Empowering creative talent
As a leader, I’m passionate about fostering a positive, collaborative team culture built on trust and mutual respect. I believe in investing in the growth of my team members, both individually and collectively. By providing opportunities for mentorship, leadership development, and skill-building, my team members have transformed into award winning design professionals and inspiring design leaders.
I prioritize building trust with my team by being transparent, open to feedback, and consistently demonstrating my commitment to their success. I create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, challenged, and motivated to excel.
By recognizing and nurturing individual strengths, I ensure that each team member has the opportunity to reach their full potential. I’m committed to long-term development and believe that by investing in my team’s growth, we can achieve remarkable results. My focus on fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and trust has led to significant achievements and positioned my team as a driving force within our organization and broadly across our company’s design community.
What others have said
Marc Wisniewski
Head of design, IBM
“Designers under her leadership have thrived”
Kim's impact on IBM's digital experience is undeniable. Her contributions within the Office of the CIO have been truly remarkable. She has built a fantastic design team, and fostered an environment where designers under her leadership have thrived and developed both their hard-and-soft-skills. The team of product designers she has nurtured are the creators behind some of the most used and loved tools by IBMers. Her contributions within the Office of the CIO have been truly remarkable.
Alicia Brooks
Product Design Lead, IBM
“Focused on maintaining high performance”
Kim’s management style is direct and decisive, helping to move decisions forward and ensure that teams meet their targets. One of her most notable qualities is her action-oriented approach, her assertiveness plays a key role in driving progress, and she is focused on maintaining high performance across the team.
Juan Encalada
Product Design Lead, IBM
Kim is a one of a kind design manager who deserves immense gratitude for her exceptional management style and advocacy. Kim's ability to truly listen, offer actionable advice, and empower her team members is unparalleled. She patiently considers options and supports individuals in deciding their course of action, followed by consistent follow-up. Under her guidance, I've not only felt valued but also challenged to expand my skills and perspectives, promoting both personal and team growth.
“A one of a kind manager”
Kathleen O’Brien
Product Designer, IBM
“Advocating for my success and career growth to leadership”
Kim was my first manager at IBM. With her support I excelled from an early career hire to an independent mid-level professional. I appreciated how she could listen to my project updates and offer up advice on how to progress. She also built upon these conversations by advocating for my success and career growth to leadership. Kim also extended opportunities for me to mentor others, building skills that my projects alone may not have offered.
Eugene To
Product Designer, IBM
“Fostering a strong sense of connection and cohesion”
Kim’s ability to recognize individual strengths and nurture them with patience and respect is remarkable. She creates an environment where we feel supported, acknowledged, and motivated to grow. She focuses on helping us reach our potential, fostering a strong sense of connection and cohesion. She also keeps us well-informed on key updates and goals, ensuring we’re aligned with the broader organization and giving our work purpose and clarity.
Michelle Lee
UX Designer, IBM
“Not only an exceptional leader, but a compassionate mentor”
Kim has been pivotal in my growth as a designer and a professional. Kim is not only an exceptional leader but also a compassionate mentor who genuinely cares about her team's success and well-being. Her advocacy for my growth extended beyond just skills and projects. She consistently provided thoughtful feedback, celebrating wins and offering guidance in areas of improvement. Her leadership style, marked by empathy and a genuine commitment to her team's success, has had a lasting impact on my career.