About me
I help mission-driven organizations clarify who they are, what they stand for, and how they show up in the world. By aligning visual identity with purpose, I turn complex missions into clear, compelling brand systems that build trust, engagement, and long-term impact.
My work treats design as a strategic tool—not decoration. I develop brand identities and marketing campaigns that function as cohesive systems, helping organizations communicate consistently across platforms, audiences, and moments of growth.
I’ve have designed for organizations such as the National Geographic Society, Smithsonian Gardens, American Kidney Fund, The Chronicle of Higher Education, University of Connecticut School of Social Work, the Panamerican Health Organization, among many others, to create brand solutions that support awareness, fundraising, education, and advocacy goals.
Working with global organizations has shaped my ability to design for diverse audiences and big-picture challenges. I do my best work when addressing complex issues—especially in education, science, and social impact—where clarity and meaning matter most.
Collaboration and trust are central to my process. I work closely with teams to understand their challenges, uncover insights, and translate strategy into thoughtful visual communication. This process helps clients move forward with confidence and ensures the work is effective. My work has been recognized by Print magazine, Graphic Design USA, and other industry awards.
I bring both creative and business perspective to my practice. I’m a graduate of the AIGA Business Perspectives for Creative Leaders program at Harvard Business School, a former board member of AIGA DC, and an active mentor and speaker within the design and education communities.
Today, I run CC Design Co., a small design studio providing brand strategy and design for organizations that want their brand to work harder for their mission; Cici Pattern Design, my design surface pattern practice for licensing, and more recently The Design Day Club, a design day camp for kids ages 8-12 that’s opened when DC Public Schools are closed.
I’m based in Washington, DC, where I live with my husband and two sons. When I’m not designing, you’ll find me traveling, sketching, or near the ocean.
