About Me

I'm an adaptable, detail-oriented professional who thrives on teamwork and resilience through creative problem-solving. From stage managing theatrical productions to designing graphics and building social media brands, I've always found ways to bring ideas to life. Early in my career, I tried to compartmentalize these creative outlets, thinking they were separate from "real work." That approach left me completely unfulfilled. The breakthrough came when I realized I didn't have to shelve my creativity at all—UX design was where I could blend my management experience, adaptability, team-focused approach, and detail-oriented mindset with creative problem-solving in one cohesive role.

My diverse creative background is my competitive advantage. Stage management taught me to orchestrate complex teams while managing multiple moving parts under pressure. Graphic design showed me how to navigate client relationships, tight deadlines, and iterative feedback cycles. My hospitality management experience honed my customer service skills and taught me how to anticipate user needs while navigating the challenging, ever-changing situations that define daily operations. My communications experience developed my research skills and ability to present compelling narratives. Each role built the foundation for what I do best: creating user experiences that solve real problems beautifully.

I'm the designer who obsesses over every pixel and interaction flow, but I've learned that perfection isn't the key to a great product—thoughtful iteration, transparent feedback loops, and user validation are. I also believe that a well-timed dad joke or pun can break creative tension and help teams think differently. Outside of work, I'm exploring immersive game worlds, discovering new music, experimenting with cocktail recipes, or on my infinite rewatch cycle of How I Met Your Mother and New Girl (seriously, I've lost count).

Now playing…

Destiny (Franchise), Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Halo (Franchise)

Michael’s Gaming Hall of Fame:

Occasional Rotation:

Lethal Company, Final Fantasy 7 Remake Risk of Rain 2, Age of Empires 2 Definitive Edition

Final Fantasy 7 Remake Key Art
Age of Empires 2 Key Art