hello!
As a strategic leader, my philosophy is to foster a culture of creative thinkers who build brand foundations and clean, unique solutions—grounded in research and human behavior to create meaningful connections that resonate with audiences and deliver business impact.
My path has given me the opportunity to wear many hats, so beyond bringing creative excellence and a strategic approach to branding, UX/UI and design thinking, I enjoy incorporating new technology, like generative AI tools, into the day-to-day workflow.
I believe in loving your craft, paying attention to the details, asking smart questions, pivoting when needed and having fun doing it. Above all, I love nothing more than mentoring and building a strong, collaborative team—the people are my heart. I love the perspective of younger creatives and creating opportunities to learn from each other. It just makes us all better.
Thanks for taking the time to get to know me a little—I’d love to chat more if you're game. Cheers!

pagoulatos: n, pag`a-LOT-us ... also bag`a-lettuce and pack`a-LOT-of-us
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I am so thankful for the family that helped create the person I am today.
iPhone-a-day
There's so much beauty in the world, so I wanted to share some of my snaps with you!























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I am also the founder of Opa Design