I started with hands in finger-paints and lego(s), with an interest in solving problems. I learned C++ and studied physics, performing research in the field of Astrophysics, receiving NASA funded grants and even publishing in the Royal Astronomical Society...and then I was ready for a change! Wanting to explore the aesthetic, I transitioned to the world of conceptual fine art. I created things with my hands and my mind. Design, a marriage of the mathematical and the beautiful, came into my life organically.

I have lead design at Victoria Secret and Tourneau. I pushed the boundaries of the Infor brand and its products as an Art Director at Hook & Loop. I began working with start-ups at rudimentary stages: initially directed the strategy and design of Daylight.co's brand and iPad app.

Some of my short-term projects include spearheading the creative direction and building user experiences for MakeSpace, Lily, and Imperative—crafting everything from identity to future tech products.

I currently focus on small companies and their products. I help start-ups get off their feet, be it via branding, product architecture, user interface design, or marketing collateral: I build experiences from the inside out.

When I work with start-ups, I generally integrate fully into the team, though we all mostly don't adhere to traditional work schedules. I've built the brand and multiple enterprise and consumer facing products for Groove Technologies. I was on ground zero to help Matter.io build their first consumer facing product, a 3D-modeling web application for the small-scale production of physical products. I oriented the identity of the brand and architected the entirety of the user experience and user interface—a fully customized e-commerce experience that translated sketches and cad files into 3D printed models, metal objects, and eventually consumer products for the B2B customer. 

More recently I helped redefine how people plan trips and experiences with Spot.com. As Head of Design, I created the design system, dashboards, user experience across brand + full product, on all platforms. Spot allowed for seamless collaboration in trip planning, sharing, and discovering great spots for outings, whether large or small. We built a tool that allowed us to explore the world together and all in one place. In 2019 I finished up helping Fabl build a new immersive storytelling platform (SaaS) that provides for in-depth analytics as well as a streamlined approach to building stories via a WYSWYG (what you see is what you get) architecture. Fabl is a start-up that is no longer a start-up: I've worked with them for many years and continue to be involved when they need UX / UI and Brand consultation: a lovely example of how I prefer to sustain and grow my relationships with companies.

My latest project was to deliver a massive design system and full product design spec and interactive prototype for Thrive Global's new product. I worked directly with the VP of Product and VP of Design to build the next generation of behavior change products that transform your life, one small Better Choice at a time—a life coach in your pocket, encouraging you to take your well-being journey at your own pace and celebrate your successes along the way. 

I value human connection above all things—genuine and strong relationships allow for incredible ideas, experiences, and products.

I'm very interested in the melding of technology, art, science and spirituality. I've called myself a futurist and am especially intrigued by transhumanism, self-awareness, and our consciousness. My key phrase: we're all human. I want to make things that build upon that fact. And I want to make via various mediums, outlets...conceptually, physically, and playfully with a deep respect for the absurd.

I maintain a part-time / contract schedule, make art, and help folks launch and run start-ups. Please feel free to drop me a line if you'd like to chat.