About Paul Montie
 

Paul takes a hybrid approach to design, combining the aesthetic and creative drive of an artist and the technical abilities, understanding and curiosity of an engineer. His branding, print and web projects have been featured in numerous design annuals and design retrospectives, and he’s earned awards from HOW Magazine, The New York Type Directors’ Club, The New England Book Builders, American Corporate Identity, AIGA, Print Magazine, the American Economic Development Council, the American Center for Design, Donside Paper and others. Over twenty examples of the studio’s work are currently in the permanent collection of the Cooper Hewitt/Smithsonian National Museum of Design.

Paul began his design career in 1988. He worked for Signa Design (Ann Arbor, MI) before co-founding Visual Dialogue (Boston, MA). In 1990, he and Carolyn Montie established Fahrenheit Design, now Paul Montie Design. Clients include various MIT offices, Harvard Business School, Harvard College, Reebok, JFK Library and Museum, 128 Technology, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, Milton Academy, the Broad Institute and many others.

He received his B.A. in Fine Arts and B.S. in Engineering from the University of Michigan. He has mentored many young designers over the years and taught at Massachusetts College of Art, The School of the Museum of Fine Arts/Boston, and Art Institute of Boston. His affiliations include the American Institute of Graphic Arts where he served on the national board of directors.

About Carolyn Montie
 

Carolyn is a seasoned writer, designer, and project manager who thrives at the intersection of education and design. With a sharp eye for detail and a deep appreciation for aligning mission, messaging, and markets, she excels at translating research and complex ideas into accessible and compelling narratives across print, web, and branding projects. Her work is recognized in the permanent collection of the Cooper Hewitt/Smithsonian National Museum of Design and has been featured in HOW Magazine.

Carolyn’s diverse experience spans roles with Boston Public Schools, Interlochen Arts Academy, Houghton Mifflin Corporation, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, the School of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston, the Yehudi Menuhin Foundation, State Street Research and Management Company, the National Park Service, among others. Since 1990, she has been a key thought partner and creative collaborator with Paul Montie, contributing her expertise to numerous projects within their studio.

Carolyn holds a BA from the University of Michigan and an MEd from Harvard University. She also attended the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for High Impact Philanthropy Academy and brings 30 years of experience in the publishing, academic, and nonprofit sectors.