The Laine and The Gabriel
About
LaineGabriel began when Lisa Laine Miller and James Gabriel Brown recognized a shared perspective. After years in both agencies and corporate roles, they saw how often internal teams struggled to find partners who truly understood how corporate communicates and how employees receive information. LaineGabriel was built to bridge that gap with empathy, strategy, and creative clarity.
Lisa Laine Miller
For 25 years, Lisa has followed her passion for using creative ideas to solve challenging marketing problems. This path led her to open LaineGabriel in 2006, a firm dedicated to approaching clients’ marketing objectives in different ways. As the Chief Strategy Officer, Lisa tailors unique and effective strategies and communication solutions that keep pace in today’s fast-paced environment with a focus on people and empathy.
Staying focused on community is an essential aspect of Lisa’s connection to people. She’s currently the Vice Chairperson for Community Shares of Mid Ohio, a mentor for WrightChoice Mentoring, and a sought-after academic guest lecturer. Lisa has also served on the board of Furniture Bank of Central Ohio and EWI (Executive Women International).
LaineGabriel's list of accomplishments under Lisa’s leadership includes Inc. Magazine – 5000 Fastest Growing Company, 40 Under 40, Smart 50, and Who's Who.
James Gabriel Brown
Some people tell stories with words. Others with images. He tells them with both—and then some. With more than 25 years in creative direction, he believes great branding is about finding the idea that hasn’t been overdone, creating real human connection, and making it unforgettable.
As Chief Creative Officer at LaineGabriel, he’s spent his career helping Fortune 500 companies, healthcare leaders, and purpose-driven organizations communicate in ways that resonate—with employees, customers, and communities alike. From revitalizing brand identities to designing immersive experiences that spark loyalty and pride, he’s known for creating work that matters and lasts.
He’s never been accused of settling for “good enough.” His ideas work hard, connect deeply, and inspire action—whether guiding culture through a corporate merger or launching campaigns that change how people think about healthcare.
LaineGabriel's list of accomplishments under Jim's leadership includes Hermes, Telly's, Communicator Awards, Healthcare Advertising, and AdFed.
