From a small Midwest photography studio to creating applications that serve millions daily, my career path has been anything but linear. I transform early-stage visions into market-ready products that users love and businesses thrive on.
Startup Design Foundation: With 20+ years of experience, I've helped dozens of early-stage Seattle companies translate ideas into tangible products that resonate with users and attract investors.
Simplifying Complexity:
I transform convoluted technical challenges into intuitive user experiences, making sophisticated technology accessible and engaging for your target audience.
Entrepreneurial Perspective: Running a design studio for 14 years taught me to balance business objectives, customer needs, and product capabilities simultaneously—critical insights I bring to every startup engagement.
Versatile Leadership:
I'm equally effective leading teams or contributing hands-on. This flexibility allows me to fill your specific needs—whether guiding strategy or executing critical design elements myself.
Collaborative Problem-Solving: I thrive working across engineering, product, and leadership teams, ensuring all pieces work together toward a common goal while building trust through open communication.
Transparent Partnership:
I believe in complete honesty throughout our collaboration. Clear communication accelerates decision-making and builds the foundation for