My passion for design began in 7th grade when I was asked to create a bridal shower bingo card for a cousin in my hometown of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This simple task sparked an interest that would eventually grow into a lifelong passion. I pursued this interest by earning a BFA in Graphic Communications from Northern Michigan University in 2009.
Since then, my career has taken me through a diverse range of companies and experiences, from Kohls and Oracle to Cost Plus World Market, Cree Lighting, Williams-Sonoma, and various agencies and startups in both Milwaukee and the San Francisco Bay areas. While my early career was focused on visual design, over the last 8+ years, I've gravitated more toward user experience, interaction, and interface design. My work in web design evolved into a deeper interest in crafting engaging, user-centered experiences, which led me to concentrate on UX/UI design.
Principles
Fight for the User
Keep an Open Mind
Collaboration is Key
Data Fuels Progress
Grow Every Day
Live a Balanced Life
Skills
Product Design
User Experience
UI Design
Design Systems
Wireframes
Prototyping
Front-End Knowledge
Full Stack Design
Web Design
User Research
User Research/Testing
Workshop Facilitation
User Journey Mapping
Strategy
Workshop Facilitation
User Journey Mapping
Product Roadmapping
Visual Design
Creative Direction
Branding
Achievements & Certifications
Achievements
Champing the Pro Award
2023 Customer Care/User Award at Housecall Pro
2014/2015 Communication Arts Mention
SFMoMA Promo Video with Morla Design
Achievement Award Nominee
2009-2010 NMU Board of Trustees
U-23 Michigan Women’s All Star Rugby Team
2009 Player Selection
Senior Exhibition, NMU Art & Design
2009 Honorable Mention Best in Graphic Design
Mortar Board National Honor Society
2009 Member
Dean’s List
Northern Michigan University 2006-2009
Certifications
Website Building w/HTML, CSS, & GitHub
CodeAcademy | August 2024
Object Oriented UX
Udemy | December 2023
UX Strategy Fundamentals
Udemy | May 2017
UX Fundamentals: Interaction Design
DesignLab | March 2016
UX Fundamentals
Gymnasium | June 2015
Responsive Web Design
Gymnasium | June 2015
Coding for Designers
Gymnasium | January 2014
Outside of Work
When I’m not working on a project, you can usually find me with my two dogs, Aria and Bongo, alongside my husband, at the gym, or in the kitchen trying a new recipe or perfecting an old favorite. I have a passion for being outdoors—whether it’s hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, or camping, I love to stay active and connected with nature.
Traveling is another passion of mine. I’m always looking for new places to explore, whether it’s discovering a local restaurant or setting out on a new adventure with the dogs. I love exploring both domestically and internationally, soaking in the culture, food, and scenery each destination has to offer. Over the past few years, I’ve also set personal goals, like reading more books—I read 30 this past year alone, ranging from fantasy to design and everything in between.
I enjoy challenging myself, from working on a new personal record in deadlifts to learning new activities like crocheting. And when it’s time to unwind, I love relaxing with a game on my Nintendo Switch or diving into plans for the next big trip.