Our Team
Our work encompasses graphics and identity, strategy and positioning, products and packaging, exhibitions and installations, websites and digital experiences, advertising and communications, data visualizations, sound and motion.
Raymond Mah, Principal / Creative Director
The founder of Leap Creative Group, Ray Mah's roots steeped in the broadcast world, has given any project an interesting perspective. His philosophy is simple, "Brands are like stories; now let's tell the best narrative with integrity and authenticity that will sincerely connect with your audience."
For over forty-three years working on strategic branding, broadcast, and communication design for the health, corporate and entertainment sectors has allowed Mah to initiate crossover innovations from one industry to the next. A major plus for any brand project. A Vancouver native, Mah studied at the Vancouver School of Art (now Emily Carr University). At the 75th anniversary of the university, Mah was honoured for his outstanding contribution to Vancouver's arts and design community with the prestigious Emily award.
Gavin Chow, Art Director
Gavin Chow is Art Director at Leap Creative Group. He obtained his Bachelor of Design at the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design. Chow has been on the judging panel for the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC/BC) Gold Quill Awards, a lecturer at Langara College and is also a member of the Society of Graphic Designers of Canada (GDC).
Luyen Dao, Digital Director
Luyen Dao combines almost 20 years of web development experience in leadership and production roles executing award-winning web experiences for companies such as WHO, Molson, DIALOG, and the CBC. His technical expertise extends across a full-stack spectrum from IT, User Experience, to Search Engine Optimization enabling him to produce successful outcomes from start to finish.
Philip Wong, Senior Designer & Developer
Philip Wong is a graduate of Simon Fraser University and has been a valued member of the Leap Creative Group team for more than 20 years. Philip’s understanding in the world of web applications, virtual environments, websites and web-based animation development has proven invaluable.
Trevor Carroll, Producer – Indigenous Film / TV Production
Our studio production manager, Trevor Carroll supervises all aspects of our Leap Creative film/video production including personnel, technology, budget, and scheduling. Trevor’s in-depth background in casting, acting and film production has given him the experience to ensure any projects stays on schedule and within its budget. He is currently leading a First Nations film student program initiative at Leap Creative.
Nathalie Viau, Project Manager
Nathalie is our seasoned project manager actively involved in the planning of all our branding projects. Nathalie, for the past six years, has been actively engaged in developing and refining our internal project management system. From accurate estimates and budgets to monitoring project progress, the focus is on client satisfaction and transparency.