Hi, I’m Justin, a strategic product design lead living in Denver, Colorado.
Following graduation from the Design School at Carnegie Mellon I spent a decade on the creative and strategy side of marketing, consulting, growth, and product.
In 2017, I pivoted back into design with a breadth of experience I could bring to the practice.
Clients and employers have spanned the spectrum, from seed stage startups to the Fortune 100.
“Justin is a dedicated and data-driven product lead with a meticulous eye for detail.”
— Michael Frederick
CEO @ Swovo
(former Gust Product Manager)
I adore design for its role in bringing simplicity and precision to product development. In my experience it has had an outsized impact on the business success of new and old experiences alike. Connecting with users is baked right into the process, which I often advocate as the “not-so-secret secret sauce” of successful products.
“...[Justin’s] presence on a team naturally encourages stronger thinking and better execution.”
— Jeff Wilson
CEO @ Stack Consulting Group
(former Dun & Bradstreet Product Manager)
Most recently, I’ve discovered the joy of building and leading teams that deliver high-performance design. Creating a culture that facilitates professional development, visibility, and growth has become table stakes for what I bring as a design leader.
Offline I spend most of my time with my wife and two young boys, which I’ve found provides extraordinary lessons in life and leadership. You can find us playing in the mountains in any season.