About Me

I am an executive design leader, entrepreneur, and public speaker who works at the intersection of policy, technology, and design. As co-founder of Plural, a civic technology company, I lead design and marketing strategy to make advocacy and public participation more accessible through AI-powered tools. As founder of Vantwerp, a design and innovation studio, I partner with mission-driven organizations and brands to craft future-ready identities, digital experiences, and environments that drive meaningful change.

My career began in policy analysis, where I learned to navigate complexity and translate big-picture ideas into action. I later transitioned into product and experience design, bringing a systems-level perspective to challenges ranging from brand identity and UX/UI design to digital transformation and civic innovation.

Over the past decade, I’ve collaborated with startups, nonprofits, universities, and Fortune 500 companies, guiding cross-disciplinary teams to solve complex challenges with clarity and creativity. My work also extends into art and design advisory, interiors, and curation, where I help clients shape spaces, collections, and experiences that inspire.

At the heart of everything I do is a belief that design is not just about aesthetics—it’s about empowerment, accessibility, and creating systems that enable people to act with purpose.