Aly Khalifa, owner, product & engineering director, started Gamil Design in October of 1995 to combine his skills of design, engineering and product development. He has degrees in both Industrial Design and Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina State University. His work has ranged from innovative wind tunnel testing to a patented eyewear system. He has worked in plastic, fabric and metal in the consumer products, sporting good and medical equipment industries. He has been a Visiting Professor at North Carolina State University School of Design and has led many creativity workshops and lectures. In his spare time, he plays cello for various rock and lounge bands, enjoys inline skating and cycling.
Beth Howard Khalifa, owner, graphic design director, joined the Gamil Design team in October, 1999, shortly after she and Aly were married. She has degrees in both music (clarinet) and graphic design. Beth and Aly joined forces professionally to add branding and marketing to the services of Gamil Design. Beth specializes in Corporate Identity and Consumer Branding, including logo and ID systems, catalogs, websites, packaging, trade show booths, and advertising campaigns. She has also led student and corporate workshops focusing on subjects such as branding, eco-friendly graphic design and information graphics and design. Whenever she gets the chance, she likes to travel. She sees the sights through the lens, taking enough pictures to make even the most interested person bored with the inevitable slide show.
Britt Hayes, senior graphic designer, joined Gamil in 2006.
Kelly Myers, senior product designer, joined Gamil in 2006.
Robert Shanks, product designer, has worked with Gamil Design since 2003. He received his Industrial Design degree from NCSU in 2002, and also has a degree in Computer Electronics which contributes to designing some products. “I have a passion for form giving and 3D modeling — it’s all in the curves. I try to keep up with the latest technologies in computer graphics, modeling and rendering and have been going to Siggraph since 1989. Currently, I’m studying algorithmic modeling in various forms. When I’m not turning design problems over in my head, I’m an artist and musician.”
Angus, greeter, is excited to come to work each day, and always gives 110%. Angus has taken on the role of continuously pushing the envelope of accepted distraction techniques. His special gift is honing in on whoever is most likely to take him on a walk to the bank or lunch. He is also an expert toy flaunter. He is comfortable handling a variety of tasks, from guarding the water cooler to welcoming each guest into the office. He enjoys chewing, eating and sleeping in his off-hours.