AI & DESIGN VISIONARY

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I help brands move faster, creators grow smarter, and teams unlock clarity through AI, UX, and design.

My story

I didn’t have a mentor. I didn’t have a computer. But I had vision.

I wasn’t born into this, I built it.

No connections. No computer until I was 24. No cellphone until 25.

Just a mother who immigrated from Mexico, a father who sold drugs, and a kid who refused to become a statistic.

I graduated high school at 17 in a neighborhood ruled by gangs, learned English in 2nd grade, and became the first in my family to graduate college. Since then, I’ve led high-impact teams, created immersive learning experiences for tens of thousands, and earned the trust of billion-dollar brands like Amazon, Chewy, and TechnipFMC.

Today, I’m a powerhouse in AI, design, and digital strategy, blending motion graphics, UX, instructional design, and front-end development with one thing most experts lack: vision.

I lead with precision. I move fast. I speak in results.

And I don’t just teach, I’ve done the work.

Whether you’re a creator, recruiter, or company ready to grow, I bring the clarity, tools, and strategy you’ve been missing.

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+
20
YRS
Design
Tech
+
50
K
Learners
Impacted
+
3
K
MIN
Mentoring
+
200
M
Business
Impact

What I do

UX & Motion
Design

I create bold, interactive experiences that merge UX, motion, and product storytelling—design that moves people and drives action.

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Learning
Experience Design

I design scalable, high-impact learning systems that upskill teams and deliver measurable results across global organizations.

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AI Strategy &
Automation

I build AI-driven workflows and custom GPTs that cut complexity, save time, and keep teams ahead of the curve.

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Brand &
Storytelling

I help brands sharpen their voice, simplify their message, and build systems that stand out in crowded markets.

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Leadership &
Mentorship

I guide creators and professionals through the challenges I faced—helping them grow careers, confidence, and clarity without shortcuts.

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Digital Product
Strategy

I design and launch scalable digital products—from toolkits to interactive courses—that create both impact and revenue.

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What People Say

Fergus Wilson

Director, Global Learning

Nicky Molina

Content Strategy | Editor Extradonair

Geoff Staten

Director, Global Talent Acquisition

Debbie Sehulster, MLHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Global HR Fractional Executive, Talent Solution Provider

Marley Medeiros, M.Ed.

Learning & Development | Program Management | Instructional Design | Problem Solver

Christine Ann Stevens, MBA, CFRE, SHRM-CP

Interim Co-Chief Development Officer

Jerilyn Wagner (She/Her), M.S.Ed, GCDF, CCC, SPHR

Career Advisor, Leadership Consultant, and DYL Trained Coach

Joel Solomon

Content Design Leader

Araceli Lesko

Architectural Photographer, Owner

Hassan Gulamali

Learning Leader | Enabling skills to deliver results

Let's Make your Next Move Count

Whether you’re a creator, recruiter, or company ready to grow, I bring the clarity, tools, and strategy you’ve been missing.

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