Always curious and finds wonder everywhere

Rod’s openness to observing and experiencing the world around him ignites creativity in everyone.

Likes people and connects easily with them

With playful wit and genuine optimism, Rod sparks confidence and connection, building a community where everyone feels valued, supported, and inspired to thrive.

Loves reading maps and solving puzzles

Rod seamlessly shifts between details and the big picture, uncovering smarter, better ways forward.

Gets really excited by sharing ideas

His infectious enthusiasm inspires bold thinking, proving that great design leads to real, meaningful impact.

Hear more from Rod in these video excerpts from the Mission Minded 20 Years campaign:

Interests

  • Architecture, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Aerial Photography, LEGO

  • Travel Adventures, Desert Hikes, City Walks, Map Reading, Geography

  • Film Watching, Movie Director Commentaries, Historical Fiction, Documentaries

  • Music Listening, Vinyl Record Collecting, Opera Studying, Mix Making, Dancing

  • Costume Making, Sewing, Building Things, Celebrating, Mardi Gras, Burning Man, Pride

  • Star Gazing, Space Exploration, Planetariums, Science Fiction

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Portfolio Credits

CASTILLEJA SCHOOL:
Creative direction by Rod Lemaire at Mission Minded;
Strategy & writing by Stephanie Swain;
Visual design by Fernando Muñoz;
Photography by Leah Fasten

SAN FRANCISCO OPERA:
Creative direction by Rod Lemaire at Mission Minded;
Visual design by Carrie Tilmann, Paul Ziller, Matt Meier;
Photography by Cory Weaver, Eric Fraizer

SAN FRANCISCO DAY SCHOOL:
Creative direction by Rod Lemaire at Mission Minded;
Strategy & writing by Stephanie Swain;
Visual design by Todd Schulte;
Photography by Leah Fasten;
Illustration by Denise Gallagher, Brian Herrick;
Video by Cognizant Films

ENVIRONMENTAL GRAPHIC DESIGN & SIGNAGE:
Creative direction by Rod Lemaire at Mission Minded;
Visual design for San Francisco AIDS Foundation by Todd Schulte;
Marin Academy & Marlborough by Mariana Pabon, Carrie Tilmann;
San Francisco Opera by Carrie Tilmann, Matt Leunig;
OLE HEALTH by Mariana Pabon;
EPACENTER ARTS by Fernando Muñoz, Reba Joy Billips

MISSION MINDED:
Creative direction by Rod Lemaire at Mission Minded;
Visual design by Todd Schulte, Carrie Tilmann