OUR TEAM
JAMI BRIGGS
Product Development
A Fashion Institute of Technology Alum, Jami began her 20-year career in product development for several major retail brands. Her fashion industry experience has given her an extensive education on fit, fabric, and quality, as well as a unique understanding of the natural and human resources involved in apparel production. As one of the founding members of Gem City apron Jami’s goal is to develop the product in a responsible way.
ISABELLA GEBHARDT
Marketing
Born and raised in Germany, Isabella came to the United States in 2017 by way of Switzerland. She has had an illustrious career in marketing. First at iGuzzini, an architectural and street lighting company and then had a 5 year stint at BMW. Sustainability has always been important to Isabella both personally and professionally. At iGuzzini they equipped the first Swiss city with LED street lighting - which not only lasts longer but also cuts back on light pollution and bird irritation. During her time at BMW she managed the advertising campaign for the i3 - the first-ever electric car built by BMW. Isabella speaks five languages and loves to explore different cultures through travel.
MARSHA KELLEY
Customization
Marsha is a Clemsen University Nursing School graduate. She is still an R.N. but also founded Image Mark It 22 years ago. The company specializes in branding through imprinting on clothing and other promotional products. Some of her customers include Marriott, Ryan Homes, Dave & Busters, along with various small businesses and schools in Southwestern, Ohio. Marsha is a very active member in the Springboro community and serves on several boards including; The Springboro Chamber of Commerce, Springboro Athletic Boosters and the Springboro Arts Council. She has five children and five grandchildren. Marsha spends most of her free time traveling the world.
KRISTEN GOLDING
Sales
A Fashion Institute of Technology alum, Kristen has been living in New York City for 19 years. For the last 15 years, she has worked at some of the world’s most recognizable media brands including Fast Company, Food Network Magazine, Martha Stewart and Reuters. Cooking and trying local restaurants has always been a passion for Kristen. She also loves to give a good restaurant recommendation. Her mission at Gem City Apron is to inspire service-oriented establishments to extend their locally-sourced, sustainable food initiatives into their workwear attire.
OUR PARTNERS
Sew Valley is a 501(c)3 based in Cincinnati's West End. They provide the growing design community with resources and space to build and grow their brands via access to production services, education, and physical workspace.