Experience

RE/MAX of Grand Rapids

• United States
• Real Estate
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Owner/Director of Development

  • Mar 2015 - Present

  RE/MAX of Grand Rapids, is committed to serving the greater Grand Rapids area by providing the ultimate home buying and home selling experiences for our clients!We believe that you deserve our best. From the first time you meet one of our REALTORS you will find that we listen to you. We will provide you with professional advice, expert assistance and meticulous attention to detail so you achieve your desired outcome!We say this with confidence because we are a group of the most experienced and knowledgeable real estate professionals who live and work in the greater Grand Rapids area. We believe you'll like what we have to offer!



Tekna, Inc.

• United States
• Design Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Industrial Design Lead

  • Jun 2011 - Mar 2015

• Lead Industrial Designer

  • May 2005 - May 2011

  - Participated in over 20 different product development projects focusing on the user experience, market trends and aesthetics - Surpassed client expectation as lead industrial design consultant for multi-billion dollar corporations - Collaborated with engineering teams to bring products to market on time, within budget, and maintaining the design intent - Manage work load, design work and schedules for staff industrial designers working towards business and work atmosphere goals - Designed new studio floor plan and office furniture creating and inviting work environment that encourages teamwork



Western Michigan University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Instructor

  • Aug 2005 - Apr 2009

  - Foster student growth in design research, design thinking and product development preparing them for an entry level professional designer position - Facilitated design reviews and brainstorm sessions that produced unique solutions to design objectives - Lead students through sponsored senior thesis design projects resulting in unique design solutions, exceptional final presentations and pristine final models - Organized and scheduled interactions with the class sponsors to insure a positive and beneficial experience for the students and sponsors - Established the Project H Michigan Chapter stressing the importance of design for humanitarian needs



Summit Polymers

• United States
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Engineering intern

  • 2003 - 2005