Hi! I’m Kathie!

I’m a UX/UI Product Designer who works on civic technology, educational and creative support tools, and human-centered digital experiences.

I love to create designs that help people deal with complexity. Whether I’m supporting young designers learn about today’s design skills and challenges, imagining intuitive interfaces for today’s advanced technologies, or researching and creating AI-powered tools for Air Force professionals to schedule flights for humanitarian aid, I always aim to empower users to make informed, confident, and creative decisions.

I thrive on eliciting views from others in order to find unique and nuanced solutions to complex and novel challenges. With experience in ceramics, industrial design, and education, I’m adept at wearing multiple hats in all phases of the design development process – from teasing apart the visual elements in a mockup to coordinating with diverse stakeholders to release user-centered products. My versatility, along with the ability to quickly adapt to change and reliability will drive me to design tailored user experiences.