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.

  • Lynn Ringis

    Director of Operations

    A native of Oakwood, Illinois, Lynn has extensive experience in program and project management in both the corporate and non-profit arenas. Lynn studied writing and journalism at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and Indiana University. She also holds certificates in Nonprofit Executive Leadership from the University of Notre Dame's Mendoza College of Business and the Indiana University Executive Education at The School of Public and Environmental Affairs and The Fund Raising School and the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. Lynn is also a certified DISC Personality Profile trainer and Enneagram trainer. She enjoys doing training classes for corporate leadership groups.

    When not working, Lynn and her husband, Randy enjoy traveling and visiting their seven children and many grandchildren.

    Lynn’s Favorites:

    FOOD
    Cheesecake. Unless wine is a food....then wine.

    MUSIC ARTIST
    Boston and Aerosmith

    TV SHOW
    Ozark

    PLACE
    Oregon. (it has beaches AND mountains!!)

    HOBBIES
    Traveling. Cooking. Wine.

  • 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

    Presentation Specialist/Trainer

    Crystal has been in the corporate and training world for the past 20+ years. Her specialties include all things Microsoft as she is certified in all the major applications. For BOOM, Crystal spends most of her time rebranding and redesigning PowerPoint presentations as well as thinking of the most efficient way to design collateral that empowers the client for their future use. Crystal also enjoys training individuals and groups on the most efficient and effective use of their computer applications.

    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