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Two decades of creative product experience in leadership roles, I specialize in designing refined, seamless visual identities across all product touchpoints. I have a strong track record of leading product design teams, both onsite and overseas, at fast-growing SaaS companies, including Magnit Global, where I played a pivotal role in the design team through a $2.2B acquisition in late 2021.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
Cape Elizabeth, ME
Magnit Global
Magnit Global
A little bit about me
When I'm not designing software, you can find me on the trails, training for my next ultramarathon (hip-surgery April '24 has set me back a smidge), or in the studio creating art. I've been making artwork since I was knee-high to a duck; it serves as a perfect palette cleanser after staring at a laptop screen all day. I find the process both cathartic and meditative, allowing me to recharge creatively.
I recently moved to Maine with my wife and our two kids (ages 10 and 3). Having lived in NYC, SF, and Miami, returning to the area where I grew up to raise my family is an incredible experience.
Experience
Senior Director of UI/UX • 2016 - Current
Re-architected core applications across web, iOS, and Android
Introduced scalable design systems in both React and Angular
Standardized accessibility practices (2.1 AA WCAG compliance)
Led global team across time zones; embedded design tightly with PM & Eng
Impact: Increased design-to-dev efficiency by 40%, reduced support tickets by 15%, and ensured product readiness for acquisition due diligence
Founding Product Designer • 2017 - 2019
Working with top tech companies like Square, Evernote, Doordash, and Avast I’ve led design creating innovative screenshots, new icons, and logo variations in app stores to acquire more users via testing and optimization. Established processes and efficiencies for the team to follow and expedite delivery of artifacts.
Product Designer • 2015-2016
Helping to design new features and eventual redesign of the flagship app, Hotspot Shield. This was a consumer VPN company where I wore a lot of hats, moving between brand, marketing, and product.
VP Creative Director • 2009-2015
Through design initiatives rose sales 45% in over 4 years, generating increased profit of $2 Million dollars. Visited and worked with clients domestically and internationally to facilitate all aspects of the sales process. Responsible for all aspects of brand strategy, Implementation, and sales. Worked exclusively with clients creating and designing patterns that could be translated into carpets. Oversaw production on all orders requiring design before being sent to manufacturers. Met with weavers and inspected work in Nepal.
Skills
UX DESIGN
STRATEGY
WEB DESIGN
UI DESIGN
USER RESEARCH
ILLUSTRATION
Available as a consultant & advisor
I have a unique background between art and design which can be helpful in company strategy. From branding, positioning, and product design, I am very capable of translating complex ideas into solutions.
If you'd like to reach out
A little bit about me
When I'm not designing software, you can find me on the trails, training for my next ultramarathon (hip-surgery April '24 has set me back a smidge), or in the studio creating art. I've been making artwork since I was knee-high to a duck; it serves as a perfect palette cleanser after staring at a laptop screen all day. I find the process both cathartic and meditative, allowing me to recharge creatively.
I recently moved to Maine with my wife and our two kids (ages 10 and 3). Having lived in NYC, SF, and Miami, returning to the area where I grew up to raise my family is an incredible experience.
Experience
Senior Director of UI/UX • 2016 - Current
Re-architected core applications across web, iOS, and Android
Introduced scalable design systems in both React and Angular
Standardized accessibility practices (2.1 AA WCAG compliance)
Led global team across time zones; embedded design tightly with PM & Eng
Impact: Increased design-to-dev efficiency by 40%, reduced support tickets by 15%, and ensured product readiness for acquisition due diligence
Founding Product Designer • 2017 - 2019
Working with top tech companies like Square, Evernote, Doordash, and Avast I’ve led design creating innovative screenshots, new icons, and logo variations in app stores to acquire more users via testing and optimization. Established processes and efficiencies for the team to follow and expedite delivery of artifacts.
Product Designer • 2015-2016
Helping to design new features and eventual redesign of the flagship app, Hotspot Shield. This was a consumer VPN company where I wore a lot of hats, moving between brand, marketing, and product.
VP Creative Director • 2009-2015
Through design initiatives rose sales 45% in over 4 years, generating increased profit of $2 Million dollars. Visited and worked with clients domestically and internationally to facilitate all aspects of the sales process. Responsible for all aspects of brand strategy, Implementation, and sales. Worked exclusively with clients creating and designing patterns that could be translated into carpets. Oversaw production on all orders requiring design before being sent to manufacturers. Met with weavers and inspected work in Nepal.
Skills
UX DESIGN
STRATEGY
WEB DESIGN
UI DESIGN
USER RESEARCH
ILLUSTRATION
Available as a consultant & advisor
I have a unique background between art and design which can be helpful in company strategy. From branding, positioning, and product design, I am very capable of translating complex ideas into solutions.