Meet The Team
Meet The Team
Dania Ahmad
PRESIDENT
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Dania founded Good Word over 10 years ago after working at some of the most respected boutique, design-focused agencies in NYC—representing a veritable Who’s Who of global design brands. With more than 20 years of PR, brand strategy, and social media experience, she has worked with some of the most distinguished and recognized companies in the industry. Dania calls Brooklyn home and is often inspired by its immensely rich and creative culture as well as its superior pizza.
Stacey Tepper
SENIOR DIRECTOR
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Stacey has been in PR – developing press and marketing strategies, connecting the connectors, and conceptualizing and executing large- and small-scale events – for 20 years. Working with companies of all sizes in the design, lifestyle, and architecture arenas, she has elevated clients’ profiles in consumer, trade, and business press while establishing invaluable relationships. She lives in Manhattan and gets lost in Brooklyn constantly.
Kristen Kelly
DIGITAL DIRECTOR
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Kristen began her career in the thick of NYC restaurant operations before moving on to media and PR for a small restaurant group. In 2007 Kristen began building social media platforms as the need for a digital presence became pivotal for businesses, eventually starting a social media consultancy for clients in the lifestyle and hospitality industries before joining Good Word in 2016.
Ashley Guttuso
DIRECTOR
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Ashley’s PR experience began in the nonprofit industry and transitioned to brand-building and social media cultivation for a small design company. Since joining Good Word in 2015, she has dedicated her focus and passion toward all things design. Ashley has both led and supported design clients of all types, from product manufacturers, to experiential design firms and interior designers to architecture firms.
Eva Magaña
LEAD DESIGNER/
CONTENT MANAGER
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Eva Magaña is a Strategic Designer and Content Developer. She’s a creative force who joined the Good Word team a year ago and has extensive experience in design thinking and internal and external communication strategies for advertising companies and brands across genres.
Amanda Carpenter
COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE
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Amanda has a background in marketing and media relations, event planning, brand strategy, and studio art. Working across various industries — including fashion, art and design, hospitality, and consumer products — she has experience creating tailored solutions and campaigns for bespoke studios and household brand names alike. Amanda joined Good Word in 2017, bringing her detailed eye, passion for art and design, and research-based approach to effectively implement strategies for creative-minded brands.