"The future is uncertain, and that's okay. Embrace the unknown and be open to new opportunities."
As you explore my journey, you'll notice that my path isn't a straight line—and that's by design. I believe that the most innovative solutions often come from diverse experiences and perspectives. Throughout my career, I've embraced opportunities to explore various interests, learn new skills, and work on exciting projects across different fields. From computer science to UX design, and even oceanography, each experience has shaped my unique approach to problem-solving and creativity. This timeline showcases not just my professional progression, but my commitment to lifelong learning. It's a testament to the idea that a rich, multifaceted background can lead to fresh insights, inspire creativity, and consistently provide brand new perspectives. As an added bonus, it's just more fun!
2021 - Present
Growing as a Leader: Senior UX Designer / Team Lead at WEX, Inc.
Portland, Maine
As a Senior UX Lead and Manager, I blend strategic thinking with user-centric design to create products that delight users and drive business success. My responsibilities include:
- Overseeing five direct reports and managing both long and short-term vision for all user experience design projects for WEX Health.
- Designing creative solutions for complex problems in health care applications and consumer-facing financial platforms.
- Presenting and communicating design decisions to all stakeholders on a regular basis.
- Collaborating within our UX design team of 60+ designers and researchers to align on common design practices and updating our design systems to meet best practices.
2021 - 2023
Exploring Something New: Master's Degree in Oceanography
University of Rhode Island
While working full-time as a Senior UX Designer, I pursued my passion for environmental sciences by completing a Master's degree in Oceanography. This interdisciplinary program enhanced my analytical skills and broadened my perspective on complex systems, which I apply to my UX work.
2019 - present
Moving to Maine: UX Designer at WEX, Inc.
Portland, Maine
In this role, I focused on:
- Designing responsive dashboards, internal applications, and web/mobile applications for a variety of clients in agile development cycles.
- Collaborating daily within a variety of teams consisting of designers, product managers, stakeholders, and developers both on and offshore.
- Presenting design decisions, wireframes, design systems, functionality documents, and prototypes to clients, stakeholders, and senior leadership on a regular basis.
"Elizabeth, who joined us in August, is another key addition to our young and growing team. She was an
immediate asset on the Health business, applying her agency background to quickly ground herself in
current projects while also focusing on understanding the business at large. I am excited about the design
potential she brings to the team."
- Chris D., Direct Manager
2017 - 2019
Time for the "Real" World: UX + UI Designer with Avanade, Inc.
New York City
During my time at Avanade, I progressed from Analyst to Senior Analyst, taking on increasing responsibilities:
- Led design workshops to discuss the best user-centered design practices and ideate using design thinking practices.
- Facilitated brainstorms and working sessions with cross-disciplinary teams to move research into vision and design strategy.
- Supported delivery and design of digital products or services employing human-centered design processes and tools.
2012 - 2017
Graduate of The College of New Jersey
Dual Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science and Interactive Design
During my undergraduate studies, I gained a strong foundation in both technical and design aspects of computer science. Key achievements include:
- Dean's List 2017
- Anita Borg Institute Grace Hopper Conference Scholar
- Web Developer at The College of New Jersey (2016-2017), where I developed and maintained 600+ website pages for the college.
- UX Design Intern at Avanade (Summer 2016), where I designed mock-ups and innovative designs for new products and ideas for internal projects.
