Michelle is the Director of Global Design Strategy at TOM. Michelle has brought her creative vision to life across diverse industries, designing and developing jewelry and fashion accessories, tech products, learning tools and more. Her work has been featured in the Queens Museum and the Walker Art Center, as well as in national department and specialty stores. Michelle also brings extensive experience in arts and cultural programming, with a focus on fostering community engagement through strategic initiatives. Prior to joining TOM, she produced dynamic community-centered programs for PJ Library in New York, while also contributing to academic research and education as a Research and Teaching Assistant at Parsons School of Design.
Michelle holds a Master of Fine Arts in Industrial Design from Parsons School of Design and a Bachelor of Arts in Cultural Studies from McGill University.