Hi there, I'm Michelle.

I'm an independent creative design & marketing professional. 

I graduated from Cornell University's Hotel School in 2011 with a BS in Hotel Administration.  I actually started my college career in as a Fine Arts major.  While I loved continuing my art education, an experience volunteering as a server for a student showcase cocktail event at the Hotel School opened my eyes to the possibilities in hospitality.   The event made such a strong impression on me that I switched majors the very next semester.  At the Hotel School, I focused my studies on hospitality marketing, putting my creative skills from my background in fine arts and design to practical use in the business world.

After Cornell, I was constantly on the move in the marketing department of Vino Volo, the airport wine bar chain. Anything and everything that involved the brand's "look & feel" went through my inbox and always kept me on my toes.  Today,  I work as a creative designer and independent contractor for a variety of companies.  

I believe creativity and artistry are about more than paints, pencils, or Photoshop.  Anything can be innovative.  Any medium can be creative:  from cooking to mixology to marketing campaigns, problem solving, and even numbers and mathematics.  Artistry is a mindset, not a skill set.  I strive to approach every opportunity or obstacle with an open mind and endeavor to find a creative spark

I grew up for the most part in Western Washington in a multi-cultural, travel friendly family.  My Michigan dad met my city-girl mom in Seoul, Korea when he was in the Army.  After leaving Korea and the army, my folks traveled and lived everywhere and anywhere until I was around 2 when we settled in Washington.  My spirit of adventure & exploration, as well as my creativity, definitely comes from my family who have always encouraged me to try new things and look at life as a huge learning opportunity.