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Founder ā The Design Practice / 2023/Present
Helping creative leaders use emotional intelligence, systems thinking, and AI to build & lead high-performing design teams.
ā The Design Practice is a consultancy that helps design leaders streamline operations, foster collaboration, and deliver outstanding creative work by leveraging emotional intelligence, systems thinking, and AI-powered tools to unlock their teams' full potential.
Head of Product & Founder ā Beyond / 2015/23
Micromobility startup offering subscription-based electric e-bikes, scooters, and IoT solutions.
ā I founded Beyond as the first U.S. micromobility subscription service, designing both electric vehicles and a digital platform to support a sustainable, high-margin business model with strong customer satisfaction and a transformative environmental impact.
Design Director & Founder ā manuel saez & partners 2008/15
Industrial design consultancy specializing in product development and manufacturing liaison.
ā I successfully led MS&P in designing and launching top-performing products for brands like Crate & Barrel/CB2, Staples, OPPA (Brazil) and Herman Miller. My work merged innovative design with operational excellence, creating value and building long-term client relationships.
Design Director ā Humanscale / 2002/08
Leading ergonomic office furniture brand.