Grew up in East Hampton, New York. Experienced poor health as a child, sparking an interest in self-improvement. Graduated from Princeton University with a B.A. in East Asian studies. Worked in sales at a data storage company after graduation.

Host of Design Matters, one of the world’s first + longest running podcasts; chair, Masters in Branding @svampsb, @printmag ED, board @TheJHF @PS122 🌈