Our team’s combined experience cut across several industries. From nonprofit storytelling to documentaries to commercial campaigns, when working with Echo, you’re working with lifelong students of the craft. So you don’t have to worry about doing anything but being you. We will take care of all your brand storytelling needs.

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Dubbed “Spielberg,” “Director of Life,” and “Midwife to Creativity,” Grace Layo is a filmmaker and marketing consultant with a deep passion for storytelling and strategy. Her journey includes business operations management, nonprofit marketing, and filmmaking. From stage-managing a 350-person conference to leading a $30,000 fundraising campaign to solving retention issues in the restaurant industry, Grace understands how to craft compelling narratives that drive results. Her work with with organizations like Applebee’s, SouthFair Community Development Center, and the Gap Church solidified her expertise in marketing strategy, leading her to pursue an MBA at Baylor University. Through many mediums, she helps businesses and creatives transform ideas into impactful, marketable realities.

Grace Layo, CEO

Recent Successes

 Upward Bound Math & Science: Increased program participation by 100% within six months through strategic recruitment and relationship-building efforts

SouthFair Community Development Corporation: Spearheaded fundraising campaign which reeled in $30,000

Applebee’s in Arlington, TX: Developed sales and service plan that generated 9.4% increase in yearly revenue of $2.5M store

Awards

Netflix x Adobe, The Great Untold Top 10 Winner

D CEO’s Capital One Impact Initiative Award

Community Development Assistant and Social Media Marketer, Top 5 Finalist Texas

Shutterspeed Film Festival, Best Director

Who tells your story can make all the difference. At Echo, we choose our collaborators wisely.

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