Most recently, I was a Director of Engineering at Venmo, where I led the Consumer Financial Services vertical, overseeing products like Venmo Teen Account, Venmo Credit Card, and Crypto Rewards, serving millions of users and generating significant revenue. With over 20 years in software engineering and leadership, I’ve focused on creating impactful, high-quality products in fintech and beyond.Currently, as an Engineering Manager at TriumphPay, I emphasize coaching, workshop facilitation, and cross-company initiatives to enhance collaboration and build high-performing teams. Recently, I designed and led company-wide Radical Candor workshops, empowering leaders across departments to foster constructive feedback cultures.Career "fun facts" include growing Venmo’s Chicago office from 2 to over 55 engineers and managing onshore and offshore teams; early work with Ethereum, including earning a Smart Contract certification in 2017; serving as an Engineering Manager on Hillary Clinton’s 2016 campaign; expanding Trunk Club's systems and launching Trunk Club for Women post-acquisition by Nordstrom; and advising entrepreneurs at Chicago TechStars. I’ve also done extensive pro bono consulting for non-technical professionals, helping them clarify and execute their technology needs.I hold a master’s from NYU’s Interactive Telecommunications Program (ITP), and over the years, I've enjoyed creating side projects that explore the playful side of technology—such as a Twitter poetry scraper and a “minimum viable cat” prototype developed at an Artist Residency in 2018. Additionally, I hold certifications in team and individual coaching, which enrich my approach as a leader and mentor, fostering a supportive, growth-focused environment for teams and individuals.