As 2017 winds down and we begin looking to 2018, we are eagerly anticipating what they new year will hold – especially given the newest addition to the IAA team. After graduating from the University of Missouri, Jessica Osborn worked in magazine publishing before recently joining our office. As Marketing Coordinator, she will play a critical and far-reaching role, helping IAA to put its best foot forward! Her love of research, writing, and getting to know those around her has made Jessica both an easy, as well as helpful addition to the office. We’re excited to see where 2018 – and she – takes us! Get to know her below:

Where are you from?
J: Born in Overland Park, KS – raised in Arizona

School?
J: University of Missouri

Where were you working before joining IAA?
J: In magazine publishing

Which design trend or style do you most admire?
J: Spanish Colonial

What excites you about the future of architecture and design?
J: History repeating itself – old styles making a comeback!

What inspires you to create?
J: The success of others and seeing their dreams become realities

Any hobbies?
J: Reading, writing, and Bikram Yoga!

What’s your favorite thing to do in Kansas City?
J: Hangout in the Crossroads, finding new restaurants and local shops

Favorites…

Color:
J: Blue

Food:
J: Tex-Mex!

Drink:
J: Diet Coke

Book:
J: The Bell Jar

Band/Musician:
J: Stevie Nicks

Vacation:
J: Southern California

Anything else you’d like to share?
J: I’m so excited to explore a new field (for me) of creative work!