Grant Appelgren
About Grant Appelgren
Grant Appelgren is a graphic designer with a background in financial analysis. He has worked at notable companies such as Apple and Grove Collaborative, and currently creates visual assets for non-profit and social enterprise projects at Catchafire.
Work at Catchafire
Grant Appelgren has been employed at Catchafire as a Graphic Designer since 2022. In this role, he focuses on creating visual assets that enhance brand identity and messaging, particularly for non-profit and social enterprise projects. His work involves combining design principles with a strong understanding of client needs to produce effective communication materials.
Previous Experience at Apple
Prior to his current role, Grant Appelgren worked at Apple from 2015 to 2019 as a Senior Financial Analyst in Retail Real Estate & Development, Direct Sourcing, and Special Projects. His tenure at Apple lasted four years and took place in Cupertino, California. This position allowed him to develop a strong foundation in financial analysis and strategic project management.
Experience at Grove Collaborative
In 2020, Grant Appelgren served as a Financial Analyst in Strategic Finance at Grove Collaborative for 11 months. This role was based in San Francisco, California, where he applied his analytical skills to support the company's financial strategies and initiatives.
Educational Background
Grant Appelgren studied at the University of California San Diego, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. He also attended Foothill College, achieving an Associate of Arts in Graphic & Interactive Design and a Transfer Program Certification in Economics. His educational background supports his expertise in both design and financial analysis.
Skills and Specializations
Grant Appelgren specializes in creating visual assets that enhance brand identity and messaging. He possesses a diverse skill set that includes UX design, focusing on enjoyable user experiences. His ability to combine data analysis with design enables him to produce strategic, data-backed visual communications. Additionally, he engages in customer experience management by liaising with clients through empathy and transparency.