Available to hire
Over 15 years of experience in creative direction, brand strategy, and footwear/apparel collaboration, I lead with design excellence and cross-functional teamwork.
I thrive on turning bold ideas into compelling products and experiences, delivering impactful launches and enduring brand narratives through design leadership and collaborative partnerships.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Senior Design Director, Special Projects at Nike (Brand Jordan)
June 1, 2004 - October 1, 2020Revitalized footwear and apparel quick strike/NRG business; contributed $50M in revenue growth to the $3.6B business; owned design, market trends, and team creative direction; managed contract negotiations, marketing/storytelling enablement, marketplace oversight and inventory management.
Sportswear Design Director, Special Projects & Elements at Nike
May 1, 2011 - February 28, 2013Changed team thinking by implementing a consumer-first approach and encouraging 3rd party collaborations; helped advance and build value across Nike franchises.
Sportswear Design Director for Icons Footwear at Nike
January 1, 2009 - May 1, 2011Drove design direction on 4 beloved footwear models: Air Force 1, Blazer, Cortez, and Dunk, using a storytelling mindset to drive brand longevity and visibility.
Senior Designer, Nike Sportswear at Nike
April 1, 2008 - January 31, 2009Drove creative direction through a major business structure reorganization and collaborated on a new football-inspired collection fusing NFL elements with updated, youthful, unexpected direction.
Design Director, Urban Apparel at Nike
August 1, 2006 - April 30, 2008Shifted brand narrative to target a specific consumer; established a strong position in the streetwear market; created groundbreaking product and brand concepts in youth and graphics, updating and retooling products to connect with a youthful consumer.
Interim Creative Director at Nike
January 20, 2025 - PresentInterim Creative Director Contractor; re-imagining and leading the brand across design, product, sales, marketing, and collaborations.
Advisory Board at Nashville Stars Baseball Club
January 20, 2024 - PresentAdvising on all creative aspects of the club including collaborations and merchandise development, and brand storytelling.
Founder at HAVEN Apparel Inc.
January 20, 2024 - PresentFounded HAVEN, a men's lifestyle clothing brand and retailer based in Beaverton; dedicated to craft, innovation, and purposeful design.
Head of Special Projects at Aritzia / Reigning Champ
September 1, 2020 - November 1, 2023Developed and executed a revitalization of the brand playbook for SP/SU 24, enabling a clear POV and cohesive cross-functional collaboration; led seasonally focused creative outreach and impact.
Creative Director at Volley Club
June 1, 2021 - PresentInspired by the lifestyle and culture of tennis; led apparel and accessory collection creation and brand storytelling.
Creative Apparel Consultant at Cactus Jack LLC
December 1, 2020 - PresentAdvised and led internal teams on product partnerships between Dior, Nike, and Audemars Piguet, leading to successful launches; directed outreach and collaboration strategy.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Fashion/Apparel Design at School of the Art Institute of Chicago
January 11, 2030 - January 10, 2026Qualifications
Industry Experience
Retail, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Other
Experience Level
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