Hi! I'm Cas.
I'm a lifelong explorer and experimenter of many, varied subjects - from technology, science, and nature to art, engineering, and communication.
I love to work with others to solve problems, bring ideas to life, and make things better.
My curiosity, love of learning and mastering new skills, and appreciation of beauty and excellence knows no bounds. I'm always open to collaborating on fun and interesting projects in digital design, business development, and process improvement.
I recently joined Metropolitan State University in St. Paul, MN as the Production Instructional Designer, where I swiftly earned recognition as a go-to resource and subject matter expert through effective collaboration and communication. With a user-centric approach, I train and consult with faculty and staff on best practices in forefront topics such as Generative AI, flexible teaching methodologies, Quality Matters, and accessible design practices in course design. I also develop and lead projects under tight deadlines, securing results without authority through creative problem-solving.
When I'm not at work, I'm usually spending time outdoors and gardening, playing video games with family, cooking and trying new cuisine, or experimenting with illustration, crafting, photography, or fiber arts.
My latest projects include:
- advancing research-driven design and innovative technology integration, and driving continuous improvement and change management at Metro State by establishing robust project management protocols based on the LUCID user-centered process and methodologies such as Agile/Scrum and PRINCE2,
- adding fruits, vegetables, and native-pollinator-friendly flowers to my yard; documenting progress and photographing plants and their tiny visitors,
- a never-ending crochet blanket made of many, many geometric triangle motifs,
- completing an 8-week certification course through Dakota County Technical College, from a wonderful local organization dedicated to helping people find meaningful employment,
- multiplying consultation requests by effectively promoting support services through the creation of workshops, training materials, and emails for over 800 faculty members,
- and taking advantage of Generative AI's ability to help me be a better employee and writer and marketer of my skills and experiences.
Get in touch and find me on LinkedIn.