ABOUT US
Our Story
Established in 2016 by founders Michael Palma and Carissa Stein, both originally from Bayside, Queens, Evergrow Creative is a dynamic company. Our services encompass branding, website development, customer relationship management software, marketing, and business strategy. At the core of their mission is the relentless commitment to supporting businesses, regardless of size, in achieving growth and success.
Our Purpose
At Evergrow Creative, our approach is tailored to each client's distinct needs, ensuring superior service. We deeply invest time in understanding your vision, which includes strategic brainstorming and competitive analysis, driving passion and dedication in every project.
Our Mission
Our rich experience encompasses working with prominent clients such as Hess, Netflix, Proactiv, Revlon, Roadway Movers, and Natures Eats. Our projects span a spectrum of tasks including and strategizing in both design and business management workflow. We transpose this high-level thinking to startups, small and local businesses, on a mission to generate leads, interest and long lasting success.
THE DREAM TEAM
Michael John Palma
WEBSITE DESIGNER
Carissa Hope Stein
BRAND SPECIALIST
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Website Creation
Disability Compliance
Business Management
Business Strategy
Logo Creation
Product Photo Shoots
Custom Videos
Social Media Content
Digital Ad Campaigns
Bulk Photo Editing
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Michael is the Founder and CEO of Evergrow LLC, as well as Blu Wave’s Co-Founder and super cool Account Director. With more than 10 years of agency experience, Michael brings big brand management and marketing experience. Not to mention working with local businesses on project management and community outreach.
Having managed multiple businesses at a time, profit and growth are a specialty of his. He has worked with clients such as Revlon, Hess, Proactiv and American Kiosk Management. He also has worked alongside production companies, photographers, illustrators and designers on marketing.
In his spare time, you can find Michael cheering on his favorite hockey team, the NY Rangers, and rocking out to his favorite bands.
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Branding
Hand Lettering
Marketing Materials
Editorial Design
Packaging Design
Social Media Content Creation
Ad Campaigns (Digital & Print)
Photo Editing/Retouching
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Carissa is the co Founder of Evergrow LLC and the Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Blu Wave. An optimist and self-proclaimed punk rock expert, she brings her knowledge and passion of all things branding and typography to the next level.
Carissa holds a B.F.A. in Graphic Design from NYIT. She has worked at several NYC agencies and spent many years under the wings of celebrated branding + meme-expert, Adam Padilla (@adam.the.creator).
She has been featured in Buzzfeed and CNBC’s The Profit. And, has had the opportunity to work first hand with clients such as JOAH, Nature’s Eats, RUN DMC, Evander Holyfield and Roadway Moving.
Outside of the professional world, you can catch Carissa with her two pups — always on the hunt for new places to brunch, be and explore.
Johnny Gonzalez
NETWORK SPECIALIST
Jay Fernandez
SEO & MARKETING
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Veteran Business Growth
Business Consultation
Leadership/Development
Upsell Training
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With a Bachelor's in Health Care Administration, a Master's in Public Administration, and seven years of active duty service in the Navy, Johnny brings a strong educational foundation and leadership skills. With an additional seven years of civil service federal experience, coupled with his role as an investor and business owner, Johnny is well-equipped to tackle challenges and contribute positively to clients and partners. Johnny’s guidance on the digital door knock method has propelled several businesses, including his own to capture and convert leads with a simple, yet effective approach.
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SEO Expert
Marketing Specialist
Hologram Expert
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Jay has built 3-D holographic projections for several Fortune 500 companies, high level medical field personnel and many oil and gas companies.
After building several award winning companies, Jay wants to give you the knowledge he's picked up over the last 15 years. Focusing on local business to enhance their SEO and Marketing strategies.