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Experience

Professional Summary

Paul is a seasoned executive leader with a proven track record of driving transformative business outcomes through design strategy and Design Thinking. With over two decades of “tra-digital” experience in design, e-commerce and a strong entrepreneurial mindset, Paul has a deep understanding of the current landscape, the power of human-centered principles and the business value of design. His work has been recognized by industry leaders, media outlets, and prestigious organizations like Forrester and L2 Gartner. Paul’s work has appeared on national television, industry leading podcasts, Apple's WWDC keynotes, and Super Bowl 58. His deep expertise and innovative approach have made him a sought-after thought leader in the field of design strategy.

Paul also coaches and mentors the next generation of design leaders in his work with Amazing Design People (adplist.org). ADPList inspires powerful conversations and collaborations among designers worldwide so together we can change the world with creativity.

In addition, Paul is a founding cohort member of Punks & Pinstripes -- a private network of badass transformation executives. Find us at punksandpinstripes.com.

Key Capabilities

Executive Leadership  Creative Direction  User Experience Design   User Interface Design  Design Thinking  Product Development Strategy   GenerativeAI   ChatGPT   Claude   Firefly Mangific AI Branding   E-commerce   Visual Design  Information Architecture   Digital Production   Design Leadership Business Development  Business & Financial Acumen  Sales Strategies Team Leadership  Management   Emotional Intelligence   Coaching   Development  Presentations + Public Speaking       

Work Experience

2024-Present

KICK Consultancy, LLC

Founder, Chief Problem Solver

2022 - 2024

Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)

Vice President, SCADpro

2021 - 2022

Fair (acquired by Shift)

Vice President, Design & Product Development

2017 - 2020

The Home Depot

Director, Online User Experience

2016 - 2017

2014 - 2016

Barclays Investment Bank

VP Creative + Global Head of User Experience

Dressbarn

Senior Director, Design + User Experience

2013 - 2014

Viacom

Senior Director, Digital

2009 - 2013

Avon

Creative Director, North American Online Division

2003 - 2009

Bloomingdale's

Senior Online Art Director

Education

Drew University

BA Art History

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