Meet The Maker

Charming . Distinguished . Refined

Alexander Joseph

Hey there, I'm AJ! Designer. Entrepreneur. Visionary. Adventure Seeker. As a former product designer, I am able to bridge the gap between business and creativity. After three years of shaping this company part time, I took the leap in 2018 focusing on the business full time.

Currently my pup Sgt. Pepper and I reside in the wonderful state of North Carolina. However, we didn't get here alone and I'm forever grateful of those who have been a part of my life thus far. Now on a mission to share that gratitude with others.

I quickly realized my passion for craftsmanship and keen attention for details. Fastidious in nature, creative at heart. In addition to the love for the design process, the sense of joy people share from our creations is even more amazing. For it is in giving, that we receive.

Fast Facts

When I'm not in the studio wearing my lab coat being creative, you can usually find me outside doing something. Whether it be grilling, visiting the farmers market, hiking, mountain biking, or listing to live music with some friends... Theres nothing like the fresh air to liven up the day.

Say Cheese! Photography and narrative film making are a hobby of mine. Love the idea of capturing a story while being able to share and relive those moments with friends and family.
Local Craft Experiencing traditional fare is just as exciting as the food trucks. Love to support local business by visiting artisan markets & local cuisine. A nice glass of wine does't hurt either.
SGT. Pepper Peppercorn, Peppermint Patty, Pepperoni, Dr. Pepper ...but mostly just Pepper! She is my 5 year old Boxer pup and do just about everything together.
Honors I'm humbled to have won multiple international design awards and hold a few patents for products during my career as an industrial designer.
Designer Studied Industrial Design and Architecture at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) which has been instrumental in the foundation of my career and life journey thus far.
Call It Home Grew up in New Jersey, lived in Georgia for 8 Years, and now reside in North Carolina.

That's a little insight as to who I am. For more information about Grateful Gadgets and who we are, click below.

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