I found my way to UX through my love of reading. My background is in English literature education and I love helping people learn to enjoy reading and learn critical thinking, to figure out how words and expectations make meaning, to be able to pull it apart and put it back together again. What I love about UX is that those same skills of critical thinking, empathy and curiosity can be applied to apps and websites, to learning what users need, how they expect things to work, and helping create things that are both useful and beautiful.

I'm a visionary UX-focused project and product manager with 8+ years leading cross-functional teams in building intuitive, high-impact native iOS and cross-platform applications. Rooted in a deep understanding of user-centered design and the complexities of technical implementation, I bring a disciplined, strategic mindset to every phase of the product lifecycle. I thrive in mission-driven environments—especially in the non-profit and labor sectors—where clarity, efficiency, and user trust are critical. 

Known for being discerning, adaptable, and deeply curious, I set teams up for success by eliminating roadblocks, sharpening priorities, and amplifying the strengths of those around me. I make people feel heard and help them move forward with focus and confidence. My work is thoughtful, effective, and relentlessly user-friendly—products that empower users by simplifying complexity, reducing friction, and relying on recognition rather than recall. Tenacious yet approachable, I bring the energy, clarity, and commitment needed to deliver game-changing tools that serve real people and real missions. 

Besides reading, I also enjoy gardening, watching things grow and take shape slowly over time. I have two dogs and countless roses.