I design awesomeazing products people love to use.
I design products people love to use.

Over the past 20+ years, I've shaped digital experiences used by millions daily. My journey spans from my first website in the late 90s to leading teams of nearly 100 UX designers, researchers, and product managers across global organizations.

I blend strategic vision with pragmatism, guiding teams through transformative projects at both startups and Fortune 500 companies. My focus remains consistent: creating intuitive experiences that solve complex problems while delivering business results.

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Thought Leadership

As an O'Reilly Media bestselling author, books have been translated into more than a dozen languages and established industry standards in their fields. My published work spans multiple domains:

  • Human-centered product development and design systems
  • User experience strategy and ambient UX innovation
  • Data visualization and enterprise analytics solutions
  • Digital marketing and engagement architectures
  • Brand identity and design language systems

Speaking & Industry Influence

I’m a sought-after speaker who transforms complex concepts into accessible, actionable insights for global audiences. My presentations at leading industry events—including Optimizely Opticon, OSCON, Digital Book World, and Frankfurt Book Fair—combine technical depth with engaging delivery that resonates long after the event concludes.

Optimizely Opticon
O'Reilly OSCON
Digital Book World

Beyond Technology

My passion for interdisciplinary thinking extends beyond traditional technology boundaries—I’ve published scholarly articles on Shakespearean literature, bringing analytical depth and historical perspective to classic works, including creating an education app with 30+ million downloads.