Age: 27 | Height: 5’7″ | Edmonton, AB
A Bachelor of Design graduate from the Alberta College of Art + Design, Daena is the creative director and founder of Frozen Notion Design Inc. – an Edmonton based visual communications and design studio.
As a young business owner, Daena credits other successful entrepreneurs for inspiring her to work hard, stay motivated, think big and take risks. She believes the key to taking hold of your future is to pursue an education and profession you are passionate about.
Early involvement in competitive sports and recreation has made ‘living an active lifestyle’ second nature to Daena. She also enjoys supporting the local arts and music in her community.
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Languages spoken Fluently (please include your native language if English is not your native language).
English.
What would be your “dream job” in life?
Until recently, my “dream job” was to own and operate a business within a profession I am passionate about. Two years into running a visual communications and graphic design business – I am now learning to dream bigger. My new ”dream job” still involves my business, but one that successfully works without me… Allowing me to have more of a hands-on approach to supporting organizations that engage and grow the next generation of young business leaders for the arts and creative industries.
List any interesting or unusual jobs you may have had.
I have had many interesting jobs, but my most “unusual job” would be one that involved re-applying gold-leaf paint onto the intricate lettering of a headstone. It took two full days to complete the task, on site, within a Calgary cemetery.
Where is the most interesting place you have been?
A cave located in the mountains of British Columbia, which can only be accessed by a small raft. Within the cave were ancient Native American burial remains and sacred objects. The locals are dedicated to keeping the specific location of the burial grounds undisclosed to the public.
What is your philosophy of/in life?
Live simply. Love generously. Care Deeply.
