Designer
(Problem Solver) by choice
About Me
I'm a product designer who loves solving complex problems in software that people actually use every day, whether that's dispatchers planning flights or patients managing their healthcare insurance.
With over 20 years of experience in design and 5+ years focused on product/UX, I've learned that great design isn't just about making things look good; it's about deeply understanding users, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering experiences that move the needle on business goals.
I've worked across various platforms, including aviation, healthcare, insurance, and travel, designing everything from safety-critical workflows to consumer mobile apps. What excites me most is solving design challenges like puzzles, identifying the constraints, testing solutions, and fitting each piece together until the full user experience clicks into place.
When I'm not designing, you'll find me 4-wheeling in the Colorado mountains with my husband and two wonderful kids.
Education
AI Courses (2026)
• ChatGPT Prompting
• AI Portfolio Building
• CLAUDE
• MidJourney
Continued Education
Figma - Advanced Training Certification (04/2026)
BYOL
2021-2022
Springboard Bootcamp
UX Design Certification
Continued Education
Coursiv
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• Lovable
• Gemini
• Jasper
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GRADUATED
Westwood College of Technology
Associate Degree, Graphic Design & Multimedia
Figma - Essentials Training Certification (08/2024)
Completed Figma Advanced Training through BYOL, an intensive course focused on mastering advanced design systems and scalable UI practices. Developed expertise in auto layout, responsive design frameworks, component architecture, and interactive prototyping, alongside advanced animation and media integration. Applied AI-assisted workflows and accessibility best practices to real-world design challenges, culminating in fully realized course projects. Recognized with a certificate of completion and a merit distinction for achieving a perfect score across all knowledge assessments.
Completed Figma Essentials Training through BYOL, building a strong foundation in user-centered design and interface creation. Gained hands-on experience with personas, briefs, wireframing, and design systems, alongside developing proficiency in typography, color, and component libraries. Created high-fidelity prototypes and responsive layouts using auto layout and variable components, while applying best practices for collaboration, developer handoff, and usability testing. Successfully demonstrated these skills through completed projects and course assessments.
