Strategic UX design and product management leader with extensive experience driving user-centered design initiatives, developing scalable digital products, and leading high-performing, cross-functional teams.
Passionate about blending thoughtful UX strategy with technical execution, I bridge the gap between users, stakeholders, and engineering teams to deliver intuitive, accessible, and robust digital solutions. Proficient across UX design, product roadmapping, front-end engineering, and usability testing, I ensure alignment between user needs and business objectives.
An effective communicator and collaborative leader committed to operational excellence, strategic planning, and continuous team growth. A dedicated mentor and lifelong learner, I foster supportive environments where innovation thrives, team members grow, and high-quality outcomes are consistently achieved.
Knoweldge, Skills, & Software
Relevant Career & Professional Experience
Lead Product Designer
Jan. 2025 – May 2026
- Led a team of four UX designers, providing strategic direction and mentorship for a high-profile consulting project with a major national telecommunications client.
- Conducted comprehensive process discovery and user research to inform and define product strategy and roadmap.
- Developed detailed wireframes, mock-ups, and interactive prototypes for complex enterprise web applications.
- Created high-fidelity, interactive prototypes using Angular to facilitate precise interaction design and usability testing.
- Designed custom product icons and established cohesive visual branding guidelines tailored specifically to client requirements.
UX Engineering Volunteer
Nov. 2023 – Current
- Collaborated with community stakeholders and the Austin Public Library to redesign and modernize the library’s website.
- Conducted user research, usability testing, and stakeholder workshops to ensure user needs were thoroughly addressed.
- Created interactive prototypes and design assets leveraging Remix, React Router, and other contemporary web technologies.
Lead UX Designer
Aug. 2021 – Jan. 2025
- Led a UX design team focused on delivering intuitive enterprise software solutions, from initial concept through final implementation.
- Managed design processes, including research, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing to ensure optimal user experience.
- Coordinated closely with stakeholders and development teams to align designs with strategic business goals.
UX Design Consultant
Feb. 2020 – Aug. 2021
- Conducted detailed user research, interviews, and usability tests to inform and validate design decisions.
- Created comprehensive wireframes and interactive prototypes for enterprise software applications.
- Collaborated directly with client stakeholders to ensure alignment between user needs and business objectives.
Automation Consultant
Nov. 2019 – Feb. 2020
- Assisted clients in identifying and implementing automation strategies to streamline business processes.
- Developed process documentation, workflow analyses, and presented findings to stakeholders.
- Worked closely with cross-functional teams to ensure automation solutions effectively met business requirements.
UX Designer & Copywriter
Entrée
Jan. 2016 – May 2016
- Developed clear, engaging copy for Entrée’s Facebook Messenger chatbot interactions.
- Collaborated closely with stakeholders to refine product messaging and user experience.
- Designed Entrée’s initial website layout, icons, and assets.
UX & UI Designer
Entrée
June 2015 – Jan. 2016
- Created the initial visual design, layout, and interaction model for the Entrée iPad app.
- Developed branding assets, including icons and graphical elements.
- Performed user testing to iterate and refine app usability and functionality.
Design Director
Mobile Application Developers (MAD)
Mar. 2015 – Apr. 2016
- Directed visual and interaction design strategies for iOS and Android applications.
- Developed a unified icon set to maintain visual consistency across products and marketing materials.
- Designed marketing collateral and compelling presentation materials for industry conferences.