It makes me a better collaborator with co-workers, and a more empathetic designer for users. It helps me write content that makes learners feel understood, and rescue abandoned kitties that need extra care in my down time.

My background is diverse — including designing and creating technical training, conducting qualitative UX research, and front-end web design and development.

In my free time I enjoy rescuing kitties and thrifting, restoring antique furniture, gardening, sculpting, painting, and video games.