Marla Tipton is an experienced design professional with a diverse background in graphic design and product management. Currently serving as Design Director and Senior Graphic Designer at Inside Real Estate since November 2020, Marla previously held multiple roles at SmartZip from October 2011 to November 2020, including Product Manager for Direct Mail, where responsibilities encompassed improving and maintaining product lines and managing creative design initiatives. Marla founded Tipton Designs in August 2005, acting as Design Principal and focusing on a passion for various design forms. Earlier career experience includes marketing management at The Kruger Group and contract marketing services at CornerStone Title Company. Marla began a professional journey with a BA in History and Magazine Journalism from San Jose State University, complemented by extensive design work across various industries.