Researcher, Designer, Strategist
I thrive being comfortable with the uncomfortable. I exceed in translating people’s needs into business value.
Work
Experience
2022 - Present
Researcher & Design Strategist @ IA Collaborative
Working on multidisciplinary teams—both internal and clients—to plan and conduct qualitative research, synthesize research into compelling design and business recommendations, and plan and facilitate engaging workshops
Summer 2021
Insights & Experience Strategy Intern @ J&J Design
The J&J Design Studio is the internal design team of Johnson & Johnson, and creates compelling end-user solutions on a global basis across all the Company’s business groups : Consumer, Healthcare, Corporate Brand Design and Corporate Communications.
The Studio is comprised of graphic, digital and industrial design disciplines as well as UX/UI, CGI and Design Operations categories. JJD numbers well over 100 professionals, many with advanced degrees in their chosen design specialties.
Education
2020 - 2022
Northwestern University | Master’s Degree
Engineering Design Innovation
Focus in Design Research & Healthcare
2016 - 2020
Northwestern University | Bachelor's Degree
Biomedical Engineering
Minor in Global Health Studies
Abilities
Anthropologist
Avid people watcher with talent in generating insights from the surrounding environment
Cross Pollinator
Excels at pattern discovery and sense-making; enthusiastic jigsaw and crossword puzzle solver
Empathetic Storyteller
Strong communication skills; adept at translating user observations into compelling business opportunities
Inclusive Ideator
Vibrant brainstormer; enjoys thinking abstractly and searching for solutions that encapture the needs of all users
Strong Initiative
A people person with a bias towards action; naturally builds collaborative environments; background and passion for team sports