John Philip Coghlan
Vice Chairman
The Charles Schwab Corporation

've known Mimi since 1982, when I selected her to help me run marketing and design in my business, The San Francisco Gocery Express ("Webvan before the Internet").

xxxxMimi was and is an unusual artist, versatile across many media and highly responsible in any task she undertakes. Whether in design or in the broader elements of marketing, her thinking encompasses the unconventional to uncover innovative solutions.

xxxxIn terms of her relationships, she is a delight to work with -- a team player who educes the best from those with whom she works.

xxxxI have always appreciated her intellect, creativity, and that wonderful slightly bent and sardonic smile. There is an impishness that delights."

know her to be an excedingly clearheaded person -- a gifted, creative intellectual -- who has consistently met challenges in life with spectacular energy, wit and patience.

I was Mimi's colleague at Moorhead Marketing in 1981, and can atttest to her ability to focus and see a job through to perfection. Her expertise in the application of color was especially valued by the agency. She took every artistic decision seriously, and worked until her standards were met.

...she is a wonderful mentor to young designers."

Jinny Pearce-Heise
MFA Candidate
San Francisco Art Institute

taught Design Basics with Mimi at Ex'pression Center.... it was such a joy to teach with her.

xxxxMimi puts forward an epic vision in her class plans, and nails each and every detail.

xxxxShe is propelled by excitement and curiosity to see an idea realized in her students' work.

xxxx...Students have in Mimi a well of valuable professional experience and insight, visual and cultural sophistication, compassion, and a sterling example of discipline."