Meet the Principals

Few firms can match the experience emerge principals and its network of resources deliver.

Cory Allen

Art Director & Lead Designer

With over ten years experience, Cory is the founder and head designer at Four Design, a graphic design firm that creates high-impact visual marketing and communication for its clients. Cory has a background in visual communication and a Bachelor of Fine Art degree from the California College of the Arts. His focus is on the design and creation of visual materials for clients in print and online.

Maura Allen

Messaging & Content Guru

With more than 23 years experience in marketing communications, Maura has led Segesta Communications for the past 15+ years providing market strategy, messaging and content to top finance, accounting and law firms, as well as start-up ventures. She holds a BA in Latin from Stanford University. Her expertise is on effective messages and how to deliver them.