Partnering with product to scale design leadership

Leading product design teams to deliver platform-scale impact

Design Manager at HEINEKEN. I guide cross-functional teams to build global B2B experiences that are scalable, usable, and business-driven.

About

About Me

I like to build things. Side projects, routines, gym trackers, note-taking workflows—tools that make life run a bit smoother. I train with intent, write to think, and stay curious about how systems work, break, and can be made better.

Most of what I make is simple by design. Not flashy. Just useful. The same mindset shapes how I live and lead: cut the noise, fix what's clunky, and stay focused on what matters.

Design Philosophy

I lead with clarity, not control — setting direction, creating structure, and trusting teams to do great work. My focus is on building systems that scale: not just design systems, but ways of working that help teams align, move fast, and make better decisions.

I coach through stretch and support — giving designers space to grow, ownership over real problems, and direct, structured feedback. Growth isn't a side conversation. It's built into how we work.

Design should simplify complexity, not decorate it. I help teams stay grounded in user needs, focused on impact, and comfortable navigating ambiguity. When design is working well, it disappears into the product — but shows up in the results.

Current Structure

01

Team Composition

I lead a team of 6 product designers embedded in product-aligned squads with dedicated research support. The structure allows each team to stay close to local market needs while contributing to a shared global platform.

02

Design Culture

Weekly critiques, monthly showcases, and strategy sprints drive momentum and accountability. I've built a culture around clarity, curiosity, and candor — where feedback is expected, and learning is public. We celebrate progress, not polish.

03

Leadership Principles

Clarity in direction, autonomy in execution, and accountability for outcomes. I run structured 1:1s focused on growth, priorities, and personal wellbeing — they're where trust is built and blind spots surface early. I expect designers to think critically, challenge assumptions, and lead alongside product and engineering — not follow.

Experience

2023—Present

HEINEKEN, Product Design Manager

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Leading product design for global B2B platforms, managing design teams across multiple markets, and driving design strategy for digital transformation initiatives.

2017—22

Booking.com, UX Designer

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Search Results optimization and Attractions product design, performing user research and managing cross-functional design initiatives.

2011—16

Shoes For Crews, Senior Web Designer

West Palm Beach, FL, USA

Designed and maintained B2B and B2C ecommerce websites, conducted A/B testing, and developed responsive email campaigns.

2010—11

New Image Labs, Graphic Designer

West Palm Beach, FL, USA

Created marketing materials, branding, and packaging for various products while maintaining multiple company websites.

2010-11

Green Group Studio, Freelance Designer

Lake Worth, FL, USA

Freelancer creating logos, brochures, corporate identity kits, and web development for diverse client range.

Case Studies

Side Projects

app

An iOS app that calculates what plates to use for a given weight.

website

A minimalist savings tracking web app that helps users plan and visualize their progress towards financial goals.

github

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Connect

Always interested in meaningful conversations.

I enjoy connecting with fellow designers, product leaders, and industry professionals. Whether it's discussing design systems, leadership approaches, or industry trends - I value thoughtful exchanges that help us all grow.