About
Kyle is a seasoned UX and product leader with over nine years of experience transforming complex challenges into user-centered solutions that drive measurable business impact. Based in San Diego County, California, he specializes in building research practices from the ground up, leading cross-functional teams, and scaling product operations for high-growth organizations.
Originally from Ohio, Kyle holds a B.F.A. in Fine Arts with a Minor in Art History from the Columbus College of Art & Design and an M.S. in Human-Computer Interaction from DePaul University's College of Computing & Digital Media. His unique combination of creative background and technical expertise enables him to bridge the gap between user needs and business objectives across diverse industries.
Throughout his career, Kyle has partnered with Fortune 500 companies and government agencies including American Express, Meta, Truist Bank, Microsoft, Johnson & Johnson, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. His research and strategic leadership have generated over $50 million in documented business value, from fraud detection improvements to user experience optimizations that increased adoption rates by double digits.
As a certified Professional Scrum Master, Professional Product Owner, and SAFe Agilist, Kyle brings deep expertise in agile methodologies and cross-functional collaboration. He has successfully mentored over 20 researchers and built three UX practices from inception, demonstrating his ability to scale teams and processes while maintaining excellence. His work spans service design, user research, product strategy, and organizational transformation, with particular strength in healthcare, financial services, and government technology.
Kyle's approach combines systematic research methodologies with empathetic leadership, helping organizations navigate complex stakeholder environments while keeping user needs at the center of decision-making. Whether facilitating workshops with 60+ participants, conducting nationwide research studies, or building consensus across competing priorities, he consistently delivers outcomes that serve both users and business objectives.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Kyle is a polymath with diverse creative pursuits. An ordained minister, musician, amateur cosmologist, painter, writer, and self-published author, he finds inspiration across multiple disciplines that inform his approach to problem-solving and innovation. He spends his time making art, writing music and poetry, reading, cooking, and gaming.
Kyle lives with his fiancée Logan, their cat Stormy, and their dog Innocenzo (Enzo). He enjoys fast cars, fine cheese, bad puns, and good company. His multifaceted background and genuine curiosity about how things work—whether designing user experiences, exploring the cosmos, or crafting the perfect meal—drive his passion for creating meaningful solutions that improve people's lives.
Currently, Kyle is exploring opportunities in UX research leadership, product management, and strategic roles where he can leverage his experience building teams, driving innovation, and creating products that make a difference.