Hi, I’m Lindsey

I started life in a tiny town in Wisconsin.

My parents were always encouraging me to pursue talents (Hello figure skating, too bad I didn’t make it to Tara Lipinski’s level, not even close). However, art was the one that stuck with me through the years. I just couldn’t get away from it; I guess you could call it an obsession. As they say, talent can only get you so far without putting in the work. From a young age, I went to art camps, read books, attended private watercolor painting lessons, and drew for hours on end, sketchbook after sketchbook, honing my craft and always striving to get better, only for me. Thank you Mom and Dad for all the opportunity and love you have given me.

That drive wasn’t only pertaining to art, I definitely had over-achiever status growing up. I was smart and I applied myself and another passion came to light. Science, specifically Biology. Fascination with how the world and all the creatures on it lit up something inside me. How did things grow and how could all these little series of biological events by tiny little cells and molecules make up everything? And how does it always seem to work?! I needed to know and I loved learning about it all. In addition, as I got older, it sounded like a more “normal” and “lucrative” direction to go than being an artist. I could always keep my artistic talent alive as a hobby.

And here’s where the first crossroad comes into play.

While focusing on Pre-Medical Biology studies at Saint Norbert College, I took an art prerequisite that changed everything. That course made me realize how much I missed art in my life and I upgraded my degree status to double major in both Art and Biology and a plan to do it all and still graduate in four years (see the ongoing over-achiever status?). It was quite the challenge, but I was so much happier and it showed. This change led to an acceptance to the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) for a Masters Degree in Biomedical Visualization, moving to Chicago, and learning more about art, science, and life than I could ever imagine.

Following my educational studies, I dedicated a decade to working full-time with three consecutive companies. Simultaneously, I engaged in freelancing and pursued my passion for painting during my evenings. After a decade of immersing myself in corporate roles, meticulously analyzing data, and strategic planning, I decided to take the plunge into self-employment just before the arrival of my daughter.

While navigating the challenges of solo entrepreneurship post-parenthood, I've realized that my true professional strengths lie in graphic design and marketing. Managing the multifaceted responsibilities of a solo venture, while a valuable experience, led me to reevaluate my professional priorities. Without any regrets regarding my entrepreneurial journey, which provided essential lessons in business and leadership, I've recently opted to pursue a full-time position that aligns more closely with my career aspirations, drawing on my extensive background in design and visual communication.

Each phase of my journey has contributed to my personal and professional growth, allowing me to ascend the career ladder and refine my understanding of what I truly desire in a fulfilling career. As a perpetual work-in-progress, I embrace the evolution and continuous learning that shape my professional path, recognizing that such growth is a universal experience.

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