I’ve always had strong opinions on how things could work better—whether it’s a subway map, an app, or the labyrinth that is most government websites. But for a long time, I didn’t realize that questioning everyday inefficiencies could actually be a career.
At my core, I’m a people person. I instinctively read people and situations, and I’m always looking for ways to remove friction, whether that’s through design or just being the person who holds the door open a second longer.
My background in international relations was, in some ways, UX on a macro scale—studying how policies shape people’s experiences, as well as the nuances that create friction. And when I worked in event design, my goal was the same as it is now: craft an experience so seamless that it feels effortless to everyone involved.
In my experience, the best solutions are often the simplest ones. I don’t believe in complexity for the sake of it—if a design feels like it’s trying too hard, it probably is. That said, I’m not about stripping things down to soulless minimalism. I like clean, intuitive interfaces, but always try to sneak in a little whimsy.
If I had to sum myself up? I’m approachable, detail-oriented, and mildly obsessed with usability. I’m the person who makes friends in the checkout line but also the one who rewrites poorly structured restaurant menus in my head. My designs are thoughtful, user-first, and never take themselves too seriously—kind of like me.
