I grew up in New York, studied graphic design at CalArts, and have spent my career building brands from scratch — blending concept, culture, and craft. After moving to Mexico, I met my wife, and 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.

Over the years, I’ve started three companies, led design for everything from boutique resort branding to film campaigns at MGM, and built fashion labels with friends that found cult followings around the world. What ties it all together is a love for creating things that feel thoughtful, human, and lived-in.

Career

At Manyana, I led branding, product, and creative direction — helping shape a design-forward brand rooted in place and purpose. Before that, I helped build Quality Peoples, a surf-inspired label with a global audience and strong editorial voice. Earlier in my career, I ran a web studio, helped MGM bring digital in-house, and designed campaigns for James Bond and Pedro Almodóvar films.

Now, I’m shifting gears. I’m looking to join a creative team — ideally somewhere I can share what I’ve learned, stay hands-on, and keep growing.

Outside of work

I aspire to be an endurance cyclist, and most mornings you’ll find me on the bike or in the Pilates studio. Occasionally, I make it out to surf when the conditions (and schedule) line up. I also organize a local cycling group in Puerto Vallarta and lead weekend rides through the surrounding mountains and coast — one of my favorite ways to connect with both people and place.

Side Projects

My newest project is Editions, a curated capsule product brand where I’ll collaborate with artists and friends on limited product drops — a creative outlet and a way to stay connected to the people who inspire me.