The founder at the center of the ecosystem

Emily Burke

Managing Director

As the Managing Director, Emily brings with her a passion for building strong client relationships through her ability to empathize and form trustworthy connections with nearly anyone, anytime, any day of the week. This superpower is rivaled by her commitment to producing content that promises to be engaging, creative, and unique to your brand. Receiving a Bachelor of Arts from St. Edward’s University, her background in the Performing Arts has led her to succeed in business by thinking creatively, working well under pressure, leading with emotional intelligence, and communicating effectively. She is excited to be part of a team dedicated to highlighting and elevating unique stories from the most influential thought leaders of today by offering intuitive personal branding with next-level client services.

Irene Bautista

Senior Art Director

Irene has over 15 years experience in web / graphic design and development. While she has worked with clients in a variety of industries she has developed a niche in real estate. She’s worked with agents with Corcoran Global Living, Realty One, Keller Williams, Tarbell and worked directly with one of the largest brokerages in Southern California. She considers herself to be a ‘designer who codes’, meaning that her first love is all things graphic design, but she enjoys the challenge of making her designs fully functional.

Kate McGarrigle

Director of Communications & Creative Strategy

Director of Communications and Creative Strategy, Kate McGarrigle has spent 20 years in film production, developing a proclivity for creative collaboration and a knack for storytelling as a result. She’s proud to bring her skillset and self-professed perfectionistic tendencies to every project she gets to take on for Henry Street’s wonderful clients. She holds a BFA from NYU/Tisch in conjunction with The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA).

Breanna Hanson

Design Manager

Breanna is a web developer and graphic designer based in Chicago, IL. She had the pleasure of attending Carthage College in Kenosha, WI, which has prepared her well for a career in design. With over five years of experience, Breanna’s had the opportunity to work within in-house agencies and Fortune 500 companies in marketing, advertisement, finance, and real estate, to name a few. With an eye for creativity and a love for collaboration, her work is known for thoughtfulness and a modern aesthetic.

Jules Kun

Senior Brand Strategist

Jules Kun is a leader in the personal branding space with over 12 years of experience. She has inspired and strategically led hundreds of brands globally, producing creative viral content, award-winning campaigns, and record-breaking results.

No matter the industry, Jules Kun collaborates with top game changers. She began her journey in social media through her passion for food and connecting with chefs in NYC, becoming an influencer before it was popular. Recognizing the power of social media as a business tool, she started social media marketing at Bullfrog & Baum, working with clients such as the New York City Wine & Food Festival, Four Seasons, and Wolfgang Puck. At The Shark Group, a branding agency owned by ABC’s Shark Tank star Daymond John, she spearheaded the growth of a social media division and mentored team members. She also helped launch two New York Times Best Selling books (The Power of Broke and Rise & Grind), gained national recognition in Vogue, and worked with top brands and celebrities, including Bombas, PayPal, Capital One, Shopify, and Arby’s.

As the founder of Brand You, Jules ignites branding and social media for clients worldwide. She also provides hands-on training to top real estate agents and brokers through SERHANT’s Sell It program and works alongside Tyler Mount, coaching clients with his proprietary EMPIRE method. Additional clients include The Game HERs, Loftie, Sell Better/JB Sales, David Novak (former CEO of Yum Brands), and Lead4Change.

Raised in Northern Virginia, Jules Kun studied at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts (LAMDA) and graduated from Boston University (BFA). She now lives in New York City, where she pursues her love of theater and the arts in her spare time.

Jennifer Paredes

Social Strategist

With over 7 years of social media experience, Jennifer has built engaging digital presences for brands across beauty, pet hospitality, interior design, and early education. She has led social strategy and content development for companies like Biossance, Parachute Home, and Little Passports, driving audience growth, brand consistency and creative, high-performing content tailored to each channel. From reels to reporting, her expertise lies in translating brand values into scroll-stopping content and measurable results.

Katherine Tang

Digital Media Strategist

Katherine is a digital media strategist with over 11 years of experience in omnichannel performance marketing, specializing in paid social for the last 6+ years. She has driven measurable success for brands like Capcom, New York Botanical Garden, and Zoro US, leading paid media strategies that improved efficiency, engagement, and ROI. Katherine’s ability to combine strategic vision with analytical expertise makes her a seasoned media mercenary for brands looking to scale and optimize their digital presence.

Graham Schmidt

Social Strategist

Graham Schmidt is a Brooklyn-based storyteller, strategist, performance coach, and director for stage and screen. Originally from Houston, Graham studied dramatic literature and directing at the University of Texas at Austin. His work has been seen off-Broadway, regionally, and at prestigious festivals around the country. A veteran performance instructor, Graham has guided students at every level: Elementary, middle, and high school, university acting conservatories, and some of the world’s premiere performance training programs. As the Social Strategist & On-Camera Coach at Henry Street Creative, Graham is excited to lend his expertise to help clients achieve their social content goals through thoughtful strategy and engaging on-camera coaching.

Amy Sapp

Social Media Strategist

From New York to Nashville, Amy Sapp has managed social media and PR for clients throughout the entertainment industry for over eight years. Her portfolio runs the gamut, from NBCUniversal and Pixar Putt to The Tony Awards. Outside of digital media, Amy programmed Late Night concerts at 54 Below in NYC for six years and now programs concerts at the historic Franklin Theatre in Franklin, Tennessee, during which time the venue has been nominated for its first Academy of Country Music (ACM) Award for Theater of the Year (2024). Amy was profiled in Forbes at 22 years-old for booking and producing. @amyesapp

Mack Shirilla

Visual Designer

With over a decade of experience, Mack has helped countless businesses, universities, and nonprofits across the globe discover their visual identity. Specializing in graphic design, video production, and web development, combined with a lifetime of performing on stage as an actor, Mack has prided himself on his ability to listen and deliver one-of-a-kind, digital storytelling experiences. He strives to make working with websites enjoyable for his clients while bringing the “Wow” factor that keeps their audience captivated and coming back for more.

Hannah Vine

Visual Designer

With over 10 years of experience, Hannah is a graphic designer specializing in digital and print design, working across multiple industries from high-profile tech companies, international non-profits, and live events and experiences. She is committed to delivering impactful design solutions, collaborating with clients to transform the ordinary into captivating designs that leave a lasting impression.

PJ Dexter

Visual Designer

Originally From England, with over 20 years experience, PJ Dexter specializes in visually compelling creative work, spanning graphic design, logo and brand identity, complex image composite work, photography and video production. Known for his strong collaborative skills, obsession with all things technical and keen attention to detail, he has worked with leading brands such as Nike (conceptual renderings), Johnson & Johnson, Wimbledon Tennis, and Barclays Bank as well as illustrative flag designs for UK Royalty. Dexter has a proven ability to deliver high-quality, innovative designs across print and digital platforms, ensuring alignment with client objectives while enhancing brand identity and visual impact.