creative director
ba. land Information technology
cartography
Visual design focuses on the aesthetics of design and its related materials by defining images, colors, fonts, and other visual elements. A successful visual design enhances a users experience by delivering a unified experience that answers the “why” question. Mike is an experienced senior designer with over 20 years of industry experience in creative design. He has gained his experience by founding his own interactive agency, Artichoke Design, which has proven to be a successful business. He has launched thousands of live sites, countless publications, brands and mobile applications for innovative businesses, large and small. This and the ever-growing knowledge within his startup industry has focused his passion for creating new ways people interact with technology. He believes this knowledge can affect people’s personal and business lives positively making them closer and more connected than ever before. This is truly revolutionary and exciting.