Home: New York, NY. Age: I wish I was younger. Profession: Graphic designer. Pronouns: He/Him/His. Alma mater: SUNY New Paltz. Languages spoken: English, some Spanish.
Current project: Branding for an automotive company specializing in inventory tracking. What’s been your big (or biggest leap)? My first big project was branding a tech startup from the ground up. Hobbies: Gardening, cooking, baking, building, biking. Favorite downtime pursuit: Research new recipes for different breads. Last book read: The Stormlight Archive: Wind and Truth. Recently viewed and recommended: O Brother, Where Art Thou.
Personality profile: Energetic, sarcastic, determined, communicative. How do you define an ideal business relationship? Collaborative and productive. What is your guilty pleasure? A black and white cookie. What natural talent have you neglected? Drawing and painting. What occupation, other than your own, do you most admire? Bakers. What is your favorite place (or way) to spend money? Hobbies; buying seeds for the garden. How do you relieve stress? Having a nice glass of wine and watching The Office. What is your go-to workout? Biking outside. What leisure activity do you recommend and find rewarding? Gardening.
What was your first paying job? Stocking shelves in a supermarket. What was your favorite college course? Digital Photo Editing. What was your favorite childhood toy or game? Nintendo Super Mario Brothers. What movie have you repeatedly watched? Coraline. What modern technology innovation do you most appreciate? Bluetooth mugs that keep drinks hot. What is your go-to source of creative inspiration? Dribbble.
What change are you working on to effect in your profession or field?
Documenting my work and keeping a running file or work I wish to highlight in a portfolio.
What message do you want to send out into the world? Spend time working on things that don’t necessarily contribute to your career or make you money.
Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? J.R.R. Tolkien, a major influence in my life. As a kid, what did you first want to be when you grew up? A maker of video games. After your loved ones, what object would you first save from your burning home? My laptop, it’s irreplaceable for my work. How would you choose to spend tomorrow, if you knew it was your last day on earth? With my family, at home, enjoying our time together. What advice would you give your younger self? Spend more time in your life slowing down and enjoying the things that seem mundane and unimportant.
Favorite quote: “Not all those who wander are lost” (J.R.R. Tolkien). Desired epitaph: Loving father, husband, and aspiring baker.
