Stephanie Audette Connor is a graphic designer specializing in building strong, consistent brand identities. Her colorful, original designs have helped small businesses across Worcester County successfully launch, evolve, and grow. She guides her clients through a thorough step-by-step process that is driven by understanding. This approach allows her to deliver thoughtful designs and expert guidance. Stephanie has been featured in Boston Voyager & Quotable Magazine and has offered workshops through the Small Business Development Center at Clark University and the Center for Women & Enterprise. She is currently starting a nonprofit called Homebirth for All. Homebirth for All is a nonprofit offering financial support to birthing parents in Massachusetts who want a homebirth but cannot afford to have one. By defraying or eliminating the cost, we give more birthing parents freedom of choice and help them experience the benefits of respectful prenatal, birth, and postpartum care.
Q: Please tell us about your current career and what you love most about what you do?
Currently I’ve been working with some wonderful Worcester startups giving their branding and website a professional upgrade. Since forging my own path, I’ve had the chance to build relationships with the masterminds behind incredible local businesses— from salons to fitness studios to restaurants and more. When I see my clients opening up new locations, winning awards, and getting bigger and better by the moment, I can’t help but feel proud. Proud to be doing what I do, and proud to be a part of the energized community in Worcester County.
Q: What is your favorite restaurant in Worcester, and what is your favorite dish?
The Vegan Nest! Spinach And Artichoke Panini
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
Sweden! I’ve always wanted to learn more about my ancestors – plus Sweden is very focused on sustainability and family.
Q: What is your go to band when you can’t decide what to listen to?
Macklemore
Q: What is your best advice?
Just get started!
Q: What is one of the top three items on your Bucket List?
Spend a whole weekend at a spa.
Q: What current/former local business makes you the most nostalgic about Worcester?
Coney Island Hot Dogs
Q: Choosing anyone alive and a non-relative with whom would you love to have lunch? Why?
My grandmother – I never had a chance to meet her and she passed a handful of months before I was born. I would have loved to hear more about her life.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Working part time for Homebirth for All
Q: What is something interesting that most people don’t know about you, even your friends or family.
I got my boat license when I was 14!
Q: What 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Cozy, Family, Love
Q: If a motion picture was made of your life, what actor/actress would you choose to play you?
Jennifer Lawrence
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about Worcester?
I’ve always been attracted to the architecture of Union Station – it’s just so beautiful!
Q: What is your favorite smell?
Lilacs
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My 2 year old son – I’m always trying to be the best person for him!
