Warm in the wild

I grew up in New York, studied graphic design at CalArts, and have spent my career blending concept, culture, and craft to create thoughtful, human-centered work. After a decade working in Los Angeles, I moved to Mexico, where I met my wife. Together, we co-founded Manyana, a modern Mexican lifestyle brand and boutique. We now live in a small coastal town with our 16-year-old son and our Shih Tzu, Isa.

Creative Path

I've founded three companies and led design across boutique resort branding, entertainment campaigns, and consumer brands. At Manyana, I directed all branding, product development, and creative strategy, building a design-forward brand rooted in place and purpose. Before that, I co-founded Quality Peoples, a surf-inspired label that reached a global audience through strong design and editorial storytelling. Earlier, I founded a boutique web design studio, called Mostasa, and helped MGM bring digital campaigns in-house, and designed work for James Bond 007 and Pedro Almodóvar films.

Now I'm looking to join a collaborative creative team where I can contribute what I've learned, stay hands-on, and continue growing. I'm open to remote work and relocation.

Staying grounded

I'm an endurance cyclist and avid surfer. Most mornings I'm training on the bike, in the ocean, or at the Pilates studio. I also organize a local cycling group in Puerto Vallarta, leading weekend rides through the surrounding mountains and coast — one of my favorite ways to connect with people and place.