I’ve spent 12+ years as a UX designer, and I’ve learned that the most difficult problems usually require the simplest solutions. My career has been defined by taking messy, high stakes enterprise workflows and turning them into intuitive experiences that drive business value.

At companies like Autodesk and Quicken Loans, I’ve led global design teams to deliver product visions that move the needle. For example, during my time at Autodesk, I led the UX strategy for major releases that helped grow revenue from $1.54B to $2.27B over three years. I don't just focus on the pixels; I focus on stakeholder alignment, strategic storytelling, and building the relationships necessary to get complex features out the door.

I believe that being a Principal Designer is as much about mentorship as it is about design. I’ve managed vendors, coached junior designers, and standardized design processes to make high quality work repeatable across large organizations.

When I’m not at my desk, you can usually find me on the field coaching youth softball. I’ve found that leading a team of young athletes isn’t all that different from leading a design team. Both require a clear vision, consistent encouragement, and a deep belief that we win or lose together.