ABOUT ME

I'm a passionate design leader with over 15 years of experience transforming complex challenges into intuitive, user-centered solutions. My journey spans from hands-on design to strategic leadership, always with a focus on creating meaningful impact.

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Philadelphia, PA • 15+ Years Experience

My Story

My design journey began 15 years ago with a simple belief: great design should make complex things feel effortless. What started as a fascination with pixels and typography has evolved into a deep understanding of how design strategy drives business success.

Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of leading design teams at both startups and Fortune 500 companies. I've learned that the best solutions emerge when you combine user empathy with business acumen and technical feasibility.

Today, I focus on building design systems, mentoring emerging designers, and creating organizational change that puts users at the center of every decision.

Core Expertise

Design StrategyTeam LeadershipDesign SystemsUser ResearchProduct StrategyDesign OperationsStakeholder ManagementMentoring & Coaching

Experience

Senior Design Director

2020 - Present

Tech Corp

Leading a team of 15+ designers across multiple product lines. Established design systems and processes that improved team efficiency by 40%.

Design Manager

2017 - 2020

Innovation Labs

Built and scaled the design team from 3 to 12 designers. Led the redesign of core products serving 2M+ users.

Senior UX Designer

2014 - 2017

Digital Agency

Designed end-to-end experiences for B2B and B2C clients. Specialized in complex data visualization and enterprise software.

UX Designer

2009 - 2014

Startup Inc

First design hire at a fast-growing startup. Wore multiple hats from user research to visual design to front-end development.

What Drives Me

User Empathy

Every design decision should be rooted in deep understanding of user needs and behaviors.

Collaborative Leadership

The best solutions emerge when diverse perspectives come together in a psychologically safe environment.

Continuous Learning

Design and technology evolve rapidly. Staying curious and adaptable is essential for long-term success.

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