Dharma Pachner

Dharma Pachner is a creative individual with a passion for exploring new ideas and creating innovative experiences. With a dynamic career spanning over 20 years, Dharma has held various roles from pre-press technician to Founder and Creative Director at Contrast & Co., a boutique brand strategy and design agency focused on creating transformative brand experiences.

Dharma's journey in the creative industry has seen roles such as graphic designer, web developer, information architect, and user experience lead. This diverse background has equipped Dharma with a unique skill set to drive creativity and deliver exceptional brand strategies.

Driven by a commitment to combat stagnation and complacency, Dharma's dedication to the industry is unwavering. Holding a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Maryland College Park and having studied at The George Washington University, Dharma combines academic knowledge with practical experience to fuel innovation in every project.

With past roles including SVP Branding + Creative Director at LEVICK, Creative Director at Chief, VP + Creative Director at HZDG, Director of Interaction Design at Rock Creek Strategic Marketing, Director of Web Development at Herrmann Advertising Design/Communications, and Senior Graphic Designer at ICMA, Dharma brings a wealth of experience to the table, making them a versatile and accomplished professional in the field.