Resume
Showcase of Work
2025 - present
Victory
Design Ops & Systems Consultant
Remote
I help organizations improve how their teams, systems, and workflows operate. My work spans UX strategy, DesignOps, design systems, research, accessibility, and process improvement, with a focus on creating clearer operating models, reducing friction, and introducing scalable tools and practices that improve delivery and efficiency.
2020 - 2025
Trimble, Inc.
Product Design Manager, Design Systems
Remote
Led the evolution of the Modus Design System, establishing reusable components, patterns, and governance across Trimble’s product ecosystem. The system supported 600+ products, improving UX consistency and collaboration between design and engineering teams.
2019 - 2020
Nutrislice
Principal Product Designer
Broomfield, CO
Led product design for a consumer platform used by schools and families to access menus and nutrition information. Conducted heuristic evaluations and usability testing to improve navigation, clarity, and mobile usability.
2018 - 2019
Transamerica
Lead UX Designer
Denver, CO
Redesigned enterprise financial workflows in collaboration with product and engineering teams. The improved UX contributed to a 25% reduction in call center volume by helping users complete tasks independently.
2014-2018
Sounds True
Design Manager
Louisville, CO
Designed digital experiences across ecommerce and online learning platforms. Promoted to Design Manager, mentoring designers and helping guide UX direction across the organization.
Earlier Product Design Experience
Deutsche Bank
Forbes
iVillage
Concept Bakery
Built early expertise in digital product and UX design across financial services, media, and online publishing platforms. Designed user experiences for large content-driven and data-rich websites, collaborating with product, editorial, and engineering teams.
Education & Training
University of Colorado
PhD Studies in English Literature
Boulder, CO
My doctoral research focused on critical analysis, argumentation, and interpreting complex texts. This training strengthened my ability to synthesize information, frame problems clearly, and communicate nuanced ideas—skills that are essential when leading teams and aligning stakeholders around complex product decisions.
University of Colorado
Master of Arts
Boulder, CO
Graduate work in literature and theory sharpened my analytical thinking and communication skills. The ability to interpret complex narratives and perspectives informs how I approach user research, product strategy, and collaboration across disciplines.
Drew University
Bachelor of Arts
Madison, NJ
Studying philosophy alongside literature developed my interest in systems thinking and structured reasoning. This foundation continues to shape how I approach problem-solving, decision-making, and thoughtful design leadership.
Nielsen Norman Group
UX Management Certification
This program deepened my understanding of leading UX teams, building design organizations, and aligning UX strategy with business goals. It strengthened my approach to mentoring designers and scaling design practices within complex organizations.
WebAIM
Accessibility in Design Certification
Ogden, UT
Focused on designing inclusive digital experiences and integrating accessibility principles into product development. This training informs my commitment to creating products that are usable by diverse audiences.
Kotter Training
Change Management Certification
Westminster, CO
Provided frameworks for guiding organizations through transformation and aligning stakeholders around new processes and systems—skills that are particularly relevant when introducing design systems and new UX practices.
iDesign Architect Master Class
Project Design Architect Master Class
Los Gatos, CA
Explored the IDesign Method, based on Juval Löwy’s book Righting Software, which treats software architecture and project planning as a structured engineering discipline. The framework strengthened my approach to systems thinking, decision-making, and aligning technical design with organizational goals.
Core Competencies
Product Design Leadership
UX Strategy
Design Operations
Workflow Optimization
Team Leadership & Mentorship
Design Systems Strategy & Governance
Enterprise & Consumer Product Design
Usability Testing & UX Evaluation
Accessibility & Inclusive Design
Cross-Functional Leadership
Technical Skills
Figma
FigJam
Miro
Storybook
Jira
Confluence
Aha!
Zeroheight
GitHub
HTML/ CSS
React & Angular Collaboration
Adobe Creative Suite