About Font Squared

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Mission-First Marketing for Cultural Nonprofits.

Font Squared is a mission-aligned arts marketing agency serving cultural nonprofits and arts organizations. We help small teams grow participation through clear messaging, consistent outreach, and practical marketing systems.

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Who We Serve

Cultural nonprofits • Arts organizations and museums • Community-based institutions

If you’re doing meaningful work and need marketing support thatis organized, human, and realistic for your capacity, you’re in the right place.

What We Do

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Newsletters & email marketing (storytelling, segmentation, and steady sends)

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Event promotion & audience growth (campaign planning, listings, and cross-promotion)

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Impact reporting (clear reporting that connects participation to mission)

What Makes Us Different

Mission-First

Strategy that protects your voice.

Systems-Minded

Clear plans, timelines, and repeatable workflows.

Owned-Channel Focused

Email and website growth you control.

Impact-Forward

Reporting that helps funders and boards understand what your work makes possible.

Meet the Team

We’re a small, collaborative team bringing together strategy, storytelling, design, and project managementso your marketing stays consistent without overwhelming your staff.

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    Jean Blackwell Font

    CEO & Co-Founder

    Marketing strategist with 20+ years of experience across the arts, hospitality, and nonprofit sectors. Jean supports mission-driven organizations with audience development, email marketing, event promotion, and funder-ready reporting.

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    Ignacio Font

    CFO & Co-Founder

    Artist and arts educator with decades of experience in South Florida’s cultural community. Ignacio brings a long-term view of creative practice, education, and community engagement.

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    Andrea Rivera

    Creative Operations & Project Management Lead

    Andrea Rivera brings a thoughtful blend of strategy, storytelling, and visual insight to Font Squared’s work. With a background in digital media, journalism, and marketing, she helps keep projects organized, engaging, and creatively strong—from planning through execution.

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    Julissa Layne

    Graphic Designer

    Julissa Layne is an illustrator, photographer, and designer who helps shape visuals that feel thoughtful, expressive, and aligned with each project’s goals. Born in Barbados and raised in Jamaica, she draws inspiration from across the Caribbean and holds a BA in Photography from the Edna Manley School of the Visual and Performing Arts.

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    Linh Nguyen

    Client Success & Communications Lead

    Linh Nguyen supports Font Squared’s client experience with a strong foundation in planning, hospitality, and customer service—helping keep communication and coordination clear, steady, and human. Born in Saigon, Vietnam and based in Maryland, she studies finance at the University of Maryland’s Smith School of Business and graduates with honors in May 2026.

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    Lila Lopez

    Integrated Arts Marketing Specialist

    Lila Lopez supports Font Squared’s event marketing, email list growth, and visual content with a mix of creative vision and analytical thinking—helping projects stay both engaging and organized around clear audience goals. A Nicaragua-born visual artist, she works across painting, illustration, digital art, and animation, and also supports the team as an Eventbrite Certified specialist.

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    Yesenia Tefel

    Content & Event Listings Coordinator

    Yesenia “Yesi” Tefel supports Font Squared’s content development and digital visibility with a bold visual style and a clear, audience-first approach. A Miami native, graphic designer, and muralist, she holds a BFA in Graphic Design from the University of Miami and brings her love of art education into workshops in painting and printmaking.

Font Squared invests in the next generation of creative industry leaders.

Through our contractor program, emerging talent gains hands-on experience in digital marketing, project management, and client relations while contributing to meaningful work in the nonprofit and cultural sectors. Structured training and real client projects help team members build practical skills that support long-term professional growth.