Experience continued
Arctic Wolf (Hybrid)
2021-2022
Senior UX Manager
Built UX research department from inception. Led creation of React design system reducing design debt by 20%. Hired and managed eight-person Design team.
- Built UX research department from inception
- Achieved 30% increase in user engagement
- Reduced design debt by 20%
- Hired & managed eight-person multidisciplinary team
InFlight Corporation (Hybrid)
2015-2021
Design Lead
Partnered with the founders to build a design system and enterprise product suite that helped win customers and contributed to an acquisition. Led designers and UI developers modernizing PeopleSoft workflows for Fortune 500 companies, with responsive design and accessibility across the suite.
- Directed design team and led design strategy
- Designed and built the Product Showcase marketing website, pairing product demos and customer stories with self-service publishing for marketing.
- Led design & implementation of all InFlight products
- Designed and implemented the InFlight design system, including responsive components, design tokens, and full light/dark mode support.
D2L Corporation (Kitchener)
2007-2015
Senior Product Designer - Team Lead
Worked with the CEO and customers on Harvard Business School experiences, Course Builder, and the Content redesign. Led design for Brightspace serving 15M+ learners, connecting company direction with user research, agile delivery, and team development.
- Led design of Brightspace serving 15M+ learners globally
- Championed transition to agile UX workflows
- Mentored and hired new product designers
Manulife Group Benefits (Kitchener)
2005-2007
Senior Business Information Specialist
Designed and developed internal tools for claims management and analytics. Built web applications automating workflows, dashboards, and reporting tools for leadership.