Resume

As a seasoned Product Design Leader and Designer, I craft user-centered, scalable experiences that balance business goals with design excellence. With over 15 years of experience, I bridge strategy and execution—driving discovery, research, and hands-on design across AI-driven, mobile, and enterprise products.

I build clarity and alignment across teams while contributing directly to design systems, prototyping, and UX strategy. Whether shaping vision, mentoring designers, or rolling up my sleeves to design, I bring empathy, creativity, and operational rigor to every challenge.

As a seasoned Product Design Leader and Designer, I craft user-centered, scalable experiences that balance business goals with design excellence. With over 15 years of experience, I bridge strategy and execution—driving discovery, research, and hands-on design across AI-driven, mobile, and enterprise products.

I build clarity and alignment across teams while contributing directly to design systems, prototyping, and UX strategy. Whether shaping vision, mentoring designers, or rolling up my sleeves to design, I bring empathy, creativity, and operational rigor to every challenge.

As a seasoned Product Design Leader and Designer, I craft user-centered, scalable experiences that balance business goals with design excellence. With over 15 years of experience, I bridge strategy and execution—driving discovery, research, and hands-on design across AI-driven, mobile, and enterprise products.

I build clarity and alignment across teams while contributing directly to design systems, prototyping, and UX strategy. Whether shaping vision, mentoring designers, or rolling up my sleeves to design, I bring empathy, creativity, and operational rigor to every challenge.

EXPERIENCE

EXPERIENCE

Senior Manager, Product Design

Senior Manager, Product Design

Senior Manager, Product Design

03/2024 - 05/2025

03/2024 - 05/2025

06/2024 - 05/2025

ServiceNow

ServiceNow

ServiceNow

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

  • Led AI-powered UX initiatives for Workplace Services, cutting task completion time by 80%.

  • Directed cross-platform UX strategy to ensure cohesion and usability across enterprise products.

  • Developed system-level prototypes, storyboards, and frameworks for Health & Safety experiences.

  • Strengthened design operations and accessibility standards across global teams.

  • Mentored designers in research-led, scalable design practices that improved quality and consistency.

Manager, Product Design

Manager, Product Design

Manager, Product Design

06/2021 - 03/2024

06/2021 - 03/2024

06/2024 - 05/2025

ServiceNow

ServiceNow

ServiceNow

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

  • Delivered AI-driven workflow improvements for HR and Workplace Services products.

  • Partnered with Product and Engineering to implement scalable, accessible design systems.

  • Established repeatable design operations processes to streamline delivery and alignment.

  • Mentored and coached designers in prototyping, UX strategy, and cross-functional collaboration.

  • Introduced data-informed decision frameworks to strengthen research-to-design handoffs.

Staff Product Designer

Staff Product Designer

Staff Product Designer

06/2020 - 05/2021

06/2020 - 05/2021

06/2020 - 05/2021

ServiceNow

ServiceNow

ServiceNow

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

  • Designed Microsoft Teams + ServiceNow Dashboard integration, merging both design systems.

  • Led UX for MetaOS Search Connector and Fluent UI Header specifications.

  • Piloted AI-assisted workflows to optimize design efficiency and end-user engagement.

  • Created scalable, system-level UX patterns for enterprise integrations.

  • Collaborated cross-functionally to establish design guidelines and documentation standards.

Director, Product Design

Director, Product Design

Director, Product Design

10/2014 - 06/2020

10/2014 - 06/2020

10/2014 - 06/2020

Events.com

Events.com

Events.com

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

  • Built and scaled the product design team, processes, and design systems from the ground up.

  • Directed end-to-end UX for Events.com’s web and mobile platforms, including EverySale and Event Assistant apps.

  • Conducted discovery, prototyping, and user testing to launch high-impact B2B2C products.

  • Partnered with Product and Engineering to align business strategy and design execution.

  • Championed accessibility, design systems, and operational excellence across all touchpoints.

  • Mentored early-career designers, several of whom advanced to leadership roles at top tech companies.

Sr. Interaction Designer

Sr. Interaction Designer

Sr. Interaction Designer

04/2011 - 09/2013

04/2011 - 09/2013

04/2011 - 09/2013

ACTIVE Network / Lanyon

ACTIVE Network / Lanyon

ACTIVE Network / Lanyon

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

  • Led UX design for the Endurance platform (B2B2C), shaping interaction flows for business and consumer users.

  • Designed small business event management software with intuitive, mobile-friendly workflows.

  • Collaborated with Product and Engineering to implement scalable, user-centered solutions.

Freelance UX Designer

Freelance UX Designer

Freelance UX Designer

2013 - 2014

2013 - 2014

2013 - 2014

IGC Software – iBank Mobile App

IGC Software – iBank Mobile App

IGC Software – iBank Mobile App

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

  • Designed end-to-end mobile UX and interaction flows for the iBank app.

  • Created wireframes and prototypes to optimize navigation and task completion.

Senior UX Designer

Senior UX Designer

Senior UX Designer

05/2009 - 04/2011

05/2009 - 04/2011

05/2009 - 04/2011

Fidelity National Information Services (FIS)

Fidelity National Information Services (FIS)

Fidelity National Information Services (FIS)

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

  • Built FIS’s first design system and established end-to-end UX processes for commercial loan software.

  • Developed interaction models and visual patterns to standardize experiences across applications.

  • Partnered with Product and Engineering to scale usability and visual consistency.

Sr. Interaction Designer

Sr. Interaction Designer

Sr. Interaction Designer

10/2007 - 05/2009

10/2007 - 05/2009

10/2007 - 05/2009

Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo

San Francisco, CA

San Francisco, CA

San Diego, CA

  • Led UX for Small Business Payroll from research through launch.

  • Designed workflows, wireframes, and interaction patterns to improve usability and reduce errors.

  • Collaborated with cross-functional partners to ensure accessibility and scalable delivery.

EDUCATION

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in Applied Arts Graphic Design

Bachelor of Arts in Applied Arts Graphic Design

Bachelor of Arts in Applied Arts Graphic Design

San Diego State University

San Diego State University

San Diego State University

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

Built Design Systems

from Scratch

Created scalable design systems for FIS commercial loan software and Events.com platforms, standardizing UX across multiple products.

AI-Powered UX

Initiatives

Led AI-powered UX initiatives at ServiceNow, improving employee task completion by 80% and streamlining complex workflows.

Cross-Platform Design Leadership

Integrated Microsoft and ServiceNow design systems, aligning multiple platforms and improving usability across web and mobile experiences.

Scaled Teams & Processes

Hired, mentored, and structured teams at Events.com and ServiceNow; advised on team growth and operational frameworks at FIS.

Christopher Ray

Student Program

Managed 5 high school students over 2 years through the Cristo Rey Student Program, providing mentorship and meaningful design experiences.

Design Operations &

Tools Advocate

Piloted a design tool and implemented the Design Story Acceptance Criteria Framework, improving productivity and collaboration across 1,000+ team members.