About
Hello there!
My design origin story? Think superhero backstory, just with fewer radioactive spiders.
I started in graphic design and print, where grids, typography and craftsmanship were my foundation. Growing up in the Netherlands, I was naturally influenced by Dutch design principles: simplicity, clarity and a willingness to challenge convention. But the dial-up sound of the digital world called to me. I followed, which eventually led me to the UK, where I’m now based near London.
Over the years, I’ve worked across industries and held many titles. My job title has changed with the times, but what I actually do hasn’t. I solve problems, communicate ideas clearly and design experiences that make sense to the people using them.
How I lead
Leadership, for me, is about helping people grow in confidence and find their voice. I build inclusive teams where curiosity is encouraged, diverse ideas are heard and everyone feels like they belong. That kind of environment doesn’t just happen. It takes trust, empathy and a genuine investment in people.
I stay hands-on, lead by example and bring my full self to the work. I care just as much about the people I work with as the outcomes we deliver. And I believe the best results come from teams that feel supported, challenged and motivated to do great work together.
Outside of work
I’m a geek at heart. I’m fascinated by technology, AI, digital culture and cats. You’ll often find me gaming, designing costumes, or planning my next cosplay for an international comic con.
I’ve always had a fascination with languages, and Japanese has been a particular focus in recent years, which has been handy to help me with the occasional hunt for limited-edition Pokémon merch.
Awards
International W3 Gold Award for Godolphin responsive website as Lead UI and UX Designer
Sharing of Knowledge & Perspectives Award as Lead Product Designer at Saint-Gobain
My tools
Figma
Design
Notion
Productivity
Adobe Creative Cloud
PS, Ai, Id, Xd
ChatGPT
AI
Slack
Communication
Framer
Design
Microsoft 365
Productivity & AI
Jira
Project tracking