Joe is a designer and educator who is passionate about bringing an emotionally intelligent eye to the design process. With foundations from Northwestern’s Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Design Innovation programs, he has delivered work for partners ranging from international medical and consumer products companies to local startups and nonprofits. His work in design research at Insight Innovation Center brought the stories and needs of users to the forefront in medical device development for industry-leading healthcare companies. His expertise in and passion for design research, prototyping, and teamwork have helped him advocate for users’ needs, develop inventive solutions, and build open, collaborative environments.