Journal

I recently caught up with Alex Smith, Co-Founder at Fuego UX on their Design Leader Insights Podcast to chat shop on what it looks like to design for law enforcement.

Continue reading “Design Leader Insights Podcast: Designing for Law Enforcement”

I had the pleasure of joining forces with other UX leaders to speak at UXDX Conference.

Continue reading “UXDX Conference: Simplifying Design Processes for Team Efficiency”

I recently got invited to talk at UX Live. The focus of my talk was designing for public safety, why it’s different, and a practical example.

Continue reading “Tech Circus UX Live: Designing for Public Safety”

I joined up with TDA Creative for the Future of Design Forum to share some of the lessons I’ve learned in my career that helped me gain new perspectives.

Continue reading “Future Of Design Forum: Diary of a Product Design Director”

Recently, I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Seth Coelen on The Product Design Podcast by UX Cabin. During the interview, I shared some insights on how to take your career to the next level and build a name for yourself in the industry.

Continue reading “The Product Design Podcast by UX Cabin”

I’m officially a member of the ADPList mentor club! As a mentor, I have the privilege of guiding designers from over 40 countries with portfolio reviews, mock interviews, career, and leadership advice.

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Dear 2020, you didn’t go to plan. But that’s OK. I don’t blame you.
Continue reading “2020 Wrapped”

4 weeks ago; I lost a job I loved, a team that I believed in, an annual bonus, and my US immigration status.

Today I accepted a dream job offer.

I wanted to write something about that experience. What I learned, how I felt, and the process of finding a job in a global pandemic.

Continue reading “Always Adventure-Ready”

Tuesday, March 31, I lost my job, alongside 349 teammates due to the spread of COVID-19.
Continue reading “That Hurt”