Larissa Barbee, owner of Creative Expressions Graphic Design Studio, Lawrence, has joined the Douglas County Connections networking organization.

Barbee has owned and managed Creative Expressions for 12 years. The business focuses on advertising and marketing.

Douglas County Connections is a group of area professionals dedicated to the promotion and growth of businesses owned by members.

The group meets at 7 a.m. Wednesdays at First Southern Baptist Church, 4300 W. Sixth St.