My mission statement

Catalyst for innovation and growth through design

Hi, I'm Bran! 👋

I’m a designer, father, husband, and golf enthusiast. During the day, you can find me crafting the product at BizLibrary, a company that helps organizations tackle the complexities of business training.

Before diving in the tech and design world, my hands were getting greasy for the US Army as an Apache helicopter engine mechanic, a carpenter, a sign maker, or managing a small retail pet food business.

Work experience

BizLibrary

Staff product designer

2023-

Staff brand designer

2021-23

Marketing designer

2020-21

Motion designer

2019-20

Bran Hills Design Co.

Principal

2018-22

Signature Signs

Graphic designer

2015-18

US Army

Apache helicopter mechanic (15B)

2007-13

Champion's Mercantile

Retail manager

2006-15

My core values

I am an information catalyst

My usefulness and ideas don't end with the edge of a screen. Sales, marketing, and product creation are all experiences to be designed. I stimulate and accelerate the flow and exchange of information. I play a vital role in initiating and facilitating the spread of knowledge and ideas.

I always embrace failure

I view failure as a necessary part of growth. Failure is inevitable. I choose to accept it with openness and resilience. It is a natural and valuable part of my journey for personal and professional growth.

Be the perpetual student

Continuous commitment to deep curiosity about the world around me. Learning is not just limited to a specific period or age, but is a life-long journey. It requires humility and a recognition that there is always more to learn, no matter the knowledge or expertise one has already acquired.

Strong opinions,
held weakly

This describes a mindset that encourages open-mindedness, flexibility, and a willingness to change perspectives. I have conviction in my beliefs while remaining open to new information, insights, and evidence that may challenge or contradict these beliefs. I can articulate and advocate my current understanding and viewpoints, but also acknowledge that I may be wrong or have more to learn.

I am a mesmerizing maker

This is a commitment to excellence in my craft. I strive to make my designs have a powerful impact. My design work goes beyond mere aesthetics and has the power to evoke strong emotions and leave a lasting impression.