Areas of Expertise

Creative Direction
Design Leadership
Product Design

I’m a hands-on design leader who bridges strategy and craft to shape meaningful digital experiences. I’ve led rebrands, and future-state design work for Ford, UPS, Nissan, Verizon, and a range of Fortune 500 and emerging brands. In every case, I focus on bringing clarity, craft, and vision to the work. I help shape team environments where curiosity, accountability, and creativity thrive.

I believe great design begins with tension. It starts with friction, blockers, and moments that cause pause. My role is to clear the path. Whether shaping early-stage vision work or delivering at scale, I bring systems thinking, storytelling, and a deep respect for execution.

My leadership style is rooted in transparency. I’m direct, fair, and approachable. I push for excellence, protect my team, and throw in a dad joke here and there to lighten the mood. I care deeply about the work and the people behind it, and try to show up that way every day.

Email
chrismills.com@gmail.com