Associate Strategy Manager at Gensler

“Michelle is a project manager's dream. I had the pleasure of managing Michelle on several projects over the course of two years or so, and she's the secret sauce to any team. Her versatile skillset (from research to concept design to design documentation) allows her to add value to so many kinds of projects at any phase. She handles tasks and leads workstreams with care and professionalism well beyond her years of experience, even if outside her comfort zone thanks to her clear growth mindset. In addition, she brings an authentic sense of purpose and an emerging SME voice to key issues facing our industry such as sustainability and accessibility. Michelle is one to watch, and I can't wait to see where she goes from here!”

Program Manager at Amazon

“I am incredibly grateful to have worked alongside Michelle. She was instrumental in my onboarding, consistently scheduling 1:1 sessions to ensure I had the context and resources needed to ramp up efficiently. Her dedication set me up for immediate success on the team. Beyond her mentorship, Michelle is an exceptional leader. She leads with empathy and fosters an environment that is genuinely inclusive, collaborative, and supportive. She isn't just supportive towards the team; she also drives results with intention. Michelle frequently steps up to manage complex program tasks and challenging responsibilities, consistently going above and beyond. Her reliability and willingness to tackle difficult problems have had a monumental impact on the team's outcomes. I cannot recommend her highly enough.”

Development Associate at Nitze-Stagen & Co.

“Michelle is a hard working, organized, and thoughtful individual that puts team success over personal gain. During our time together at MG2, Michelle and I lead many firm-wide effort and initiatives. It was Michelle's ability to keep things moving and on track that made these efforts a success both during and after her time with the firm. She is someone that leads by example and with a passion that is contagious and lifts the team to new heights. I would gladly recommend Michelle for any position as I know she will make every effort possible to make any program or organization better than how she found it.”

Associate Designer at Gensler

“Michelle is a gem. Her innate talent and passion for design, people and our planet come through so effortlessly in everything she does. Michelle is dedicated, thoroughly organized, and keeps her teammates accountable through all phases of project work. Outside of Michelle's project work, she is wholeheartedly involved in volunteer efforts and events that impact the community around her. No matter the task, Michelle always shows up for her work and her people. I had the pleasure of partnering alongside Michelle for various extracurricular efforts ranging from summer intern programs to earning sustainability certifications with cross-office teams. Her knowledge and skillset are awe-inspiring. She is a highly valued colleague, a mentor to many, and a friend to all who cross her path. I cannot wait to see the incredible opportunities that Michelle will hold in the future!”

Associate Interior Designer at Gensler

“I had the pleasure of working with Michelle for just about 2 years. Her attitude and constant willingness to show up and advocate for others was such an example of what it means to be a true team player. On top of that, she was always pushing further outside of project work, leading the resilience and sustainability efforts in our office and licensure advocacy + study groups just to name a few. She was such an asset to the people she worked with and any employer would be lucky to have her. She goes beyond just being great at her job. She is caring, collaborative, innovative and a true problem solver that is always bringing others up with her.“

Designer at Mithun

“Michelle is among the most delightful people I worked with at Gensler. She and I co-lead the resiliency team in Seattle. She was uniquely able to keep our group organized and on schedule, and her constant communication helped ensure we were aligned on tasks, firm initiatives, and goals each year. Michelle is a wonderful designer who centers her design philosophy around creating spaces that better the community and our environment. Her empathy fostered a comforting work environment, and her passion motivated everyone to push the office's designs toward more sustainable practices. Any company would be lucky to have her on their team!”

Junior Designer at Gensler

“I recently completed my NCIDQ studies and am so thankful to have been guided by Michelle as my voice of reason & encouragement throughout the process. She helped me devise a plan for executing the exams & provided countless informational sessions, where she was always willing to stay after to answer my many questions. I'll always be grateful for her guidance & would be thrilled to recommend her as a great mentor to other young designers!”

Sr. Business Analyst at Starbucks

“I have worked with Michelle in a professional and academic setting and I recommend her so highly. Her background as an interior designer, as well as other endeavors, is diverse and shows her drive to challenge the status quo. She puts diligent and organized energy into the projects she’s a part of and amazes me with her ability to maintain fun and creativity. I appreciate her willingness to learn more and help others. Above all, she is a thoughtful, transparent, and delightful teammate and friend.”

Project Architect at Gensler

“I had the great pleasure to work with Michelle recently and was completely blown away by her positive energy and ability to wear so many hats. She is highly skilled in design phases and client presentations, and seamlessly transitioned into documentation and CD phases. After a deadline she would immediately jump to archiving, organizing and setting up the team for the next project milestone. I have had few experiences where I have gotten to work with such a proactive and energetic individual and would highly recommend her. Her ability to look ahead and organize a team reflect experience well beyond her years and are irreplaceable.”