About  me

In my work, I love helping companies produce holistic, inclusive ecosystems of experience.

Personally, though, I love spending time with my doggo, Frank, nurturing my green thumb, and exploring different art mediums.
Oh
hello
Carissa and Frank (dog) on patio
This is Frank
and that's me!
About
Me
My happiest places are in the outdoors--camping, kayaking, biking, or hiking--preferably with Frank, my sweet doggo. I recently got into the camper game and can't wait to explore more national parks in the summers to come!

Traveling has opened my eyes to different ways of living and working. It's taught me to be open to new ideas and flexible in how I approach design challenges. I bring this open-mindedness to all my projects, aiming to make designs that are not only beautiful but also inclusive and accessible to everyone.

I'm a high input human and systems thinker who loves to consume media;  whether it's a science fiction adventure that takes me to another world or a non-fiction book that teaches me something new about our own, reading helps me stay curious. I also love podcasts! Favorites are Hidden Brain, People I Mostly Admire, and 99% Invisible.

And then there's Frank, my pretty pitbull and the light of my life! He's taught me a lot about patience, growth, and resilience--all while being the sweetest, funniest little nugget I've yet to meet:)
Daily Life
Carissa and family camping
Carissa and friends hiking at Whitewater State ParkDog Frank in red coat on a snowy bridgeCarissa and dog Frank in snow outside houseRiver view with rocksCarissa at a desk with computer
River landscapeCarissa and friends at NorCal CoastCarissa in a gardenCarissa in a garden
Carissa at a desk with computerCarissa's shadow on Hawaii coastCNC in actionCNC in action
Polaroids of Halloween CostumesCarissa and friends on beach in NorCalDog Frank with a vest on a gravel roadRiver landscape
Past
partners

Some of the companies I've worked with:

My
Values
/01

Lead with grace

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Embody contagious enthusiasm

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Embrace experimentation

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Empower those around you

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Intentionally inclusive

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Practice with integrity