ABOUT
I use creativity as the ultimate smart tool. I am passionate about design and storytelling. With a unique set of creative skills and experience, I take a holistic approach to every project, applying a considered mix of skills and creative thinking. As a small, independent studio group by choice, I embrace the benefits of being quick, smart, and flexible, fostering critical thinking and delivering more creative value. I am the creator of the work and the primary contact for every project, ensuring a personal and dedicated approach to each design role I undertake.
With extensive experience in retail and experiential design, I excel at merging brand identities with functional and engaging environments, launching successful retail spaces globally. My leadership style emphasizes collaboration and innovation, guiding teams from concept to execution, and ensuring each project captivates and satisfies customers. I work across diverse settings, from global retailers to upscale boutiques and big-box stores, each project noted for its creativity, strategic insight, and technical precision.
Getting There: My Method for Designing Impactful Spaces
Each project starts with a deep dive into the customer journey to identify crucial insights that enhance their experience. I focus on fully understanding these insights to create memorable interactions right from the start. Early in the design process, I use my 3D visualization skills to bring ideas to life, ensuring clarity and team alignment.
Collaboration is key to my approach. I believe that integrating diverse perspectives helps refine and elevate our designs, transforming mere spaces into resonant, transformative experiences for everyone involved.
EXPERIENCE
AXL WRGHT BUREAU OF DESIGN
CONTRACT - CREATIVE DIRECTOR, 2020 - Current
STARCH CREATIVE
FOUNDER / PARTNER / CHIEF CREATIVE OFFICER, 2015 - 2020
VANS / VF OUTDOOR
SR. DIRECTOR / GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN 2010 - 2015
FOX RACING
DIRECTOR - GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN, 2005 - 2010