Hi! I’m Jon — I work at the intersection of product systems, workflows, marketplaces, and emerging technology.
I’ve spent 20+ years designing products across marketplaces, consumer platforms, and emerging technologies — helping companies simplify complexity, improve workflows, and unlock growth through better product systems.
Most recently at Dribbble, I helped evolve the platform from a discovery network into a revenue-generating marketplace by introducing new systems for hiring intent, designer matching, monetization, and trust.
Across companies like Upside, Pond5, and MSG, my work has focused on rebuilding product infrastructure, aligning platform incentives, and creating scalable experiences that support growth.
I operate best in moments of evolution — when a product, workflow, or platform needs to adapt to new user behaviors, technologies, or business realities.
WHAT I ACTUALLY DO
Design workflows that reduce ambiguity and increase trust
Build scalable systems that support product growth
Turn operational complexity into intuitive user experiences
Align user behavior, incentives, and business outcomes
COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP
ADPList Mentor
60+ sessions, 1,800+ minutes of mentorship helping designers grow.
UConn Innovation Quest
Judge & mentor supporting founders from idea to company formation.
RISD Alumni Leadership
Active in organizing events and coordinating our 20-year reunion.
Startup Advisor
Frequent advisor to early-stage founders on product-market fit and design systems.
Based in Wilton, CT with my wife and two daughters.
Outside of work I enjoy mentoring designers, supporting founders, and spending time with family.
