Ryann Scrafford is a Salt Lake City based surface pattern designer and illustrator with nearly two decades of experience in the design and merchandising industries. She holds a degree in Design and Merchandising from Drexel University and began her professional career as a senior buyer in the fashion and outdoor retail sectors. Scrafford transitioned from corporate roles in brand management and operations to establish her own successful product based brand which she sold in boutiques globally. She is recognized for her expertise in Adobe Illustrator and has licensed over fifty art collections to print on demand companies and international fabric manufacturers. Her work focuses on bridging the gap between artistic creation and commercial licensing through strategic portfolio development. She currently co-leads a collaborative community that empowers artists to navigate the technical and business aspects of the surface design industry.