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I'm a designer, researcher, operator, and expert in human centred design. For the last 13+ years I've worked across sectors, leading multi-functional teams applying foundational research to create new products & experiences. I have deep expertise in the following areas:
Interaction & Product Design
Mixed-Method Research
R&D Commercialization
Futures, Foresight & Trends
Design Leadership
Strategy, Analysis & Planning
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After years of collaborating with scientists and subject matter experts, I’ve developed deep domain knowledge or built 0>1 products in the following areas:
Machine Intelligence
Generative Design/AI
AR/VR/Spatial
Crypto/Blockchain
Operating Systems
Automotive/ADAS
Mobile/Connected Devices
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Selected Work
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A selection of past project work that I can talk about. Unfortunately, much of this content must be redacted due to its sensitive nature. If you're looking for examples of visual design and UI work specifically, reach out using the contact form.
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Ideas
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Ideas and perspectives on the innovation praxis, human-computer interaction, parables based on industry experiences, and other general interests.
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Info and History
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A concise timeline of where I've been and what I've been up to for the last 15+ years. It provides a good picture as to the kinds of experiences that have shaped me as a designer, technologist, and creative leader.
Current
These days exploring the future of Search + AI, Automotive (In-car) Experiences, and new forms of human-computer interaction possible with Augmented and Virtual Reality. If these things interest you too, lets chat.
Resume/CVResearch Ethics Certification, TCPS 2: Core (Pending)
Mar 2023
Principal at Humanistic, leading transformational projects with a talented team of multidisciplinary designers, researchers, strategists in areas of strategic advisory, foresight, holistic research, and product/experience design.
Field Research Masterclass, Studio D (2018)
Futures Design Certification, Bespoke Copenhagen (2020)
Sensemaking for Impact, Studio D (2020)
May 2015
Managed the design team at Kinetic on internal and external projects, focused on physical and digital experiences that leverage emerging technologies. Also prototyped new service offerings, processes, and procedures for the wider org.
Apr 2014
Lead designer for a wide variety of complex and exploratory mobile products which included both digital and physical interactions. Client list includes the Fortune 500, major technology companies, and multiple North American institutions.
Nov 2011
Designed and prototyped next-gen physical smartphone and tablet accessories, chargers, earphones, and docks for their advanced portfolio 'concept design' team. Was able to learn from some very wise ex-Nokia and ex-BMW designers here.
Jan 2011
Studied Industrial Design at OCADU, one Canada's oldest and most venerable design institutions. Pedagogically, the school is based on the multi-disciplinary Bauhaus approach and serves as the foundation for many of the worlds leading design schools. This led to a very strong design and research process foundation.
BDes - Bachelor Of Industrial Design, OCAD University (2011)
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Contact
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Have a burning question?
Want to explore a project, or just talk shop?
Connect with me on the any of the channels below, otherwise get in touch via email using the contact form.
Want to explore a project, or just talk shop?
Connect with me on the any of the channels below, otherwise get in touch via email using the contact form.