Contact Details
Name: Kim Pickett
Tel: 604 738 6448
Email: info@kimbodesign.ca
Website: http://www.kimbodesign.ca
Address: Suite 1251, 409 Granville Street V6C 1T2 Vancouver
KIMBO Design Inc.
66 Clients & Projects 9 Reviews
4.8 Stars | Write Review
KIMBO Design is a full-service design firm specializing in branding and custom website design.
Languages Spoken: English
Employees: 6-10 Established: 2001 Joined: 2008

KIMBO Design is an award-winning design firm located in Vancouver. We provide a host of creative services specializing in branding and custom website design. KIMBO approaches each project dynamically in order to guarantee solid returns on investment for our clients.
Industry Sectors
Media & Communication, Health & Beauty, Professional Services, Not for profit / Charity, Financial & Legal, Public Sector, Retail, Consumer Services, Building & Construction, Entertainment, Other, Tourism & Travel, Food & Drink, Manufacturers & Engineers, RecruitmentTends to work with
Non-profit Organisation, Public Sector, Corporation / Public Company, Small-Medium Enterprise (SME), Private Company, Entrepreneur, StartupGeneral location of clients:
Western CanadaContent Management System:
We focus on custom WordPress CMS integration.Recent Projects
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BC Jobs Plan - My Blueprint Builder
http://www.bcjobsplan.ca/getskills
A skilled workforce is one of the foundations of the BC Jobs Plan. As part of the Skills and Training Plan, the BC Government created this tool to help future and current tradespersons and employers navigate the programs and resources available in BC. Read More -
Access Our Medicine
http://accessourmedicine.com
The Access Our Medicine initiative was developed to raise public awareness and engagement in the global problem of access to medicine. Read More -
Prime Pacific Health Innovations
http://www.primepacifichealth.com/
Prime Pacific Health Innovations was established in 1997 with the mission to be the world leader in the field of professional colon hydrotherapy, providing the industry’s best equipment, supplies, and customer service. Since its inception, Prime Pacific Health Innovations has been raising standard... Read More
Recent Reviews
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Reviewed on 18 Jan, 2011
Developing a brand identity and disseminating it to the world over mixed media is a crucial element to the success of a modern business. KIMBO Design was not only up to the task, they executed brilliantly and exceeded our expecta... Read More
Dudley Mack
— MackLab Design -
Reviewed on 27 Dec, 2010
KIMBO Design did an amazing job on our campaign. We had only a short time before a major Film Festival event launch, but KIMBO Design rose to the occasion and finished a web project that we were told would have taken 3 months to c... Read More
Mike Wilson
— FD Element -
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2010
Kimberley Pickett and her team at Kimbo Design are a creative, professional group that made our web design process a very positive one. From timely communication to focused brand ideas, I felt part of the planning, and was very ... Read More
Don Brown
— Brown Benefits
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Access Our Medicine
The Access Our Medicine initiative was developed to raise public awareness and engagement in the global problem of access to medicine.
Technical specification
Languages: | English |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | SME |
Industry: | Other |
Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
CMS Description: | WordPress |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 5 |
Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL, Responsive Web Design |
Completion date: | April 2014 |
Services provided
Hosting, Development, Design, Mobile application development
BC Jobs Plan - My Blueprint Builder
A skilled workforce is one of the foundations of the BC Jobs Plan. As part of the Skills and Training Plan, the BC Government created this tool to help future and current tradespersons and employers navigate the programs and resources available in BC.
Technical specification
Languages: | English |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | Corporation / Public Company |
Industry: | Recruitment |
Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
CMS Description: | WordPress |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 4 |
Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL |
Completion date: | April 2014 |
Services provided
Development, Design, Mobile application development
Response Advertising
Founded in 1991, Response Advertising is a fully integrated advertising agency that specializes in multicultural communications. Steering marketers through the complex yet exciting multicultural landscape of North America, Response specializes in South Asian, Chinese, Korean, Filipino and Japanese communities. With a truly multicultural team of seasoned professionals possessing world class experience in advertising and marketing, Response Advertising Inc. offers a deep understanding of the multicultural consumer segments in Canada and the way this market works.
Technical specification
Languages: | English |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | SME |
Industry: | Media & Communication |
Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
CMS Description: | WordPress |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 6 |
Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL, Responsive Web Design |
Completion date: | January 2014 |
Services provided
Development, Design, Branding, Mobile application development
NXGEN Canada Payment Services
NXGEN Canada are experts in payment processing. They have the people, processes and technology to help lower your total cost of accepting payments. Their team of global professionals with local expertise can help you uncover opportunities to better manage rates and fees.
Technical specification
Languages: | English |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | SME |
Industry: | Financial & Legal |
Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
CMS Description: | WordPress |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 5 |
Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL, Responsive Web Design |
Completion date: | January 2014 |
Services provided
Hosting, Content and Copy, Development, Design, Social Media, Mobile application development
Prime Pacific Health Innovations
Prime Pacific Health Innovations was established in 1997 with the mission to be the world leader in the field of professional colon hydrotherapy, providing the industry’s best equipment, supplies, and customer service. Since its inception, Prime Pacific Health Innovations has been raising standards by taking the colon hydrotherapy equipment industry lead in innovative, high quality colon hydrotherapy equipment & products and customer care.
Technical specification
Languages: | English, French and many others (provided by Google Translate) |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | Corporation / Public Company |
Industry: | Health & Beauty |
Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
CMS Description: | WordPress |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 8 |
Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL, Responsive Web Design |
Completion date: | January 2014 |
Services provided
Content and Copy, Development, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Design, Social Media, Mobile application development
ICBA: Build Better Business
ICBA offers the best health, dental and retirement programs designed specifically for construction companies in British Columbia. Visit our website to find out how the ICBA can help you build a better business.
Technical specification
Languages: | English |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | Corporation / Public Company |
Industry: | Financial & Legal |
Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
CMS Description: | WordPress |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 5 |
Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL |
Completion date: | October 2013 |
Services provided
Hosting, Development, Design
TopShelf Bartending Services
www.topshelfbartendingservices.ca
Top Shelf Bartending Services provides professional bartending services to ensure your wedding, corporate party, birthday, house party, Christmas party or any other occasion runs smoothly. We have worked in the service industry for a combined 25 years. We are the preferred bartenders of the Soiree Lounge, Vancouver's premiere event planning hub.
Technical specification
Languages: | English |
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Project type: | Basic Content |
Organisation category: | Startup |
Industry: | Food & Drink |
Content managed (CMS): | No |
CMS Description: | N/A |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 5 |
Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, (X)HTML, CSS, Responsive Web Design |
Completion date: | October 2013 |
Services provided
Hosting, Content and Copy, Development, Design, Branding, Social Media, Mobile application development
Work West Kootenay
Work hard. Live easy. WorkWestKootenay will help you discover what job opportunities are waiting for you and your family in the West Kootenay. Visit our website to learn about the incredible opportunities the West Kootenay region has to offer for building a life your family will love.
Technical specification
Languages: | English |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | Public Sector |
Industry: | Tourism & Travel |
Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
CMS Description: | WordPress |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 6 |
Technologies used: | (X)HTML, CSS, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP, Responsive Web Design |
Completion date: | September 2013 |
Services provided
Branding, Content and Copy, Design, Development, Hosting, Mobile application development , Social Media
Inner Excellence - Jim Murphy
Jim Murphy is a mental skills coach who works with world-class athletes and leaders around the world. He is an author, public speaker, and corporate retreat leader.
Technical specification
Languages: | English |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | Entrepreneur |
Industry: | Professional Services |
Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
CMS Description: | WordPress |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 5 |
Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL, Responsive Web Design |
Completion date: | August 2013 |
Services provided
Hosting, Development, Design, Branding, Social Media, Mobile application development
Kane Consulting
Kane Consulting is a team of sustainability consultants specializing in helping to build and operate better, smarter buildings. By utilizing the benefits of location, passive strategies and technology, individual buildings and communities improve their use of natural resources and in turn, reduce their environmental footprint.
Technical specification
Languages: | English |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | Corporation / Public Company |
Industry: | Building & Construction |
Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
CMS Description: | WordPress |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 6 |
Technologies used: | (X)HTML, CSS, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP |
Completion date: | April 2013 |
Services provided
Branding, Design, Development, Mobile application development , Social Media
Average Ratings
Client Reviews

18 January 2011
Reviewed by Dudley Mack
— MackLab Design
Developing a brand identity and disseminating it to the world over mixed media is a crucial element to the success of a modern business. KIMBO Design was not only up to the task, they executed brilliantly and exceeded our expectations. In all aspects and stages of the project, Kim and her staff delivered impeccable customer service and were all at once, the utmost professional. They were able to take the values and vision of MackLab Design and translate them into an effective communications campaign. A key strength of KIMBO Design is their ability to effectively communicate with their customers. We were involved at every stage of the development process and felt at ease with the creative direction. They were able to forge a working relationship and an implementation process that was very organic.
In addition to a flawless process, the results were impressive. We have received numerous compliments on our media presentations, including print materials, logo design, website, and business card. The design team at KIMBO Design should be commended for their keen and outstanding design skill. They were able to capture the essence of our business with their design expertise. As a designer, I understand that any successful design lies in its details. The designers at KIMBO Design also understand this. We were thoroughly impressed with the level of attention to detail. The designs were captivating and thoughtfully executed.
Kimberley Pickett and KIMBO Design are a success story. Kim’s passion, talent, and relentless work ethic have propelled her from a start up to an established and successful award winning design firm. KIMBO Design represents the heart of the Canadian entrepreneurial spirit and should serve as an inspiration for the Canadian business woman. On top of exceptional quality and impeccable service, she is uncompromising in her devotion to environmental principles within in her practice.
We whole heartedly recommend KIMBO Design.

27 December 2010
Reviewed by Mike Wilson
— FD Element
KIMBO Design did an amazing job on our campaign. We had only a short time before a major Film Festival event launch, but KIMBO Design rose to the occasion and finished a web project that we were told would have taken 3 months to complete. They finished it in just 1 month without compromising quality. The flash animations on each section of the site were well-received and still three years later I receive compliments on the animations and the "look and feel" of the website's design.
I would definitely recommend KIMBO Design to anyone looking for a professional, trustworthy web design company. I commend them on their dedication to our project and on their commitment to deadlines and deliverables.
Mike Wilson
Vice President
FD Element
Technical specification
Languages: | N/A |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | Non-profit Organisation |
Industry: | Not for profit / Charity |
Content managed (CMS): | No |
CMS Description: | N/A |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 10 |
Technologies used: | CSS, Flash, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP |
Completion date: | January 2009 |
Services provided
Branding

16 February 2010
Reviewed by Don Brown
— Brown Benefits
Kimberley Pickett and her team at Kimbo Design are a creative, professional group that made
our web design process a very positive one. From timely communication to focused brand ideas,
I felt part of the planning, and was very happy with the outcome. I would highly recommend
Kimbo Design to any business looking to jump start their firms' web presence and branding
needs. Don Brown ,Brown Benefits
Brown Benefits
Brown Benefits help clients implement insurance programs to alleviate life's risk. Whether it is to protect family or Business and staff, their advisors will work with you to find the best solution.
Technical specification
Languages: | English |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | Private Company |
Industry: | Financial & Legal |
Content managed (CMS): | No |
CMS Description: | N/A |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 5 |
Technologies used: | CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, PHP, |
Completion date: | January 2010 |
Services provided

21 January 2010
http://www.pearlboxrealestate.com
Reviewed by Alice Yang
— Pearl Box Real Estate
It was a pleasure working with Kim Pickett and her team at Kimbo design. Why I loved working with Kimbo Design:
- the team at Kimbo Design was very prompt and responsive to providing support
- innovative branding ideas and refreshing designs that speak to our target audience. They went the extra step to differentiate my company with other real estate companies
- follow delivery deadline as promised
- quality and outstanding results
- excellent customer service and relationship maintenance (will provide post-launch support)
- inspiring and 'call to action' messages
I would not think twice to refer Kimbo Design to any business in any industry on any scale!
Pearl Box Real Estate Solutions
Pearl Box Real Estate was established specifically to help clients realize their financial goals, whether through home ownership, investment or sale of real estate.
Technical specification
Languages: | English |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | Private Company |
Industry: | Professional Services |
Content managed (CMS): | No |
CMS Description: | N/A |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 4 |
Technologies used: | CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, PHP, |
Completion date: | September 2009 |
Services provided
Branding, Content and Copy, Development

21 October 2009
http://www.waterfrontpictures.net
Reviewed by David Doerksen
— Waterfront Pictures Inc
Working with the KIMBO Design team was a great experience! It was very easy to communicate my ideas to them and they took these sometimes-abstract ideas and turned them into beautiful visuals. I knew what I wanted
Waterfront Pictures
Waterfront Film Group is an integrated entertainment company, engaged in the production and distribution of feature films, television programming and home entertainment.
Technical specification
Languages: | N/A |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | Private Company |
Industry: | Entertainment |
Content managed (CMS): | No |
CMS Description: | N/A |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 4 |
Technologies used: | CSS, JavaScript, PHP |
Completion date: | August 2009 |
Services provided
Branding, Content and Copy, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Development

4 August 2009
Reviewed by Jacob Krause
— TRG Realty
What kind of relationship did you have with your website designer? Did they communicate well with you?
* communication was good. There was always someone available to talk about the work being done.
Did they take your requests into consideration?
* they did take our requests into consideration.
Did you feel part of the process? Did they keep you informed about what they were doing?
* i have to say i didn't really feel like we were park of the process. They kept us informed and updated on the progress of our project
Did they speak to you in jargon or jargon free?
* they did not speak in jargon. their communication was easily understood.
Were you happy with the final outcome?
* we were happy with the outcome and now have a great website for our company.
Did they do something exceptional which you hadn't anticipated?
* Yes, they spent a lot of extra time at the end of the project to make sure out website was exactly what we requested. The final product was tweaked a number of times to work beyond our expectations.
Vancouver Spaces
Jacob Krause & Mike Rampf with TRG Realty are Vancouver's top Real Estate Agents, specializing in residential sales of houses & condos.
Technical specification
Languages: | English |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | Private Company |
Industry: | Consumer Services |
Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
CMS Description: | N/A |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 6 |
Technologies used: | CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript |
Completion date: | January 2009 |
Services provided
Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Development

8 July 2009
Reviewed by Ryan Miller
— Harling's Jewellers
Our experience with Kimbo was and continues to be very positive. Kim and her crew were professional, explained the process, listened to our ideas and tried to best implement them within the design structure.
They also offered interesting creative ideas and approaches that we would not have been able to come to on our own. Their work was on time and on budget and they continue to offer us services as needed in a timely manner.
The whole process was interesting and fun and we are very proud of the finished product. I would certainly recommend them. If you would like to contact me for more information, please do.
Ryan Miller
Harling's Jewellers
Harling's Jewellers
Harling's Jewellers is a family-owned boutique while becoming recognized as the leader in the jewellery insurance replacement industry.
Technical specification
Languages: | English |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | Private Company |
Industry: | Retail |
Content managed (CMS): | No |
CMS Description: | N/A |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 4 |
Technologies used: | CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript |
Completion date: | August 2008 |
Services provided
Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Development

7 July 2009
Reviewed by Jim
— J-Ren Professional Renovations
What kind of relationship did you have with your website designer? Did they communicate well with you?
-Throughout the whole project I was kept in the loop with design and project progress. I felt the communication with Kimbo Design was more then adequate.
Did they take your requests into consideration?
-Yes, whenever I had a request it was heard out and taken into consideration.
Did they speak to you in jargon or jargon free?
-No, I always felt comfortable and understood any conversations that took place.
Were you happy with the final outcome?
-Yes, I feel that I have a professional brand and website that is also a good representation of my company.
Did they do something exceptional which you hadn't anticipated?
-They went out of their way to make sure the specific goals of my company were being addressed and took the time to understand my clients and what design would be good for them. I am greatly appreciative for this!
Technical specification
Languages: | N/A |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | Private Company |
Industry: | Building & Construction |
Content managed (CMS): | No |
CMS Description: | N/A |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 4 |
Technologies used: | CSS, JavaScript, PHP |
Completion date: | July 2009 |
Services provided
Branding, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Development

7 July 2009
http://www.scottbillings.com/index1.html
Reviewed by Scott Billings
— Scott Billings
Kimbo Design is a great company to work with. The folks at Kimbo Design knew exactly what they were doing. From creating the mockup of my website to the official launch, I was guided by staff at Kimbo Design on every stage of the project.
They were always in touch with me and I never hesitated to contact them when I had a technical question to ask. I don't know much about the web and how websites work, but the folks at Kimbo Design made it easy for me to understand. They were only an email and a phone call away. Talk about good customer service.
During the time that my website was under construction, the little changes and details that I requested were taken care of right away without any problems.
When my website was up for the first time, I was so excited and it was launched on time as well. It was everything that I expected from my website. If I need to update my website, I would simply pick up the phone and call Kimbo Design.
I would recommend Kimbo Design to any company looking for a fresh new website.
Technical specification
Languages: | English |
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Project type: | Content Managed |
Organisation category: | Entrepreneur |
Industry: | Other |
Content managed (CMS): | No |
CMS Description: | N/A |
Online Payment System: | N/A |
Size of project team: | 4 |
Technologies used: | (X)HTML, |
Completion date: | January 2006 |
Services provided
Development

Kim Pickett
Principal/Creative Director
Kim Pickett is the creative principal of KIMBO Design, an award-winning design firm. As a creative director, she’s a conceptual and strategic thinker who is well known for producing effective, innovative campaigns executed with a clean and elegant signature style.
Kim's breakthrough creative direction and targeted marketing expertise guide the development of branding campaigns, visual identities and interactive assets for a wide range of clients such as Benjamin Moore, BluWood Canada, Calligaris, Harling’s Jewellers, and Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson. As a highly respected and responsible leader in the industry, she is committed to sustainable business practices. Her commitment to the community and to future generations comes through in her work as an advisor to design students and educational institutions. Kim is also a mentor for the Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF).
Kim’s passion for extraordinary creative has been recognized by Summit Creative International Awards, The MEA Summit Awards, The Creative Awards, as well as the GDC Blue Sky Conference, FlashinTO, and FlashGoddess.com. She has been interviewed on “Career Moves” a program that highlights exciting entrepreneurs in Canada.
Kim is a Certified Graphic Designer, holding a MGDC designation from The Society of Graphic Designers of Canada (GDC), she also graduated with honors from Canada’s leading Design Program at York University and Sheridan College.
You can connect with Kim Pickett by Twitter @Kim_Pickett and Linkedin Profile linkedin.com/in/kimpickett

Julie Yeem
Graphic Designer
Julie solves complex problems through the art of design. She has a keen eye for visual layout and a great sense for typography. Julie has developed identity and branding systems, promotional materials, environmental graphics, and publication designs for a broad range of clients. Her work at KIMBO focuses on a tangible and virtual space: where online user experience and offline user experience meet.
Julie holds a degree from SFU in Interactive Arts & Technology with a minor in Publishing. She frequently appears online in the social media sphere as a blogger and commentator on brands and identities.

Laura Larson
Account Manager / Copywriter
In her role as Account Manager and Copywriter, Laura is responsible for overseeing the quick turnaround of client projects completed to exceed expectations. She brings a combined passion for advertising and design, along with an affinity for tech. Laura is adept at managing social media for business, and helps clients to successfully navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Laura has dual certificates in Marketing Communications and Public Relations from BCIT. Previously, Laura has worked in media marketing at The Vancouver Sun and The Province, and as a freelance copywriter. In her free time, she is a committed volunteer and lends her enthusiastic expertise to her community centre; local little league; and to Pearl of Africa, an organization dedicated to the expansion of little league baseball in Uganda.

Samantha Bridgehouse
Front End Web Developer
Samantha is a graduate of the Interactive Design Program at Capilano University. She is experienced in web development, visual design, branding, project management, information design and architecture, usability, database design, search engine optimization (SEO), and e-learning. Samantha specializes in front-end web development of WordPress and Drupal powered websites.
She is skilled at working with clients to create custom themes, usable experience for users on all devices, and responsive websites including mobile versions. Additionally, she has considerable experience creating custom HTML email templates, customized Shopify online stores and themes. Her works shines through clean, organized code and careful attention to detail.

Thanh Nguyen
Web Developer
Thanh is a highly motivated and goal orientated web development problem solver. He is experienced with both leading a web design team and collaborating with designers and clients in finding the best solution to project needs. Thanh’s passion for new web development techniques has led him to become a specialist in WordPress customization and other open source applications.
Thanh’s experience as a front-end web designer has provided him with the ability to think critically about information design. This experience coupled with his patient and careful troubleshooting has given him a keen insight into understanding user needs. Through working with designers, Thanh has also developed an intuitive sense of good design concepts making him a valuable member of the KIMBO Design team.




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