Living in the suburbs of Chicago, I have a lot of commuting men and women in my life. Many of them have early departures and return home late in the evenings. Many have also reported that they were negatively affected -at the workplace and at home - by their commutes.
Hello!
I'm an Industrial Designer by trade and ceramicist and creative hobby collector for fun.
I am currently an Industrial Designer at Kids 2, working on iconic brands like Baby Einstein and Bright Starts. My focus is on early development learning and play in the infant space.
Before that, I was an Industrial Designer at Newell Brands, working on brands like Elmer's, Sharpie, Papermate, Expo, and DYMO..
Across those two companies, I've had a focus in Generative AI workflow adoption and education.
I graduated from University of Illinois (Urbana-Champaign) with a BFA in Industrial Design. I started my creative journey as a potter and ceramic sculptor, which actually led me down the path of Industrial Design.
I'm passionate about designing with empathy — creating products that are both physically and emotionally durable, enriching people's lives and homes. Whether it's through playful toys or timeless objects, I'm driven by the magic of making and the joy of thoughtful design.
