Where strategy meets storytelling and brand experiences take shape.

I’m Kathleen, a creative leader and experiential designer with 13 years of agency experience, including 6 years leading teams, bringing brand stories to life across environments, retail, and digital touchpoints.

Currently searching for my next full-time opportunity where design, storytelling, and leadership come together.

About Me

  • I’m a Creative Director with 13 years of experience leading the transformation of brands and physical spaces through a full range of experiential activations across retail, commercial, and event environments.

    My foundation in Industrial Design (BFA, with a minor in Sculpture from MIAD), shapes my holistic approach that blends artistry and conceptual thinking.

    I’ve built a career at the intersection of creativity and logic. Raised by a fine artist and an engineer, I’ve always bridged those worlds. This balance defines how I approach design, lead teams, and bring strategic clarity to complex projects.

    Passionate about design as a tool for connection and storytelling, I’m constantly absorbing trends, insights, and ideas to create work that resonates with both people and brands.

  • My approach is guided by insight, grounded in empathy, and driven by the belief that great solutions don’t just look great, they work hard for the brand, the channel, and the people who experience them.

  • I’m known for:

    • Conceptual and systematic thinking

    • Cross-functional team leadership

    • Elevated design sensibility

    • An unmatched eye for detail

    • Building strong teams, culture, and client relationships

    • Having a collaborative, down-to-earth approach

    I’m the partner you want in the room when aesthetics, experience, and results all matter.

  • I’m currently seeking a full-time or freelance opportunity where I can help bring brand stories to life with forward-thinking teams.

“Kathleen makes teams better. Full stop.”

— Creative Staff Member

Beyond the Brief

Outside the Office

I love exploring the world and the city I call home. Ask me about plein air painting on the beach, my trip to Cuba, or my favorite hidden gems and restaurants in Chicago.