Our Team - Angel Oak Creative

MAX

Team Mascot

Max is a Yorkshire Terrier with the heart of a Doberman in just a 7-pound body. A true connoisseur of the good life, Max enjoys lounging in comfort in his sherpa blanket, and never says no to a crunchy baby carrot. Whether he’s surveying his kingdom from the couch or soaking in the sun, Max is all about “max”imizing his level of comfort and relaxation.

Max zoomied over the rainbow to heaven in 2025, after 9 years of faithful friendship to David and Lisa.

SPIRIT

Team Mascot

Meet Spirit—Minnesota native turned Southern gentleman. He’s the proud big brother to three wildly wonderful boys, and he’s never met a stranger. He’s got a heart of gold and lives every day for tennis balls, ocean waves and bedtime cuddles (okay… and treats).

With more than a decade of agency experience (70+ in dog years), Spirit has become quite the expert in all things marketing and company morale. He’s our gentle giant, bringing love and joy with him wherever he goes. And he’s the full embodiment of the heart behind Angel Oak Creative with his unwavering loyalty, passion and care for others.

HAZEL

Team Mascot

When I was just a little puppy I was lost on the side of the road when my mommy’s friend rescued me. Her friend loved me very much, and Lauren was always at my house visiting and helping take care of me. When I was four Lauren became my forever mommy and we’ve been together through thick and thin. I love visiting her family members, especially during holidays, because they drop lots of food scraps off the table for me and buy me so many toys. I get to go to all kinds of places with my mommy like her friends’ houses, breweries, restaurants, parks, and the beach – my personal favorite!

Hazel zoomied over the rainbow to heaven on January 1, 2025, after 14.5 years of faithful friendship to Lauren.

PRETZEL

Team Mascot

Technically, I was born in West Virginia, but North Carolina has been my home since my mommy – Caitlin – claimed me as her own. Which means I get free range of the Angel Oak Creative offices whenever I want. Thankfully, I always have someone to play with during the day when she gets busy. I’m not a huge fan of long meetings, but I’ll usually pop my head in and say hi at the beginning to be sociable. I do love a good meet and greet, with scones from Yellow Dog Bakery.

Pretzel zoomied over the rainbow to heaven on March 2, 2025 after 13.5 years of faithful friendship to Caitlin and service to Angel Oak Creative.

JEFF HALL

Web Development Consultant

I was born and raised in small-town North Carolina to a family of farmers, but that doesn’t make me a Tar Heel. I’m a proud graduate of NC State, and my Wolfpack pride runs deep. Though, nothing in this life matters more to me than God and my family. At my core, I’m a problem solver. I enjoy the challenge of developing beautiful websites and hope to make designing our client’s websites a simple, rewarding experience.

ALEX SCHWINDT

Media Consultant

As a documentary filmmaker, writer and creative director, I love telling great stories and helping people and organizations express their own stories well. Over the past 20 years, I have had the chance to work as a creative director in places like San Francisco, Chicago, Kansas City and Miami. Five years ago, my wife, Lori, and I had the good fortune of making the Triangle our home — and we absolutely love it here!

KRISTIN BRADFORD

Graphic Designer

A North Carolina native, I moved to Raleigh in 2014 to join the NC State Wolfpack. After earning my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Communication Media, I spent three years as a graphic designer and art director at a local tech startup. In 2025, I joined Angel Oak as a design contractor and officially became part of the team three months later! I’m incredibly grateful to work in a space where I can pursue my passion for design while making a positive impact in the community. When I’m not pushing pixels, you can find me battling new recipes in the kitchen, getting lost in sappy novels, or exploring new places with family and friends

Jordan facing sideways with crossed arms

JORDAN ELMORE

Graphic Designer

I’m originally a New Yorker now calling Raleigh home! I graduated from High Point University with a degree in religion and, after being introduced to graphic design while living and working in Ecuador, received a second degree from the Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham in Graphic and Web Design in 2018. I’m passionate about storytelling and serving people who are helping others and transforming their communities. In my free time, I enjoy reading, traveling, playing basketball, working out and hanging out with my rescue cat, Malachi!

LOGAN SHEETZ

Client Success Executive

I’m a native of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, a certified coffee snob and lover of all things communication. After receiving both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Communication Studies and assistant teaching various Communication courses at the collegiate level, I adventured into nonprofit life. My work experience captures a wide range of ministry-related and programmatic roles all centered on serving others. Working with this team of Angels perfectly enmeshes my work experience, vocational passions and continued desire to do good work alongside those committed to serving others. In my free time, you can find me sipping a black coffee with my nose in a book at the NCMA.

ALE SALAS

Client Success Executive

I was born and raised in a small town outside of Charlotte, North Carolina with roots in Costa Rica. During my final semester at UNC, I had the opportunity to intern with the Angels, which confirmed my passion for purpose-driven work. I graduated with a degree in Education and a minor in Advertising and Public Relations, and am passionate about combining the heart of nonprofits with the art of storytelling. Outside of work, you can find me spending quality time with friends, crafting, or treating myself to a scoop (or two) of Jeni’s Ice Cream!

Holly holding a blue pennant that says Hark the Sound and a blue and white button that says Beat Dook

HOLLY HOWELL

Senior Client Success Executive

I joined the angels in 2021 as an intern and the rest has been a dream come true! Four years later, I’m full of gratitude to still be championing the stories of people doing meaningful work and the lives they impact. With passions for education and ministry, nonprofit marketing is where it’s at!

I graduated from the Hussman School of Journalism at UNC Chapel Hill and recently married my college sweetheart. Outside the office, you can find me challenging his alma mater in the greatest rivalry in sports, reading on my back porch or trying out a new recipe on the grill!

Hannah saying I Love You in sign language

HANNAH JESSEN CONWAY

Client Success Consultant

I’m a Carolina girl through and through. After graduating from UNC, I did the nonprofit thing for a while in both La Paz, Bolivia and Washington, DC before joining an agency in Raleigh. Little did I know someday I’d get to do marketing and nonprofit work together! At Angel Oak, nothing gets me jazzed up more than a good campaign strategy and compelling stories shared on relevant and meaningful channels. I’m also a proud teacher’s wife, rescue-pup mom, world traveler, bookworm and crazy Tar Heel fanatic.

EMILY WHITE

Senior Art Director

Born and raised in Tennessee, in 2022 I transitioned to calling Raleigh my home! For 10+ years I’ve been invested in nonprofit organizations and have developed a deep love for the work they accomplish in their communities. With a diverse background of both studies and work in Psychology, Strategic Communications and Marketing, Angel Oak seamlessly ties together my love of nonprofits with my love of creating. In my free time, you can find me reading a good book, making something new, searching for the best restaurants and playing outside!

Lauren holding a red pennant reading NC State Wolfpack

LAUREN WILLIAMS

Director of Client Services

I was born and raised in Virginia, but I made Raleigh home after attending NC State – Go Pack! Like many in the nonprofit world, I accidentally fell into development work and immediately realized this is what I was made for! I love getting granular with data, creating annual plans and developing strategic campaigns for missions that matter. When I’m not dreaming about nonprofits, you can find me with friends spending time at the beach, seeing live music or eating delicious food!

David pointing at his t-shirt that says Team Nonprofit

DAVID CHATHAM

Director of Business Development
Senior Client Success Strategist

I’ve been working in the PR and marketing world for 30 years, spending time at a number of large firms. But none of these experiences match the joy of serving those who serve others. I look at our work here at Angel Oak as an opportunity to honor the skills God has blessed us with by tackling the tough jobs for organizations that have audacious missions, humble budgets and limited manpower.

DAPHNE THOMPSON

Director of Business Success
Co-Founder

I’m the Twin Angel. I’ve been with Angel Oak Creative since the very beginning and it’s been my joy to witness its continued growth for the Kingdom. I’m blessed to love the work I do and privileged to journey alongside our incredible nonprofit community. My life story in a nutshell: NCSU grad, married to my third-grade sweetheart, mommy to three precious boys and puppy named Spirit, lover of Jesus and passionate about people, purpose, family, faith and the outdoors (especially the beach)!

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CAITLIN CLINARD ELLIOTT

Chief Success Officer
Co-Founder

People matter. So let me give my team all the credit. Because they deserve it and I’m nothing without them. I spent the first five years of my career searching for a vocation. From corporate PR and agency work to franchising restaurants and mission work overseas, something was still missing. Then I stumbled upon the nonprofit sector and the rest is history. Angel Oak Creative was born. And I give all the glory to God for helping me find my calling.

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