About Us

Since 1999, ZenGenius has helped brands create retail environments, displays, and events that engage customers, strengthen brand presence, and bring ideas to life.

Our expertise spans three core areas:

Visual Merchandising & Design
Retail displays, store environments, visual merchandising programs, and design solutions that help products stand out and sell.

Event Design & Brand Activations
Trade shows, corporate events, galas, pop-ups, and branded experiences designed to engage audiences and bring brands to life.

Creative Direction & On-Demand Support
Strategy, sourcing, installation, training tools, and flexible teams that help brands execute projects successfully.

You don't need a bigger team. You need the right backup. Whether you need support for a single project or an experienced partner to help bring a vision to life, we step in where and when you need us most.

Meet The Team

We deliver exceptional results because we have exceptional people. Our team questions, tinkers, and challenges the status quo, unlocking creativity around every turn.

JOE BAER

Co-Founder + CEO + Creative Director
PAUL COOK

Co-Founder + Sr. Visual Merchandiser
LUANNE BAER

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
MEG LEFELD

Director of Business Development
STEPHANIE BAIR-GARANT

Director of Visual Merchandising + Talent
EMILY MOLDOVAN

Director of Visual Merchandising + Events
JOHAN KISZONAK

Design Director
JEN DRAGONETTI

Visual Project Manager NYC
JALPA PATEL

Interior Architect
JEN RYAN CONLEY

Marketing + Administrative Specialist
ALEXANDRA NOWICKI

Event Design
AMANDA SHOWALTER

Operations Coordinator

Hire Us

We are your on-demand creative partners. Get expert visual merchandising and event design support tailored to your stores, events, and brand experience.

LET'S CHAT

What Our Clients Are Saying

"If you’re looking to ease the stress of executing an event, ZenGenius is the group to call. Full of endless optimism and positivity, they tackle each challenge we send their way. All the pieces come together seamlessly, covering every detail—sourcing and executing what seems impossible at times.”

Michael G. Sengstack | AVON, Director of Events & Recognition

“Words are not quite enough to capture how grateful we are to all of you for bringing your talent, passion and spirit to our 2024 Big Arts Night. You all truly made it an event to remember.”

Jami Goldstein | GCAC,Vice President of Marketing, Communications & Events