About

 With a foundation in physical product design, I began my career designing off-road motorcycle gear for Giant Loop Moto before discovering my passion for digital experiences during an internship at Trip Pilot, a group adventure planning app. That shift led me to become the sole product designer at Trip Pilot, where I managed the full design lifecycle and shaped the product’s evolution.

I then moved into emergency response technology at Active911, leading end-to-end design for mission-critical tools that supported first responders. Later, I joined Roadpass Digital to design consumer travel apps, collaborating with a talented team to deliver intuitive, accessible solutions that improved engagement and usability. Most recently, I’ve focused on public service at Ad Hoc, improving federal digital services for agencies like Veterans Affairs and the Social Security Administration —work that strengthened my commitment to creating inclusive, impactful experiences.

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Combining expertise in inclusive design and accessibility with a passion for solving complex problems, I’m dedicated to crafting meaningful digital products that make life easier for real people.

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I'm a proud trans/nonbinary individual and use they/them pronouns.

I currently live in Missoula, Montana to chase my passions for skiing, river surfing, and camping. I also love motorcycling, travelling, and exploring different art mediums.

Most recently I've been into stained glass and crocheting.

Why I'm great to work with:

🌈   Enthusiastic and warm personality, making collaboration easy and enjoyable

✨   Receptive to stakeholder feedback and collaboration throughout the design process

🧠​   Fast learner through active listening, extensive research, and fearless experimentation

🎨   Master of the product lifecycle, from market research to post-launch iterations

❤️   Dedicated to crafting joyful digital experiences that enhance people's lives

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Background

Education

University of Montana, May 2028

Master of Fine Arts - Game Design and Interactive Media

University of Minnesota, May 2017

Bachelor of Science - Individualized Studies

Humanitarian Product Design: Product Design, Cultural Anthropology, Sustainable Sytems Management

Certifications

Figma UI UX Design Advanced, Udemy, December 2024

Product Psychology Masterclass, Growth.Design, November 2024

Design Powered by Data, LinkedIn Learning, October 2023

Designing Microinteractions with Figma, LinkedIn Learning, September 2023

Design Accessibility, Uxcel, August 2023

HTML for Designers, Uxcel, August 2023

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