My Adventure
I was born and raised in Ohio. Since my early childhood I have had a strong interest in creative disciplines and mechanical industries (automotive, aviation, etc.).
I had two amazing grandfathers that had very impressive careers in creative industries, one a commercial artist and the other an engineer at Battelle. I’m privileged to have inherited a combination of their talents which has led me to a career path which blends both creative and technical disciplines.
My experience at Ohio State’s design program gave me the foundation that started my career and I’ve been learning ever since. It’s all amounted to my passion for design systems in the digital design industry.
In my free time I enjoy building the latest LEGO set or hit up a track day at nearby road course.
Experience
My career evolved from a web design only focus to UX designer/developer and eventually a design systems leader. I feel incredibly fortunate to have these opportunities and look forward to many more to come as I continue my career journey.
Current
Product Designer (Magnit contract)
2023
7 years, 6 months
Sr. Design Lead, Design Systems
2023
Sr. UX Manager, Design Systems
2021 - 2023
UX Manager, Design Systems
2019 - 2021
Sr. UX Designer
2016 - 2019
5 years, 4 months
Product Manager, UX Design
2014 - 2015
UI Designer & Developer
2012 - 2014
Web & Graphic Designer
2010 - 2012
DHospitality
2 years, 7 months
Designer (furniture, graphic)
2008 - 2009
Design Intern
2007 - 2008
Freelance
12+ years
American Share Insurance
2022
Perry Mutual Insurance
2016 - 2020
WHCA & PSB Reunion
2019
Education
2003 - 2008
Study Abroad Program (Potsdam, Germany)
2007