I grew up in Lenexa, Kansas, in a big Irish Catholic family where hard work was expected and self-expression had to fight its own way out. Mine came through art.

That spark eventually took me to the UK, where I earned my BA degree in Graphic Design and spent five years working and traveling through Europe — learning that design isn’t just about making things look good, it’s about understanding who people are and what makes them tick.

Over the years, I’ve designed everything from junk mail (started at the bottom!) to trade show walls the size of small houses. I’ve stayed up all night on press checks, directed photo shoots, and studied how people actually shop the packaging I design. It’s all been an education in human behavior — how we connect, what draws us in, and what makes a brand feel alive.

I’m endlessly curious. I track trends in fashion, music, and culture, and I love seeing how they shape design and buying power. I’m equally fascinated by what’s next — especially the ways AI is reshaping creative work.

I am proud of my Kansas roots and Midwestern work ethic. I take ownership of my work and pride in finishing the job on time, on budget and on brand - no matter the hours. The energy of mentoring and working alongside likeminded people is where I fit. I’m often the last person in the room, doing the final pass.

These portfolio samples share my story: decades of curiosity, craftsmanship, and real-world experience — built from the ground up, and constantly evolving.