ABOUT ME
My sophomore basketball coach only asked us one thing, give him 100% every day. I still live by this. I live by it in my personal life and in my work life. It's what you'll get when you work with me.
I love what I do. I lead by example with high energy, hard work and a positive attitude. The creative teams I lead work hard, exceed expectations, have fun, and give 100%, because that is what I expect from myself.
I am a creative leader who sees the big picture and has a vision for the campaign or project, as well as the organization. My education and experience allow me to bring fresh perspectives and ideas to my work. I think creatively and critically and push myself to continually grow and mature as a designer through research, exploration, and not taking life too seriously.
I do take sustainable and responsible Design seriously though. I work to design to the lowest carbon footprint and will not compromise my responsibility to leaving the earth better than I found it. I pride myself on listening to people, and forming healthy and trusted relationships that ensure that the design process will be enjoyable.
I'm happiest being a husband and father, going to the North Shore, traveling, hiking, gardening, reading and writing. I have a nerdy passion for uniforms and train graffiti. My love of graphic design, sports, the outdoors, travel and family all blend together for a full and crazy life.
LIFE AND CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
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Working for the Minnesota Timberwolves right out of college. They were terrible, the deadlines were "I need it yesterday!", the hours long and the pay sucked—and I loved every single minute of it!
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Raising 4 kids—Trust me, work is easy compared to that.
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Photoshoot with Michael Jordan’s 6 Championship rings. I wish we could have had him wearing them!
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Meeting and art directing Lindsay Whalen for a photoshoot. She’s cool and humble and yes, Minnesota nice (even after 4 WNBA Championships).
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Visiting Paris and London—art, culture, fashion, food, wine and coffee; Wow! Travel is a huge part of my life.
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Rebrands of the Minnesota Orchestra and NWHSU.
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Working with the great Music Director Osmo Vanska. Had some great conversations with him about his glasses (seriously!)
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Branding the Saint Mary's men's and women's soccer uniforms. Hey, I'm a uni guy remember!