About Gretchen

I'm a creative technologist who thrives where art, innovation, and strategy meet. I have over 15years experience in IT, with a Bachelor’s in Graphic Design, an Associate’s in Photography from Robert Morris University Chicago, and a certificate in Digital Animation and Visual Effects from the D.A.V.E. School, I’ve built a career around blending creativity and tech. I'm also a former certified Apple Genius, trained to solve complex technical challenges with a hands-on, user-first approach.

At Real Chemistry, I manage software licensing across the company, specializing in auditing, streamlining, and cleaning up subscriptions and software licensing, by analyzing usage data. I help our subscriptions run lean, enabling cost savings and empowering the procurement team to make smart, informed decisions about new applications, features, and setups. Beyond licensing, I'm the go-to resource for font legalities, licensing strategy, 3D team support, and troubleshooting creative tools like Adobe products. My experience working professionally with creatives tools gives me an edge for troubleshooting and fixing the tools our creatives use day to day.

I'm passionate about optimizing workflows, solving complex problems, and making technology a true catalyst for creativity.