TL;DR -
I bridge technology and human needs to create seamless interactions by blending years of technical expertise with a user-centered approach.
TL;DR -
I bridge technology and human needs to create seamless interactions by blending years of technical expertise with a user-centered approach.
TL;DR -
I bridge technology and human needs to create seamless interactions by blending years of technical expertise with a user-centered approach.
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Complex design and usability challenges require smart, human-centered solutions. I help you navigate the demands of extreme environments, AI-driven interactions, and spatial UI/UX to create products that are intuitive, effective, and built for real-world use.
With expertise in Usability Engineering and functional product design, I focus on designing experiences that seamlessly connect people with technology; reducing friction, enhancing efficiency, and minimizing risk.
Whether refining workflows, developing intelligent systems, or exploring new interaction models, I bring a strategic, iterative approach to unlock new possibilities and deliver real value to your users.
Experience (abridged)
Product Design Lead • 2021 - Current
Collaborated with internal engineers and designers to develop Magic Leap Assist, Workshop, and Spectator, enhancing internal product offerings.
Accelerated adoption of spatial medical applications using Magic Leap 2 AR technology, helping teams derisk and streamline development.
Author of 'Human Interface Guidelines – Medical Applications', a validated industry standard for AR interactions in healthcare.
Partnered with engineering teams to solve customer challenges, create effective platform services, and develop AR applications from strategy to 3D asset generation.
Sr. Industrial Designer • 2013 - 2021
Lead designer & project manager for multidisciplinary teams, delivering medical technology solutions for Fortune 500 companies and individual innovators. Expertise in FDA-regulated industries, including in vitro diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, med-tech, and surgical devices.
Built and led UI/UX initiatives, creating training programs, onboarding processes, and industry-compliant design solutions. Skilled in human-centered research, usability evaluations (IEC 62366), and strategic branding. Experienced in mentoring, recruiting, and team leadership to drive innovation.
Industrial Designer • 2009 - 2013
Partnered with clients to identify their needs and develop product design solutions that balanced user experience, functionality, and business goals. Experience spans scientific instrumentation, consumer electronics, home appliances, and robotics.
Industrial Designer • 2006 - 2009
Designed award-winning solutions across sports, military, transportation, and med-tech industries, earning two Medical Design Excellence Awards.
Partnered with mechanical engineering and prototyping teams to ensure concept feasibility, delivering innovative products in hand tools, consumer goods, and medical systems.
Speaking and Volunteering
BFA Program Advisor • 2016 - 2017
Advisor to the Dean of design on the course curriculum and staffing for the newly formed industrial and User Experience Design major at MICA.
Speaker • Thuoght Leaders Series • 2019
Presented on the importance of incorporating Universal Design into the medical product development process to a group of undergraduate industrial designers, mechanical engineers, and industry professionals.
Speaker • UI/UX in the medical field • 2018
Presented on the UI/UX process in a regulated environment, research methodology, and the benefits of early risk management through prototyping and frequent usability evaluations.
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Experience (abridged)
Product Design Lead • 2021 - Current
Collaborated with internal engineers and designers to develop Magic Leap Assist, Workshop, and Spectator, enhancing internal product offerings.
Accelerated adoption of spatial medical applications using Magic Leap 2 AR technology, helping teams derisk and streamline development.
Author of 'Human Interface Guidelines – Medical Applications', a validated industry standard for AR interactions in healthcare.
Partnered with engineering teams to solve customer challenges, create effective platform services, and develop AR applications from strategy to 3D asset generation.
Sr. Industrial Designer • 2013 - 2021
Lead designer & project manager for multidisciplinary teams, delivering medical technology solutions for Fortune 500 companies and individual innovators. Expertise in FDA-regulated industries, including in vitro diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, med-tech, and surgical devices.
Built and led UI/UX initiatives, creating training programs, onboarding processes, and industry-compliant design solutions. Skilled in human-centered research, usability evaluations (IEC 62366), and strategic branding. Experienced in mentoring, recruiting, and team leadership to drive innovation.
Industrial Designer • 2009 - 2013
Partnered with clients to identify their needs and develop product design solutions that balanced user experience, functionality, and business goals. Experience spans scientific instrumentation, consumer electronics, home appliances, and robotics.
Industrial Designer • 2006 - 2009
Designed award-winning solutions across sports, military, transportation, and med-tech industries, earning two Medical Design Excellence Awards.
Partnered with mechanical engineering and prototyping teams to ensure concept feasibility, delivering innovative products in hand tools, consumer goods, and medical systems.
Speaking and Volunteering
BFA Program Advisor • 2016 - 2017
Advisor to the Dean of design on the course curriculum and staffing for the newly formed industrial and User Experience Design major at MICA.
Speaker • Thuoght Leaders Series • 2019
Presented on the importance of incorporating Universal Design into the medical product development process to a group of undergraduate industrial designers, mechanical engineers, and industry professionals.
Speaker • UI/UX in the medical field • 2018
Presented on the UI/UX process in a regulated environment, research methodology, and the benefits of early risk management through prototyping and frequent usability evaluations.