About
Designing with purpose, driven by curiosity.
I had the pleasure of working with Derek as a designer for 8+ years at Salesforce. Derek is one of the most hardworking, dedicated, and talented designers that I have ever managed. His ability to solve complex UX problems, craft beautiful imagery, and scale work across all channels is a game changer for any Creative Director. He brings a productivity and "get it done" mindset that helped our brand get to market quickly and effectively. I would recommend Derek as a designer to any in-house or agency team looking for an experienced, detail-oriented, and innovative member of the creative team.
Creative Director
I am so impressed with Derek. He was on my team leading creative strategy and used his creative and UX expertise to help grow pipeline and engagement through the website for multiple years. He has a great mind for creating beautiful brand imagery that also drives a user to engage and convert. That is truly the gold standard for a creative: someone who is a skilled artist and also understands how to turn creative towards a business use case.
I highly recommend Derek for any creative role, especially when the creative will align to business growth. He's incredibly talented, collaborative, and a true joy to work with.
Director, Product Marketing
I worked with Derek as a direct collaborator for years, and even as a team lead for some time. I can only say glowing things about him as a teammate and contributor. He brings a sharp eye to every project with absolute dependability. Derek always meets or exceeds expectations, applies a vision and inspiration to his work, and he's a great communicator, to boot. Even in ambiguous circumstances he sets a plan and delivers, even if it means adjusting to shifted priorities. He's exactly who you'd want to work with, and who you'd want working for you.
Senior Manager, Creative
I’m a senior designer and creative lead with over ten years of experience shaping brand and product experiences across B2B and B2C markets. I focus on work that is cohesive, results driven, and grounded in strategy and empathy. My approach combines clear communication, strong storytelling, and disciplined execution to create design that connects and performs. I’ve led creative that strengthens brands, increases engagement, and drives consistency across digital, print, web, and event platforms. I bring a balance of strategy and craft, helping teams move quickly from concept to launch with focus and precision.
My experience includes building design systems that support every stage of the customer journey, from awareness and onboarding to retention and loyalty. I’m skilled at simplifying complexity, creating structure, and delivering work that is purposeful and effective. My process is rooted in curiosity, collaboration, and accountability. I aim to create work that is clear, grounded, and built to last.
Away from the screen, I'm an artist, a dedicated yogi, and an avid traveler with a passion for film photography and natural wine.
Services
Brand Strategy / Identity & Branding / Print, Digital & Web / UI & UX Design / Art Direction / Environmental & Events
Technicali Skill
Photoshop / Illustrator / InDesign / Lightroom / Firefly / Figma / Sketch / InVision / Keynote / Midjourney / ChatGPT