Hello. I’m Tonya and I love people-powered businesses!

If you’ve ever thought, “I wonder could I sell this?—you’re in the right place. GIG is here to help everyday people like you turn your ideas, designs, products, and services into cash. With a simple plan and a few key tools, I want to make the process of creating a business less overwhelming.

From templates for product labels to Instagram-worthy packaging inserts, and online graphics, I’ve got you covered. Let’s create a brand that’s as amazing as what you create—without the stress, the guesswork, or the pricey fees to hire a designer. Ready to get started? Let’s do this!

If you’re daydreaming about quitting, considering early retirement, and looking for a source of extra income – Great Idea Girl is for you!

Here are some highlights from my background:

• Experience | 20+ years working at a Fortune 100 company and it’s customers in Information Technology, Marketing, Customer Experience, and Sales. I have a 360° understanding of what your business needs to be successful. My roles have included project & program manager, business application analyst, learning experience designer, learning developer, e-commerce SME, and marketing advisor are just a few.
• Knowledge | From Agile to Design Thinking to Quality-Driven Management, I’ve worked with the most commonly used frameworks and tools used by the big guys to be successful and I can share this insight with you.
• Entrepreneur | 10+ years working with creative entrepreneurs. 15+ years of developing ideas into businesses and launching consumer goods brands across a variety of industries from apparel & accessories to personal care. I understand the good, the bad, and even the ugly and can help you avoid it.
• Pricing & Costing Expert | Not having a thorough understanding of all the costs of running your business is a major red flag. I can help you know your numbers and develop a strategy that will ensure you meet your financial objectives.  
• Industry Insight | Specialized insight in key industries – online and Brick+Mortar Retail, Consumer Goods & Personal Care,  Cottage Foods, Fashion & Apparel Manufacturing, Real Estate & Home Construction
• Creative & Analytical Thinker | The best of both worlds, I approach things using both sides of my brain.  20+ years as a Graphic & Web Designer
• MBA in Marketing + BBA in Information Systems | Yeah I have degrees but 99% of the stuff I know I DID NOT learn from school. #BigOleFacts