Insights from a designer aiming for the moon.

Here lies a hodge-podge of projects, musings, case studies, and academic work. There's also an article about my dogs in here-- it's my personal favorite.

Two corgis, a chihuahua, and a beagle sit on a sidewalk looking at a camera.
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Personal

All Dawgs, All Day

A comprehensive review of my 4 psycho dogs. Pictures are included.
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Northwestern University

Adaptive Leadership

I share my journey as an adaptive leader, mentoring a new designer in a large corporate setting, with a focus on continuous learning.
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Northwestern University

Practicum: Performance Review

Writing a performance review from the perspective of a design manager.
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Personal

Reinventing the Cover Letter

The video that kicked me off.
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Northwestern University

Case Study: Fostering Innovation

Case Study on Fostering Innovation in Individual Contributor Roles

“Working with Ethan has been a breath of fresh air. His humor lightens up the room, making joint exercises not just productive, but truly enjoyable. His design process and deep compassion for user needs brought a unique blend of expertise and empathy to our projects at McDonald's.”

Sarah Smilie
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McDonald's Inc. | Accessibility Manager

“Ethan joined us at Dillard's with a keen eye for design and an eagerness to learn that truly set him apart. Watching him quickly grow into an exceptional designer was a highlight of our time together. His ability to absorb new concepts and apply them creativity was remarkable.”

Jennifer Esposito
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Dillard's Inc. | Design Manager, Ecommerce
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