About Us
Avoke House of Fragrance is a fragrance studio rooted in the belief that scent is one of the most impactful forms of storytelling. Inspired by the archaic spelling of evoke, Avoke represents the art of summoning emotion, memory, and imagination.
We are a small, passionate collective of fragrance lovers including perfumers, evaluators, marketers, and creators united by a love for the craft and a commitment to integrity. Every scent we develop is a labor of love, shaped by equal parts creativity and technical expertise. From concept to final formulation, we collaborate closely with our clients to bring their unique stories to life through fragrance.
At the heart of our process is access to some of the world’s finest ingredients, including our award-winning Organic Lemon Oil sourced from the Citromax groves in Tucumán, Argentina. As the fragrance division of the Citromax Group, a women-owned, family-run company, we are a natural extension of decades of excellence in lemon products, flavor, and sustainable agriculture.
We take pride in being a close-knit team, cozy in spirit, nimble in execution. Our fragrance director, perfumer, chemists, business development manager, and marketing team work side-by-side with our clients. We believe in collaboration, not duplication. That’s why we’ve become a trusted partner for both emerging niche brands looking for their first signature scent, and established players seeking a fresh point of differentiation.
While the Tri-State area is home to many fragrance houses, few offer the personalized care, creative flexibility, and true partnership that define Avoke. We grow alongside our clients, and we cherish every moment of that shared journey.
Let’s begin telling your scent story today.
Meet the Team
Ray Bally - Director of Fragrance
I fell in love with the fragrance industry at IFF. Learning everything I could about our beloved industry and getting to wear fragrances for evaluation by some of the great IFF perfumers; Pierre Wargnye, Jean Claude Delvile, and Sophia Grossman. I went on to work at Givaudan, gaining experience and knowledge working with Ann Gottlieb and his mentor Susan Virtue.
Glorinel Amaro - Account Manager
I have dedicated my entire career to the fragrance and ingredient industry. With eight years as an Analytical Fragrance Chemist in Research and Development and the past three years on the commercial side, I combine scientific expertise with business insight to understand client needs and bring their vision to life in innovative, unexpected ways.
Gus Romero - Perfumer
I work at the crossroads of artistry and formulation, shaping fragrances that connect emotion, culture, and technique. With training in perfumery and years spent developing scents for niche brands, my focus is on creating olfactive concepts that are thoughtful, modern, and grounded in strong craftsmanship.
Caroline Chicola - Marketing Specialist
I’m a creative marketing analyst with a deep passion for art and design. With a degree in marketing and a career shaped by creativity, I’ve found the fragrance industry to be the perfect place to merge strategic thinking with artistic expression. I bring a creative lens to every project, helping translate ideas into compelling, visually driven stories that resonate with our customers.
Gillian Tokar - Lab + Marketing Assistant, Fragrance Evaluator
My role spans hands-on fragrance creation and a web of brand communication. I support the lab with formula compounding and material tracking while also coordinating social and email marketing and client outreach. Blending technical skill with storytelling lets me help deliver both exceptional scents and meaningful connections.