About Me

I received my Bachelor's degree from Cornell in 2016, and I finished my Master's in Human-Computer Interaction Design at Indiana University in 2018.

Working at a digital agency as an experience designer, I realized my strengths lie in thinking systematically, designing interfaces that users can navigate fluently, and balancing function & aesthetics. I decided to transition into product design.
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I have worked at pet insurance startup, Pumpkin, since October 2020. At Pumpkin, I've had the chance to combine my love for pets with my research and design skills to help build an innovative pet insurance product that prioritizes the needs of pet parents and vets.
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Outside of work, I’m an avid runner and a big fan of dogs. Pics of mine are available upon request. :)

My Design Ethos

  • A designer's superpower is the ability to synthesize fragmented ideas—bits and pieces they've gathered from users and stakeholders—into a cohesive, tangible concept.
  • Listening is underrated. Truly understanding the perspectives of users and stakeholders is crucial to effectively addressing their needs.
  • Embrace curiosity. Continuously seeking to learn more about the world, people, and technology fuels innovation and builds empathy, allowing us to imagine solutions that truly resonate.

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