Building Relationships, Creating Solutions, Growing Together
Building Relationships,
Creating Solutions,
Growing Together
Every great partnership begins with a conversation. Let’s explore how RedLipstick Creative can help you grow, solve, and connect.
About Us
RedLipstick Creative is a Latina- and Veteran-owned consulting studio built on creative problem-solving and relationship management. We help organizations navigate challenges, spark growth, and strengthen the connections that matter most.
From brand clarity to organizational strategy, we combine creative problem-solving with thoughtful relationship management—helping organizations grow with purpose and trust.
Purposeful Growth
By aligning organizational strategy with authentic relationships, we empower you to build trust, scale with confidence, and grow in ways that matter.
Our team blends design thinking with strategic insight to tackle complex challenges, turning obstacles into opportunities that drive meaningful growth.
Creative Problem-Solving
Brand Clarity
We help you uncover and articulate the essence of your brand—bringing focus, voice, and direction to ensure your message resonates with clarity and purpose.
Olivia & Chris—partners in life and vision—blend creativity, strategy, and lived experience to transform challenges into opportunities and partnerships into long-term success.
Founders
Chris Vanleuven is a Partner at RedLipstick Creative, bringing a unique blend of military discipline, business acumen, and people-centered leadership to the firm.
Olivia Garcia is the Founder and CEO of RedLipstick Creative, a Latina- and Veteran-owned creative problem-solving firm built on the belief that challenges are catalysts.
Olivia Garcia is the Founder and CEO of RedLipstick Creative, a Latina- and Veteran-owned creative problem-solving firm built on the belief that challenges are catalysts.
As a thought leader and social alchemist, Olivia sees obstacles as invitations to think differently, connect deeply, and uncover possibility. Her work is rooted in the idea that growth doesn’t come from avoiding challenges—it comes from embracing, reimagining, and using them as fuel to build stronger organizations and more resilient people.
Through RedLipstick Creative, Olivia partners with organizations and individuals to reframe problems, unlock potential, and craft solutions that create lasting impact. For her, problem-solving isn’t a process—it’s a catalyst for change, innovation, and human connection.
Partner, RedLipstick Creative
Chris Vanleuven
Chris Vanleuven is a Partner at RedLipstick Creative, bringing a unique blend of military discipline, business acumen, and people-centered leadership to the firm. A U.S. Navy veteran and MBA graduate, Chris is known for transforming complexity into clarity, leading teams with focus, and building systems that enable growth.
With a career spanning technology, healthcare, logistics, and leadership roles, Chris has learned that true impact comes from aligning vision with execution. His ability to navigate high-pressure environments—whether in service, business, or community—has shaped his belief that challenges are opportunities to lead with integrity and adaptability.
At RedLipstick Creative, Chris partners with organizations and individuals to design solutions that are both strategic and human-centered. For him, problem-solving is more than operational—it’s about empowering people, strengthening systems, and creating pathways for long-term success.
Sergey Ivannikov is the Founder & CEO of Russian American Media, a leading multimedia company serving California’s Russian-speaking community. After immigrating to the United States in 1995, he mastered a new language, earned a degree in computer engineering, and launched the first digital print shop serving Slavic businesses. He soon founded Russian American Media, which grew into a full-spectrum advertising and media enterprise, publishing the first Slavic business directory, a Russian-language newspaper, and an English-language magazine.
Under his leadership, the company has also become a key producer of major multicultural community events, uniting business, civic, and political leaders with thousands of families and young people each year. Sergey’s work reflects his dedication to celebrating cultural heritage, fostering integration, and building bridges across communities.
He is a Founding Member of the Slavic–American Chamber of Commerce, active in local Chambers, and has served on the boards of numerous organizations, including the Council For Cross-Cultural Affairs, Sacramento World Music & Dance Festival, John Maxwell Live2Lead, Los Rios Foundation, Sacramento District Attorney Multi-Cultural Community Council, Capital Public Radio, Luis Palau Sacramento Festival, CalExpo State Fair Multi-Cultural Board, Word To Russia, Wells Fargo Community Advisory Board, Census, World Autism & Savant Foundation, Gateway Community Charters Foundation, Smile For A Lifetime Foundation, Global Heart Care, APAPA PAC, and Solving Sacramento.
Through hard work, vision, and dedication, Sergey Ivannikov continues to champion cultural understanding, break down barriers, and strengthen community prosperity.
We’re proud to collaborate with organizations that value both results and relationships. Our work is built on trust, impact, and lasting partnerships.
Daniel Visser
Executive Director, Community Roots
“RedLipstick Creative helped us find clarity in our brand story. Their thoughtful guidance not only elevated our messaging but also strengthened the trust we share with our community.”
Synthia Smyth
COO, BrightPath Solutions
“Olivia and Chris brought a unique mix of creativity and strategy to the table. They turned our challenges into opportunities and gave us the tools to grow with confidence.”
Sophia Nguyen
Founder, Harmony Collective
“Working with RedLipstick Creative felt like a true partnership. They listened, challenged us to think bigger, and helped us build connections that will last for years to come.”
Daniel Visser
Executive Director, Community Roots
“RedLipstick Creative helped us find clarity in our brand story. Their thoughtful guidance not only elevated our messaging but also strengthened the trust we share with our community.”
Synthia Smyth
COO, BrightPath Solutions
“Olivia and Chris brought a unique mix of creativity and strategy to the table. They turned our challenges into opportunities and gave us the tools to grow with confidence.”
Sophia Nguyen
Founder, Harmony Collective
“Working with RedLipstick Creative felt like a true partnership. They listened, challenged us to think bigger, and helped us build connections that will last for years to come.”
Our Features
Every great partnership begins with a conversation. Let’s explore how RedLipstick Creative can help you grow, solve, and connect.
Latina- & Veteran-Owned
a perspective rooted in resilience, creativity, and lived experience.
Strategic Clarity
guiding organizations with focus, purpose, and vision.
trusted by clients who value both results and relationships.
Creative Problem-Solving
turning obstacles into opportunities with fresh thinking.
Community Impact
committed to giving back and strengthening the communities we serve.
As a Latina- and Veteran-owned business, giving back is part of who we are. We use our creativity and network to support causes that strengthen communities.