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As a Program Manager, I leverage my expertise in leadership, product development, and artificial intelligence to optimize products and develop next-gen solutions. I represent my teams and collaborate with cross-functional product teams to drive product development strategies aligned with business goals.

I am passionate about creating innovative and user-centric solutions that meet the needs of our customers and stakeholders.

Industry Experience

With twenty years of experience, I guide multidisciplinary teams in human-centered design practices, working closely with engineering and product management to strategize and optimize existing products while developing innovative next-generation solutions.

Strategic & User-Focused

My approach is to foster collaboration, embrace design thinking, and leverage agile methodologies to drive impactful, user-focused results. I balance creativity with business strategy to achieve goals.

Diversity & Inclusion

Fostering diverse perspectives and placing the user at the heart of every decision to ensure that every project not only solves problems, but creates a lasting, positive impact for all.

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A photo of me working with other designers and helping them understand various new concepts.
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134
Staff supported
under leadership to date
92%
Peer rating of "strong
to exceptional performance"
7915+
Hours dedicated to degrees
and professional certifications
4
Average number water bottles
drunk in a workday
"Patrick brings the combination of tenacity and humility to his daily work and I believe it's what makes him successful. He checks his ego at the door and focuses on how he can support the people he works with."
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Melissa Burnett

Design Cross Product Lead, Dell

"Patrick proved to be one of the most dedicated professionals through his work at Accenture. Broadminded Business Designer - his exceptional workflow, skills, creativity and comprehension of change requests made the project a dream."
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Dujon Smith

Investment Lead, Accenture

"Patrick brings to the table not only a dense, broad and extensive base of experience but an uncanny ability to see the whole picture, facilitate affinities and drive towards clear shared alignment and understanding. Also, Patrick is fun to work with!
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Michael Simborg

Principal Designer, Dell

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