Who We Are

Founded in 1992, BOOM graphic design, inc. has grown into a powerhouse network of design and writing professionals. Our Creative Director, Christine Schmidt, has over 33 years of graphic design experience on projects ranging from logos, branding, magazines, advertisements, postcards to tradeshow displays, packaging and more. This team is passionate about graphic design, writing, advertising, marketing and helping your business or organization to thrive! We look forward to working with you.

Meet the Team

  • Karen Martine

    Karen Martine

    Billing Manager

    Karen has worked 25+ years in Marketing. Her work experience has been diverse, with each position complementing the other. Karen is eternally thankful to work for one of her closest friends and mentors, Christine Schmidt.

    Karen spends nearly all her free time with her adult daughters doing whatever strikes their interest—eating, drinking, shopping, vacationing and so on! The remainder of her attention goes to her loving husband.

    Karen’s Favorites:

    MUSIC ARTIST
    90's rap and 80's country

    TV SHOW
    The Middle & Gilmore Girls

    PLACE
    Home

    HOBBIES
    I am an incredible cook and enjoy preparing ALL meals for my family. I also spend as much time as possible snowmobiling with my husband in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

  • Xavier Silva

    Xavier Silva

    Project Manager

    Graduating with a degree in Health Management from Indiana University Northwest as well as receiving a certificate in project management from Google Coursera, Xavier has honed his skills in managing multiple projects, using several methodologies to complete projects for our clients. Collaborating with colleagues and engaging with clients, he is dedicated to delivering exceptional results while keeping a positive and collaborative environment. "I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success and growth of BOOM Graphic Design, embracing new challenges and opportunities every step of the way."

    Xavier's Favorites:

    MUSIC
    All types of music

    HOBBIES
    Running
    Basketball
    Golf

    TV SHOWS
    Modern Family
    The Office

    SPORTS TEAMS
    Chicago White Sox
    Chicago Bears
    Indiana Hoosiers 

  • Crystal White

    Marketing Specialist | Project Management | Microsoft Trainer

    Crystal has spent more than 20 years in the corporate training world, specializing in Microsoft applications and helping individuals and organizations use technology more efficiently and effectively. She is certified in all major Microsoft applications and brings that same focus on organization and problem-solving to her work with BOOM Graphic Design.

    Through BOOM, Crystal serves as a Marketing Specialist supporting Orlando Health, where project management is a significant part of her day-to-day role. She works directly with service line and facility marketing managers to move projects from initial request through development, review and final delivery, serving as a liaison between clients, creative teams, project managers, vendors and other stakeholders.

    Her work spans print and digital collateral, event and conference materials, presentations and other marketing communications. Crystal also continues to specialize in PowerPoint design and rebranding, creating user-friendly materials that clients can easily maintain and adapt for future use.

    Crystal’s Favorites:

    FOOD
    All things Mexican

    MUSIC ARTIST
    Journey and Adele

    TV SHOW
    The Office

    PLACE
    Any place warm, particularly the beach

    HOBBIES
    DIY projects and hiking