What I do

I translate brand relationships into high-quality, performant, and scalable journeys.

Design Systems & Architecture

Building the foundation for scale. I specialize in tokenization and modular frameworks that allow teams to design, iterate, and deploy hundreds of digital touchpoints flawlessly and rapidly.


Growth Design & Experimentation

Turning user insights into revenue. Through strategic Opportunity Mapping and high-velocity A/B testing, I optimize single-entry flows, lifecycle engagement, and acquisition tactics to deliver double-digit conversion lifts. 


AI Integration & Emerging Tech

Pioneering the next era of design ops. I prototype AI/LLM workflows and headless, agent-powered documentation to future-proof design systems and streamline cross-functional compliance. 


Brand × Product Unification

Bridging the gap between Creative Services and Experience Design. I author C-level brand guidelines and synchronize Product, Engineering, and Marketing to ensure a unified consumer experience across every platform.

My Background

I’m a Strategic Design Leader and UX Architect with 15 years of experience working at the intersection of brand and product. Most recently, as a Design Manager and Principal UI/UX Designer at Zillow Group, I’ve grounded my work in a simple belief: a brand is not what a company says—it’s the relationship it builds with its customers.

My focus is translating that relationship into coherent, compelling, and scalable digital ecosystems that drive meaningful and measurable engagement and growth. I specialize in designing not just outputs, but systems—operational models, design frameworks, and tokenized architectures that enable teams to make decisions with clarity through ambiguity and deliver quality at scale.

I care deeply about how design functions, not just how it looks. I’m also deeply invested in the future of design operations. I integrate tools like Claude Code, Figma, Grok, and custom AI agents into my workflow to unlock speed, precision, and rapid iteration. That said, I strongly believe in maintaining a thoughtful human–digital balance. AI accelerates execution, but human judgment defines meaning. The goal isn’t automation for its own sake—it’s removing friction and pushing what's possible so teams can focus on high-quality decisions, craft, and impact.

Equally important to me is the environment in which great work happens. I believe the best outcomes come from teams built on trust, shared understanding, and psychological safety. I aim to create spaces where people can experiment, challenge ideas, and grow—because that’s where truly rewarding and innovative work emerges.

Outside of work, I bring the same curiosity and experimental mindset into my personal life. I’m often tracking my own version of “family fun metrics,” constantly cooking new meals, building backyard projects, exploring digital illustration, or getting outdoors—hiking, camping, skateboarding, or making music. I’m always open to connecting with design leaders, AI innovators, and builders who care about unifying brand and product experiences. I’m currently exploring design role opportunities where I can help teams tackle complex challenges, scale their operational systems, and create work that people genuinely love.

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My Philosophy

Systems are seamless; culture is a vibe.
I believe the most important interface is the one between people. No matter how many agents we manage or how fast we compress release cycles, the best products are built by humans who respect and understand each other. By prioritizing "People Experience Design" (PXD) alongside UX, I build the psychological safety and shared understanding necessary for teams to thrive in the face of ambiguity.




Principles

People First: I design workflows that respect human energy and maximize for professional craft and human taste where relevant.
Radical Inclusion: I preach and practice inclusive design principles from the first brainstorm to the final release.
Intentional Culture: I create shared understanding to empower the best decision makers to do their best, unencumbered my process bloat.
Mastery of Ambiguity: I create the clarity teams need to stay productive, even when the path is still unfolding.

Infrastructure for Speed

Better ideas, faster. The best products aren't built in a vacuum—they’re built on a foundation of high-velocity systems. I design the internal ecosystems that allow teams to move from insight to implementation without the friction. By optimizing your toolkits and automating the "handshake," we reduce risk and clear the path for great work.



System

  • Design Systems: Coded prototypes, Figma-optimized assets, and scalable component libraries.

  • Touchpoint Orchestration: Mapping the "Moments That Matter" across iOS, web, and physical products.

  • The Optimized Handshake: Streamlined handoffs between design, engineering, and data repos.

  • Insight Engines: Turning UXR, analytics, and SWOT assessments into actionable roadmaps.

  • Collaboration Rituals: Purpose-built workshops and toolkits (Cursor, Figma, Claude) that empower top talent.

Operational Design

Efficiency in service of craft. I believe operational excellence isn't just about saving time—it’s about protecting it. By streamlining the "how," I preserve the budget and mental space needed for deep innovation and obsession over the details. I build the bridge between the builders and the visionaries, ensuring every movement solves a customer problem that drives the business forward.


Build Engine

  • Strategic Filter: Defining exactly what we are building, who it’s for, and why it wins.

  • Front-Stage Orchestration: Aligning CX and UX to create seamless digital and physical journeys.

  • Continuous Discovery: Keeping the build grounded in real-time user insights and iterative learning.

  • Builder Relations: Strengthening the handshake between design and engineering to accelerate velocity.

Strategy Into Motion

Turning "What If" into "What Works." The hardest part of innovation isn’t the idea—it’s the alignment. I bridge the gap between abstract vision and execution by grounding every project in a shared "Why." Through continuous discovery and rapid prototyping, we stop guessing and start proving.

Methodology

Strategic Alignment: Connecting user needs to business ROI.

  • Continuous Discovery: Validating assumptions and hypotheses in real-time.

  • Lean Prototyping: Visualizing solutions to de-risk before you invest.

  • Execution Logic: Managed schedules and feedback loops that sustain momentum.