About me
As an experienced product design leader, I thrive on turning big ideas into reality with collaborative teamwork. As a leader, I create an environment where design and cross-functional partnerships shine.
With extensive experience, I’ve led design teams to build large-scale applications by tapping into each member’s motivation. I’ve also been key in shaping brand and marketing strategies for startups.
I currently lead Profile, Pages, Messaging, and Groups design teams at LinkedIn, after managing various teams across the consumer app at LinkedIn. Previously, I directed product design at Pinterest, driving growth, content optimization, and advertising tools.
Experience
09.2018 – present
Design Director, Product Design
As leader of an incubation team, I’ve shaped the future of the LinkedIn app, focusing on pioneering 0-to-1 projects and reimagining large-scale features. I directed the integration of generative AI features in Messaging and Profile, enhancing communication and self-presentation for members. I also orchestrated major initiatives like a new design language, WCAG 2.1 accessibility compliance, and the introduction of dark mode. I’ve led teams across key areas of the consumer app, including Home feed, Profile, Pages, Messaging, and Groups, as well as horizontal teams like Premium, Trust, Infra UX, and Navigation IA.
05.2017 – 08.2018
Design Director, Product Design
Led a product design team focused on user growth, content optimization, and advertising tools. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to set product vision, strategy, roadmap, and goals. Created the conditions for great work to be done by my team. Primarily around design but also with product management, research, and engineering.
02.2011 – 01.2017
Flite (acquired by Snap)
Head of Product Design
Led a team of UX designers, product managers, and creative designers. Collaborated with marketing and engineering to implement agile processes and tools for product usage analysis. Drove the design and development of the Flite creative management platform for ad creation and campaign management. Directed the innovation of Velocity, a vertical video ad builder for Snapchat, Instagram, and Facebook.
05.2006 – 02.2011
Widgetbox
Director of UX Design
Managed a team of user experience designers handling product design, UX mockups, and interface design. Coordinated with product marketing and engineering, contributing to the growth of Widgetbox web widgets and the launch of Widgetbox Mobile web apps.
Education
1988 – 1990
Art Institute of Atlanta
Associates, Visual Communications
Skills
Design leadership
Accessibility and inclusive design
UX / product design
Product strategy
Information architecture
Brand strategy and identity design
Publications
Adobe Press 2005
CreativePro 2000 – 2004
Macworld 2000