About

Curious, resourceful, clever, agile

Hello! 👋 I'm Kristen, a UX & Product Designer passionate about crafting data-driven digital experiences that blend aesthetics with functionality. I've developed a deep appreciation for design, always seeking creative and visually appealing ways to solve challenging problems while meeting business needs.

Team Communication

I love working on teams where collaboration and communication are key. My experience with dispersed teams has made me skilled at using Slack to keep everyone connected and aligned, ensuring ideas flow freely and the team stays on track.

Continuous Learning

I'm committed to continuous learning and always seeking ways to enhance my skills and workflow. Recently, I completed a six-week Data-Driven Design course to deepen my research abilities and sharpen my critical thinking on effectively using data in design.
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Feedback & Collaboration

Feedback is essential to me. I collaborate with developers, PMs, and users to refine designs, knowing diverse input leads to better outcomes. Recently, while adding a one-time password feature, I adjusted flows based on developer feedback, simplifying the design and moving forward with the release.

Desire To Improve

I'm always seeking ways to improve and adapt, like when I revamped my Figma organization system to better align with our project tracking tools, ultimately saving time and enhancing team usability.
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Out of Office
When I'm not working, I love spending time outdoors in the Pacific Northwest, creating art, cooking, gardening, traveling, and being with my family. Ask me about my Chug!
Exploring the outdoors
I love doing things that challenge me, both mentally and physically, while getting me outside to enjoy nature.
Bikes are fun!
Mountain, Road, Gravel, Trainer, it’s all fun! Last fall my husband and I did a 5 day ride through southern Spain.
Food is my love language
I’m always thinking about my next meal! I love experimenting with new recipes at home and traveling to savor local specialties. Ask me about my favorite meal in Rome! 
Rooted in Creativity
I hold a Master’s in Fine Arts and have a deep passion for drawing and painting. A few years ago, I created a watercolor painting that was later transformed into the fabric pattern for the hat you see above!
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