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Gemma Adelman is a marketing and branding strategist with over five years of experience in the non-profit and private sectors. She specializes in helping early-stage startups committed to creating social impact and positive change. Her expertise lies in creating robust brand identities and enhancing brand presence across multiple digital platforms.
Gemma has a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies and a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science, which led to her appreciation for the role of development in empowering women and promoting social change. She carries this passion for social impact into her professional life, using her branding and marketing expertise to help organizations that share her values. Gemma has worked and lived across the world, including countries such as the U.S., Australia, Argentina, Italy, and India.
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