After working at a variety of in-house, agency, and freelance design roles in the Bay Area, Mary moved to San Diego in search of sunnier skies and a healthier work lifestyle. She founded Empatico Design Studio with the intention of creating a more collaborative and streamlined process for her clients. Since setting up shop in San Diego, Empatico has worked with brands big and small to craft beautiful, strategic identities that last for the long haul.

Mary approaches her work as a collaborative partner to her clients, taking time to understand their needs and translate them into thoughtful strategies and seamless processes. Driven by a curiosity about human behavior, she’s especially interested in understanding why people make the choices they do. Her interest in behavioral science, combined with a strong sense of empathy, shapes her approach to design and problem-solving.