Resume
Work
Experience
2018 - present
Nike | Sr Design Manager
Created CMF Design Direction and Strategy for the world's largest footwear portfolios. Leveraging trend data and color expertise, drove double digit growth every season on $16B+ business.
2016 - 2018
Nike | Expert Innovator (CMF)
Designed the future of Nike Color through innovations across Footwear and Apparel for Performance, Lifestyle, Men's and Women's.
2011 - 2016
Nike | Color Designer
Lead Color Design Strategy, Direction, and Execution on high profile Nike Running Footwear franchises.
2009
Marcel Wanders Studio | Intern
Supported Interior and Furniture Design teams.
Education
2008 - 2010
Cranbrook Academy of Art Master of Fine Arts Degree
Studied furniture and textile design in the 3D Design Program with a thesis on the emotional power of design and ornamentation.
2004 - 2008
University of Iowa
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree
Skills
& Expertise
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Strategist. I excel at mapping out the best path forward to maximize impact.
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Visionary. I approach the world with my eyes wide open and see opportunity and inspiration everywhere I look.
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Leader. I lead with empathy, inclusion, and curiosity to maximize talent and amplify the joy of creativity.
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Color / Material / Finish technical expert.
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Trend analyst.