In my career, I've never been afraid to push boundaries or put myself out there. That's why I created Quest for Innovation, an interactive resume game that brings my professional journey to life. This isn't just another portfolio piece! It's a reflection of my belief in the power of creativity, technology and innovation to redefine the way we present and experience career growth.

What is Quest for Innovation?

The game is an action-adventure experience that mirrors the milestones, challenges and achievements of my career. Players navigate through levels that reflect real-world obstacles, from tackling legacy systems to overcoming imposter syndrome. Just as I've done in my career, the game allows players to unlock new abilities and fight epic "boss battles" based on real challenges I've faced in tech and product management.

Why Did I Create It?

For me, the game is more than just a creative portfolio piece as it's a way to showcase the journey I've been on from early-stage tech roles to leading cutting-edge AI-driven innovation. I've always believed in gamifying the process of growth and development, so why not apply that same mindset to the way I present my career?

It's a reflection of my passion for taking risks, embracing ambiguity and leading with creativity which are all qualities that have fueled my success in the tech industry. Whether it was launching cloud-based video solutions, navigating the complexities of ad tech or building an AI-powered mental fitness app I've always strived to push the envelope and create something that matters.

Game Features that Reflect My Career:

1. Skill-Based Progression: Just like unlocking new abilities in a game my career journey has been about mastering new skills, from leading security content strategy at Splunk to developing AI-driven personal development tools at Ascendvent.
2. Epic Boss Battles: Each challenge in the game such as "The Legacy System" or "The Imposter Syndrome Phantom," represents the real battles I've faced throughout my career. These moments were opportunities for me to innovate and lead from scaling platforms to optimizing user adoption.
3. Career Journey: The game tracks my evolution from early roles in tech to my current focus on AI-driven solutions just as my professional growth has been a continuous journey of learning leading and innovating.

This game not only highlights my technical and leadership capabilities but also reinforces my commitment to thinking big and embracing technology's transformative power and creating immersive and meaningful experiences for others.