A design leader with over 15 years of experience driving innovative, brand-focused solutions across the hospitality, commercial, and retail industries. I bring a proven track record of leading multidisciplinary teams, guiding complex projects from concept through completion, and delivering spaces that seamlessly balance functionality, brand identity, and customer experience.

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Throughout my career, I have directed design initiatives for globally recognized brands including Safeway, Kona Grill, Fogo de Chão, Jack in the Box, Sprouts, Red Robin, KFC, Velvet Taco, Mina Group, 7-Eleven’s Laredo Taco, Mastro’s Steak 48, and numerous airport food and beverage concepts. My portfolio also includes large-scale fitness clubs, specialty retail environments, and luxury dining spaces, consistently executed to meet both business objectives and design excellence.

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I am proud to have achieved measurable results across my projects: accelerating multi-unit restaurant rollouts, increasing client sales through brand-driven design, reducing project costs through strategic sourcing, expanding portfolios, improving operational workflows to boost staff efficiency, and mentoring teams of up to 12 designers to deliver high-performing, cohesive results.

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Known for strategic vision, meticulous attention to detail, and collaborative leadership, I align design direction with organizational goals while fostering creative, high-performing teams. I work closely with executives, architects, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure cohesive execution, balancing creative vision with operational realities.

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Originally from Serbia, I bring a global perspective to every project I take on. I love immersing myself in new cultures, getting lost in a good book, and traveling—Paris is my absolute favorite, where the architecture, language, food, and fashion make my heart skip a beat. I thrive on fashion, savoring delicious meals, and sharing great moments with wonderful company. Life in the city energizes me, and I’m rarely without my adorable, ever-stylish Shih Tzu, Cloe, who keeps me grounded and inspires my creativity every day.

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My leadership philosophy centers on empowering designers, maintaining design integrity, and elevating the client and guest experience through every project, creating environments that inspire connection, elevate experience, and drive business success.