About me

My goal is to build user-centred teams that drive value to global solutions.

My professional journey has been enriched by collaborating with diverse clients and employers, ranging from innovative fintech startups to established players in the energy and oil & gas sectors. Each partnership has deepened my expertise in delivering user-centric UX designs that drive industry progress.

Calgary-based UX Design Leader with over 20 years of experience in leadership and product design, working with large corporations, governments, and small startups in Latin America, North America, and Europe.

I have a track record of success in building and leading teams that drive product innovation and improve user experiences, utilizing multiple design tools and approaches. My diverse global experience allows me to effectively collaborate with stakeholders and design for a range of users.

I have specialized in leading multicultural remote teams, skilled at tackling complex challenges and innovation.

As Co-Founder of IncluCity Calgary and the Executive Director of Calgary UX. I am dedicated to improving mechanisms for diverse talent and voices to be heard in the tech industry and increasing awareness of the importance of creating technology that serves everyone—also working on innovating the Energy Industry as a Lead UX Designer at the Technology + Innovation Lab at Enbridge.

I am passionate about design and believe in supporting and mentoring junior designers through initiatives like the Amazing Design People List, Design Lab, PathWay Pro, University of Alberta Mentorship Program and Information Design at MRU. I value compassion and understanding and strive to create a kinder and more humane world.

Professional Timeline

My last 10 years as a User Experience Design Professional

December 2019 - Present

Calgary UX
Executive Director

Developing strategies for community involvement with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

October 2021 - Present

Cofounder
IncluCity Calgary

Building and leading teams, developing comprehensive usability testing programs.

April 2021 - Present

Enbridge
Lead UX Designer

Collaborated on critical infrastructure projects, B2B Solutions, and Enterprise Applications.

September 2011 - Present

Sensed Solutions
UX Designer/Owner

Managing Design Studio specializing in UX/UI Design, Product Design, and Mobile App Design.

January 2018 - April 2021

Paysafe Group
UX Design Lead

Design Lead for various initiatives including IncomeAccess and Digital Wallets.

May 2016 - October 2017

DocBoss
Lead UX Designer

Complete redesign of flagship product and information architecture for new products.

Complete redesign of flagship product and information architecture for new products.

May 2016 - October 2017

Oildex
Senior UX Designer

Visualized user-centered design solutions for procurement to pay workflows.

March 2015 - June 2015

ADP, Lead UX Designer

Focused on user-centred design solutions in an Agile environment.

August 2013 - January 2015

MyMobileCoverage, User Experience Lead

Led app design initiatives and product development for various international clients

My work

I created three portfolios highlighting UX design versatility, tech leadership, and innovation across industries.

Open Access

UX Design for Internet of Things

Open Access

UX Design for Fintech

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