About me
Hello there! I'm a digital design veteran turned creative operations enthusiast, with over 16 years in the design industry. My journey, filled with pixels, programs, and project management platforms, has equipped me to see the creative process from multiple angles. I love diving into tools and resources, seeking efficiencies while championing creativity, and managing relationships as deftly as I manage projects.
Off the clock, you'll find me carving up the ski slopes, spinning pottery on the wheel, tinkering with mechanical keyboards, reading books about neurodivergence and psychology, and delving into the exciting world of AI!
My design ops philosophy
As a Design Operations professional, I hold one conviction above all others: Designers should be free to do what they do best - design. Every operation, process, or decision I influence is aimed at removing the friction that hinders creativity and innovation, allowing designers to thrive in their natural habitat. I regard operations as the backbone of any creative team - providing a structured yet flexible framework that fosters efficiency, enabling us to reach our goals in a timely manner without compromising quality. This, in turn, benefits not only the immediate team, but echoes throughout the entire organization.
In all of my efforts, I uphold the values of work-life balance, empathy, equality, curiosity, and user-centric research. I believe a thriving design team is a balanced one, cherishing life outside the office as much as professional growth. Equally important is creating a psychologically safe space for our team to explore, learn, and challenge each other in a respectful, empathetic way. By marrying these principles with operational excellence, we pave the way for success, one project at a time.
What it’s like working with me
I'm all about teamwork and trust. I see everyone on the team as an MVP, and I truly believe that when given space and trust, people shine. No micromanaging here – just listening, collaborating, and always having your back. And a fun fact? My neurodivergent brain gives me a unique way of piecing things together, kind of like solving an intricate puzzle. It also means I might be straightforward at times, but it’s all in the spirit of getting things on the right track, efficiently.