Design Thinking in Action
Turning ambiguity into clarity through human-centered design
I use empathy, iteration, and innovation to design solutions that are not just functional — but meaningful.
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Empathize
Real conversations, data gathering, and observation inform every insight.
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Define
I define clear problem statements grounded in empathy.
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Ideate
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Prototype
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Test
I define clear problem statements grounded in empathy.
I use Figma and other tools to bring ideas to life, fast.
I validate concepts with users and adapt based on their real feedback.
Design Thinking in Practice
Project Summary:
A real-world exploration of how retail security systems — body cams and radios — could be better integrated in local stores. My team had minimal input and no templates; I led both the product and design efforts.
Key Highlights:
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Conducted empathy interviews with store owners and anonymous ex-offenders
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Created detailed empathy maps and ideation canvases in Mural
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Built lo-fi and hi-fi prototypes in Figma
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Received Top Innovation recognition from UF Innovate
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Visual Suggestions:
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Carousel of sketches, empathy maps, or sticky note boards
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GIF or scrollable embed of the Figma prototype
“The future belongs to those who can connect empathy with innovation.”
Design Thinking is more than a process — it’s a mindset.
It helps me balance technical precision with human intuition.
It pushes me to stay curious, collaborative, and always user-first.