My belief is that a skilled Creative Director is akin to a music conductor, orchestrating a diverse group of talents to achieve a shared objective. By prioritizing emotional authenticity, curiosity, and collaboration, I am able to effectively guide, motivate, and deliver exceptional results. I’m able to get the best out of the professionals around us, towards the collaborative place which makes magic inevitable.

Florida Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Sciences (BS), Aviation Sciences

STUDIO YOUNG T4STE

Title: Creative Director & Founder

July 2018 - Present

Gucci, Balenciaga, Marc Jacobs, Saint Laurent, Zonnic, Vuse

Built an experiential agency specializing in brand creative solutions that encompass a wide range of design services.

Grew the studio to have a staff of five and $500,000 in revenue in three years.

Collaborated with clients on interior design, branded environments, retail strategy, digital and analog experiences, fashion, display, and commercial artworks.

SILVESTRI CALIFORNIA

Title: Vice President Creative & Marketing

January 2023 - June 2023

Apple, Louis Vuitton, Rhône, Macy’s

As a senior leader in a 100-year-old Visual Merchandising company, I oversee the development of high-level creative strategies, design concepts, and manage departmental leadership. My key areas of focus include Customer Creative, Innovation, and Marketing.

BARROWS NA

Title: Retail Store Design Lead

October 2013 - June 2018

Nike, Unilever, Luxottica, Vuse

Creative agency providing comprehensive services from gaining insights to designing stores. Led diverse projects for various physical retail types. Directed store design initiatives and managed the entire environmental project lifecycle. Oversaw client budgets, estimated costs, and reconciled them.

SHAPEWAYS

Title: Industrial Engineer

April 2012 - September 2013

In-House

Led the establishment of a pioneering 3D printing factory in New York City, advocating for increased manufacturing accessibility. Oversaw the entire project, from budgeting and contractor selection to sourcing equipment and managing installation. Directed a team of ten individuals and transitioned the operations to a full-scale lean manufacturing system.

STUDIO DROR

Title: Product Designer

March 2007 - July 2007

Alessi, SHVO, BBB emmebonacina, Skins

A designer at a multi-disciplinary design agency, I work on product, graphic, and architectural design projects.

LENGTH WIDTH HEIGHT

Title: Creative Director

March 2010 - April 2012

MAC Cosmetics, Victoria’s Secret, Discovery Channel

The founder of a professional design and fabrication service specializing in product design, graphics, prototype development, and technical consultation.

POP DISPLAYS USA

Title: Senior Model Maker / Fabricator

November 2007 - March 2010

Walmart, L’Oreal, Maybelline, CVS

Senior fabricator at a large vertically integrated display manufacturer. I managed the entire project lifecycle, ensuring the verification of deliverables, resource allocation, and prioritization of deadlines. I also bridged the gap between traditional and high-tech development and fabrication processes.

HARRIS MILLER MILLER & HANSON

Title: Consultant, Aviation Services

September 1999 - August 2001

National Park Service, FAA, City of Fort Lauderdale, MassPort

An international leader in environmental noise control, air quality analysis, and airport planning, I conducted noise analysis and modeling for airports, assessed aircraft noise impacts, and drafted federally mandated environmental impact studies.

> FAA Commercial Multi-Engine Fixed-Wing Pilot’s License

> OSHA 30 Hours General Industry Outreach Training

LaGuardia Community College

Title: Adjunct Professor of Design

2011