Hello, I’m Megan.

Design director based in Austin, Texas, with 25+ years defining, evolving, and elevating brands. Born in Germany and raised in Washington State, my background shapes how I see and interact with the world. Endlessly curious, relentlessly questioning. A natural connector of dots, people, mediums, and ideas. And a passionate advocate of environments that value bold ideas, risk-taking, and failure as learning opportunities. Creative passions aside, I'm a proud mom of two who keep me grounded, inspired, and humbled in the best possible ways.

Creative Leadership
Brand Identity
Experiential Activation
Brand Strategy + Consulting
Creative Direction

Expertise

American Advertising Federation ADDY Awards // Austin (x2)
GD USA // American In-House Design Award
PRINT // Regional Design Annual

Recognition

  • I worked under Megan as a copywriter, and eventually as an Associate Creative Director. Beyond having an exquisite eye for design, what I loved about working with Megan is her ability to ask the most thoughtful questions. Not only did this push our briefs and strategy to a better place, it also propelled the creative beyond what we would ever come up with without her. She taught me how to defend creative choices with strategic reasoning, navigate challenging organizations without compromising vision, and how to lead with both confidence and empathy. I can directly attribute my own career growth to what I learned from her. Anyone bringing Megan aboard isn't just getting a design director—they're getting someone who elevates the thinking and performance of everyone around her.

    Scott Rostohar
    Associate Creative Director, Copywriter, Blue Studio | IBM

  • I’ve had the pleasure of working closely with Megan for the past five years. She exemplifies leadership with kindness, compassion, and emotional intelligence. Megan tackles every challenge with strategic vision and sharp problem-solving skills, always prioritizing business objectives. As a leader, she teaches and guides with integrity and clarity, while also learning and listening. Megan imparts confidence and practical knowledge, empowering those she mentors to make sound decisions. Her expertise in design coupled with her innate creativity makes her an inspiring force within the team and organization. Megan is not only one of the smartest people I know, but also an authentic and amazing person. I am grateful to call her a friend and highly recommend her for any role that values strategic vision, creativity, and compassionate leadership.

    Dionne Gonzales
    Design Director, Dell Technologies

  • Megan is one of those rare creative talents who is both incredibly skilled and highly strategic. She is extremely good at her craft, has a great eye for design and obsesses over the details. At the same time, she cares deeply about the brand, the customer, and the business. Megan is thoughtful, passionate, and driven. I was fortunate to have Megan on my team for over 2 ½ years and even more fortunate to consider her a friend.

    Lisa Bennett
    Former EVP of Creative, DDB North America

  • I had the privilege of working under Megan’s leadership for a year, and in that time, she made a lasting impact on both my career and personal growth. She is the kind of leader who truly cares—not just about the work, but about the people doing it. Megan always took the time to listen, support, and guide me, ensuring I had the opportunities and resources to develop professionally. Her ability to lead with both empathy and expertise created an environment where I felt valued and motivated every day. Anyone who has the chance to work with Megan is incredibly lucky—she’s not just a great leader, but a genuinely wonderful person.

    Carol Ann Lee
    Creative Studio Manager, Dell Technologies

  • What I wouldn't give to bring Megan along every career stop I make. She has an amazing, rare ability to zoom out and see strategy while also zooming into details. She is kind, driven and a creative thinker - traits critical to being a leader that develops direction and builds brands with a loyal team. Her deep experience lends a holistic approach to solving business problems not just creating pretty pictures.

    Tommy Lynn
    VP, Executive Creative Director, Synchrony