EDUCATION
Syracuse University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Interior Design
Syracuse University London Program
Multidisciplinary Design Intensive
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Healthcare design strategy, Project management,
End user workflow analysis, Technical space planning, Construction documentation, State and Federal standards compliance, LEED NC/ID+C/Healthcare documentation, Product research and development, Program development, Sustainability analysis,
Verbal and graphic presentation
SOFTWARE
AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, CRM, Microsoft Office,
PC and Mac environments
INVOLVEMENT
1st Place - 2009 ASID Upstate New York-Canada
East Chapter Annual Design Competition
National Society of Collegiate Scholars
National Residence Hall Honorary
Phi Eta Sigma National Honors Fraternity
Syracuse University Women’s Club Volleyball Team
Onondaga Creek Clean-Up Crew
EXPERIENCE
Manager, Strategic Insights - Dwyer Products Corporation, Woodridge, IL
Provided strategic and tactical roadmap for product vision within the healthcare market segment through in-depth end user, customer, and industry research. Served as leader in sales support team in developing innovative design solutions for healthcare clients. Served as strategist in product and systems development efforts. Implemented Corporate Environmental & Sustainability Policy, resulting in waste reduction and increase in healthier product offerings. Coordinated with multiple vendors in initiating research and analysis of products’ environmental lifecycle.
Lead Designer - Dwyer Products Corporation, Woodridge, IL
Developed innovative and cost-effective casework solutions for national and international healthcare projects ranging from $30K – $3M. Primary contact for projects from initial client meetings and site visits through plan design, project management, and trouble-shooting installations. Collaborated on design and managed ongoing implementation of interior design concept for new 75,000 sq. ft. operations and manufacturing facility. Led ongoing product development efforts for existing and emerging markets.
Graphic Designer - Self-employed, Chicago, IL
Created digital marketing and media solutions for commercial, institutional and private customers. Assisted clients in maintaining strong brand identity while addressing evolving audiences.
Graphic Designer/Research Assistant - Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY
Created event materials including mass-distributed digital and print invitations, programs, and flyers. Researched, compiled, and developed a new database of alumni contacts from over 20 years of student information.
Interior Design/Planning Intern - Naperville Park District - Planning Department, Naperville, IL
Independently managed two concurrent interior design project proposals from space planning and finish selection to construction documents and product sourcing. Managed files for 200+ community parks and construction projects including RFQs, permits and submittals.
