Thrilled to join Spin Master to bring the next generation of iconic toys to life. I'm focused on future product strategy. In summary, PLAY ALL DAY! Spin Master is a top global toy and entertainment company known for its brands like Paw Patrol, Hatchimals, Kinetic Sand, Rubik's Cube, and more recently Melissa & Doug and a partnership with Ms. Rachel.

Voltage Vixens is a course about home electrification, renewable energy, and climate tech. In six weeks, the course teaches how to switch from gas to electric appliances, navigate the rebates, and have fun along the way.

- Co-founded and launched Wildgrid, from idea to prototype to mature software platform - Secured $750K in pre-seed funding from VCs, enabling Wildgrid Solar to expand operations, enhance platform features, and accelerate growth.- Named to the prestigious "Grist50" list of 50 top climate leaders of 2023, testament to commitment to sustainable energy solutions and environmental stewardship.- Attracted and onboarded founding design team comprising skilled UX designer, content creator, and marketing designer, enhancing user experience and brand presence.- Led user-centered product development process, establishing user feedback loops to validate user experience goals- Led efforts to scale user base from zero to serving customers in 49 states, establishing Wildgrid as nationwide marketplace for home electrification education

At Grouphug, we make ridiculously good looking solar panels that are easy to use. Because renewable energy shouldn't be so complicated. Featured on ABC's Shark Tank, The Today Show, People.com, CNET, & CNBC.com.- Pitched Grouphug Solar on ABC's Shark Tank, securing strategic angel investment from Mark Cuban, which accelerated growth and market presence.- Lead development of remarkably attractive and user-friendly solar panels, designing to simplify solar adoption for average person. - Invented and patented the Window Solar Charger and Solar Cat (cat-shaped solar panel)- Raised impressive $70K on Kickstarter, demonstrating strong public support and demand for innovative solar products.- Garnered extensive media coverage, with features on People.com, the Today Show, CNET, and CNBC, showcasing products and vision to broad audience.

Spearheaded the rebrand of Solar United Neighbors, trailblazing solar nonprofit founded in 2007. Managed social media channels and led creative strategy for fundraising and advocacy campaigns.

Part of the adjunct faculty at the School of Visual Arts - Master's in Interaction Design program. Co-teaching a course called 'Smart Objects' about how to design & build products that bridge the physical & digital worlds.

Part of the adjunct faculty in the MFA Design & Technology Program teaching interaction design.

NYC Media Lab’s Combine is a venture platform to advance entrepreneurship in emerging media technology. The Combine offers a lean startup accelerator for university startups, corporate intrapreneurship programs, and executive education. Its goal is to help entrepreneurs and innovative companies take advantage of NYC Media Lab's community and the City's thriving technology ecosystem.

Excited to join the NJIT College of Architecture & Design teaching courses in the School of Industrial Design.Fall 2015: Product development processes [manufacturing, materials, how to bring a product to market]Fall 2016: Intro to Interactive Product Design

littleBits makes an open source library of electronic modules that snap together with tiny magnets for prototyping and play. Our mission is to put the power of electronics in the hands of everyone. Raised $60M+ of venture capital funding and acquired by Sphero in 2018. - Founding member of littleBits and employee #3 - Managed a dynamic team of over 10 talented designers, fostering a collaborative and innovativeenvironment- Drove the strategic development of a product portfolio, resulting in a substantial revenue generation of $30M.- Pioneered the establishment of user testing lab to gather valuable feedback on new products, facilitating iterative design improvements and enhancing overall user satisfaction.- Initiated user-centered design principles into the product development cycle, resulting in user-friendly electronic modules.- Collaborated with educators and educational institutions to promote STEAM learning through littleBits' innovative platform.- Contributed to acquisition of littleBits by Sphero, expanding company's reach and impact in education technology industry.Previous positions at littleBits:Director of Product Design, February 2015 - December 2017 Product Design Lead, October 2014 - February 2015Product Designer & Manager, August 2013 - October 2014Industrial Designer, June 2012 - August 2013Industrial Design Intern, March 2012 to June 2012

The Product team ensures the design of littleBits products delivers the most transformative, intuitive, and empowering experience possible.Our goal is to transform every user into an inventor, so we elevate (and obsess over) what it's like to invent with littleBits. As the Director of Product Design, I lead a team of Product Designers to develop our product lines, including new kits and the usability of new Bits. I also work closely with different teams (Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, Web, Marketing) to develop and execute new products from ideation through manufacturing and fulfillment.

We believe the key to real change is encouraging & connecting with the community. That’s why we produce an annual show during NYC Design Week around a big, relevant issue. The Grouphug Collective is a group of fiesty designers who want to create designs that make a positive impact on the world (even a tiny one).

Writer for Crisp Green, a blog devoted to sustainability. Crisp Green reports on the freshest, crispest new designs, technology, and ideas in the world. Read more: http://crispgreen.com/about/

Multidisciplinary design services including: product development, 3D product modeling, brand identity, graphic design, & web design.

Developed medical devices for immunization programs in developing countries. Collaborated with faculty from Georgia Tech's School of Mechanical Engineering.

Designed the 2010 Natural Leaders Awards. Participated in energy and pollution audits. Designed and re-branded promotional materials such as the Division brochure and monthly e-newsletter.

Conducted technical and legislative research on emerging technologies in order to create an open flow of communication between scientists, engineers, and policy makers.

Created & conducted research experiment to reduce individual trash output to zero. Experiment featured on Core77: http://tiny.cc/ynpyzVisit Closed Loop at http://theclosedloop.org.

Created concepts for a new line of decorative lighting pendants. Made presentations to executive showcasing concepts in the form of 2D hand sketches, marker renders, and 3D computer models.

Constructed samples of toys, packaging concepts, presentation boards.