creative intuition. Her sense of craft and empathy make her an invaluable collaborator.

Outside of work, you’ll find her running, baking sourdough, or hanging out with her dog, Phil (who is an exceptionally good boy!).

Alana brings warmth and intention to every project. Over her time at JK, she’s grown from designer to creative lead, helping elevate work for J&J, Seton Hall, and Caterpillar through design that’s both strategic and human-centered. She approaches every challenge with empathy and curiosity—and every relationship as a true collaboration.

Outside work, she loves fall weather, traveling to new places with her husband, and cozy nights in with a good movie and a warm bowl of popcorn.

Jeff brings a rare mix of empathy, precision, and strategic thinking to every project—the kind of designer who can take a maze of ideas and turn it into a clean, confident visual story. A key partner in the J&J rebrand, he shaped templates, guidelines, and long-view design systems that help global teams stay aligned without losing impact. His solutions are thoughtful, consistent, and quietly powerful—the work you trust immediately.

Outside JK, he’s often recharging in nature, exploring new places, or deep into a sci-fi movie marathon with his family.

Tom brings ideas to life with an intuitive sense of motion and a thoughtfulness that never shuts off. Over his 15 years at JK, he’s shaped animation for some of our biggest partners—from Merck and BMS to Caterpillar and Weichert Franchising—and helped define the motion and character standards that power the J&J brand today. Calm, meticulous, and endlessly inventive, he elevates every project with craft that feels effortless.

Off-hours, you’ll find him crate-digging for movies, vinyl, retro games, or hanging out with his cat, Bela (named after the 1982 Bauhaus classic “Bela Lugosi’s Dead,” of course!).

McKayla’s designs are as thoughtful as they are bold—blending creativity and empathy to bring brand stories to life. She’s played a major role in J&J’s global brand rollout and creative campaigns for Bristol Myers Squibb, pushing ideas that balance precision with heart.

She thrives on collaboration, positivity, and purpose—whether she’s designing, exploring new places, or getting in some quality cardio.

Allison’s design philosophy is simple: make it beautiful, make it meaningful. She’s helped shape campaigns and brand systems for Kenvue and Merck—always going beyond the brief to elevate what’s possible. Known for her kindness and attention to detail, she brings warmth and craft to every collaboration.

Off-hours, she’s traveling, hanging out with family, or volunteering at Tabby’s Place, a cat sanctuary that she’s helped make part of JK Gives Back, the agency’s volunteer day program.

Zach creates visuals that connect, translating complex ideas into designs that feel fresh, thoughtful, and distinctly human. In just a few years at JK, he’s supported global initiatives for Axon, J&J, and Amazon, helping elevate everything from investor materials to event experiences. Always positive and curious, he brings humor and empathy to every project.

Outside work, he’s likely running, taking photos, visiting museums, or planning for the day he can finally adopt a kitten.

Romit brings a thoughtful, human touch to every project—a designer who observes deeply, solves with intention, and delivers work that feels purposeful. His contributions for brands like J&J, Amazon, and Axon showcase his ability to translate direction into clean, adaptable design across formats, all with a calm, steady presence that teammates rely on.

Outside of work, he’s chasing his next great food find, getting lost in good music, or glancing skyward to see if that engine roar is from a Boeing 787 or an Airbus A350.

Michelle has a gift for finding the meaning inside the message—shaping copy that’s clear, human, and beautifully tuned to the way people actually speak and feel. With more than 20 years of writing and brand experience, she’s helped bring stories to life for J&J, Merck, Foot Locker, and dozens of household names, always translating complexity into communications that connect.

Outside of work, she’s at her happiest with her family, singing with her community choir, or breezing through the day’s Wordle, Connections, and NYT Crossword, keeping her completion streak intact.

Lindsay brings a calm, dependable rhythm to fast-moving work—connecting teams, timelines, and resources with an ease that makes even the busiest days feel manageable. With experience supporting major initiatives for Merck, J&J, and Kenvue, she keeps communication clear and projects running smoothly, catching the details that keep everything—and everyone—on track.

Outside the office, you’ll find her thrifting, at a concert, or happily organizing just about anything in sight.

Stacey brings clarity and compassion to JK’s financial landscape—translating 20 years of financial leadership into insights that feel grounded, human, and easy for teams to act on. She’s led accounting, budgeting, and planning across global organizations, earning recognition for the way she turns numbers into stories that support smart decisions. Transparent, thoughtful, and endlessly adaptable, she keeps people grounded and projects moving.

Outside the office, you might find her spending time with her husband and three sons, swapping laughs with her book club, or belting out “Take Me Home, Country Roads” without a hint of hesitation.

John blends curiosity and technical mastery with a patience that makes him the person everyone turns to when they need help. For more than 20 years at JK, he’s kept the agency’s systems modern, resilient, and powerful, always learning, always improving, and always calm under pressure. He approaches every challenge with the mantra that “success isn’t final, failure isn’t fatal,” and it shows.

After hours, he’s deep into a history podcast, diving into Python, or savoring a good scotch.

Elaine is the steady heartbeat behind JK’s financial flow—balancing billing, office management, and a dozen behind-the-scenes responsibilities to help keep everything running smoothly. She brings a ton of warmth, humor, and “I’m on it!” energy to work each and every day. Whether she’s sorting out an invoicing issue or making a fellow JKer laugh, she does it with the same spark and charm that once got her backstage to meet Frank Zappa.

Off the clock, she’s blasting Aretha, rewatching “Moonstruck,” or chasing her adorable grandkids.

Schatzi brings boundless energy, sharp instincts, and a keen eye for unattended snacks. She’s best known for her strategic garbage raids, her relentless pursuit of crumbs, and her ability to charm anyone into giving her a bite of whatever they’re having.

She’s the furry heartbeat of the agency, reminding everyone to take a break, breathe deep, and hide their lunch.