“Working with Sarah on the launch of Beam 4 was an absolute privilege. She brought creativity, strategic thinking, and a collaborative spirit to every design challenge we faced—many of which were complex and high-stakes. Despite working from halfway around the world, she never felt distant. She was always engaged, communicative, and eager to problem-solve together, making our collaboration seamless no matter the time zone.

Sarah has a rare ability to balance big-picture design strategy with the small details that make an experience truly intuitive and engaging. Her work on Beam 4 was instrumental in shaping a cohesive, user-friendly product, and I constantly admired her ability to tackle large-scale challenges with both thoughtfulness and innovation.

Anyone who has the chance to work with Sarah will quickly see that she’s not only a talented designer but also an invaluable teammate. I can’t recommend her highly enough!”

— Chelsey Emmelhainz, Content Strategist

Sarah is a very talented UX designer. I’ve worked with her for the last year, and she has been a key contributor as we have launched our new Beam brand platform. Sarah is an attentive listener and seeks to understand, in depth, the problem(s) that need to be solved. Sarah is thoughtful and creative as she builds out solutions and always centers back on the problem if there is any uncertainty. Sarah has a great ability to navigate ambiguity and even when problems are complex on the surface, always strives to create simple, user-centered solutions that are functional, intuitive and elegant for the end-user.

I’ve watched Sarah lead customer discovery calls and guide customers through UI/UX observation sessions while displaying curiosity and professionalism. I’ve then seen the results of her taking all that information and distilling it into usable documentation that is then shared with the team. On a practical level, Sarah is reliable and extremely flexible as it relates to working remotely. She has proven extremely effective working across time zones, even with a 12-hour difference. She sets a great example and regularly demonstrates discipline, adaptability and dedication when it comes to collaborating with the broader team and working with customers. She maintains clear and effective communication with all stakeholders and team members.

In summary, Sarah is an outstanding UX designer and I’m hopeful that we will have the opportunity to work together again. I highly recommend you reach out to her if you need UX help – you won’t regret it!”

— Phil Knight, Director of Product Management

“I had the privilege of working on a team with Sarah for three years at Monigle/Beam, during which time, she proved to be an exceptional Senior Digital Experience Designer. Sarah’s expertise in Figma, Figma Tokens, and user research, combined with her incredible attention to detail and analytical mind, made her an indispensable asset to our team.

One of Sarah’s most impactful contributions was her collaboration with our engineering team to create a token system that revolutionized how we handled client onboarding. By building a headless design system that could be seamlessly updated to match any client’s branding styles, Sarah helped streamline the onboarding process for new clients. What once took weeks to accomplish was reduced to just a few days, saving time and resources while delivering exceptional results.

Beyond her technical and design skills, Sarah is a hardworking self-starter and a true team player. She thrived in a remote work environment, consistently delivering high-quality work on time—even while living in another country. Sarah is also kind and friendly, fostering positive relationships with her colleagues, while knowing how to focus and get down to business when it matters most.

I would confidently recommend Sarah for any role in the user experience or user interface field. Her talent for solving complex challenges, combined with her strong user research skills, makes her a standout candidate who will undoubtedly make a significant impact wherever she goes next.”

— J. Parker Baker, Senior Product Designer

“I had the pleasure of working alongside Sarah at Monigle, and I am delighted to provide a review of her contributions as a UX designer. Sarah's inquisitive mind for UX is truly commendable. She consistently demonstrates a unique and creative approach to organizing solutions.

One of Sarah's standout strengths is her impressive understanding of information architecture and her ability to tackle complex problems with multiple layers. Her knack for breaking down challenges into innovative thinking showcases her problem-solving skills.

Beyond her technical abilities, Sarah excels in client interactions. She is a personable professional who effortlessly connects with clients. Sarah's skills as a presenter are outstanding, making her an effective communicator who can convey complex ideas clearly and engagingly. Moreover, her empathetic listening skills contribute to building strong relationships with clients.

Having had the opportunity to collaborate with Sarah, I can confidently state that she would be an asset to any product team. Her collaborative approach and ease of working with developers make her an ideal team player. Additionally, her prowess as a client-facing designer positions her as a valuable asset in roles that require direct interaction with clients.

To sum it up, Sarah is an excellent UX designer. Her technical expertise, creative thinking, and interpersonal skills make her a great team member and someone I truly enjoy being around. I would eagerly welcome the opportunity to work alongside her again, whether on a product team or in a client-facing capacity.”

— Jeremy Crawley, Associate Director of Digital Experience Design

“Sarah and I worked together closely for a year, building Home Depot’s Search and Recommendations UX practice from the ground up. Empathy is the core of her practice, deeply understanding human needs, from users to stakeholders. As a researcher, it was especially rewarding to work with someone who could listen to customer problems and design solutions that solved them (while making money for the business). In one instance, Sarah and I led a squad through a series of customer-centric bespoke product discovery workshops for 30 people, aligning product, engineering, and data science to focus on the customer. Committed to UX process, she was instrumental in leading the transformation of UX from a service model to a true partnership. Sarah is creative, diligent, collaborative, and fun to be around, and I can’t recommend her highly enough.”

— Emma x Lirette, Manager, Online User Experience Research

“It was a pleasure collaborating with Sarah—an exceptional UX Designer who brings a perfect balance of methodical thinking, creativity, and positivity to every project. Her ability to approach challenges systematically ensures that her solutions are user-centric, highly effective, and efficient.

She brings positive energy to the team, fostering a collaborative and inspiring environment where ideas can flourish. Despite the project's complexity, she remains focused, composed, and solutions-driven, making her a reliable and uplifting presence.

Sarah’s creativity shines in every aspect of her work. Whether brainstorming innovative ideas or refining designs, her attention to detail and imaginative approach consistently elevate the user experience. Her ability to think outside the box while maintaining a strategic, methodical mindset is remarkable.

I highly recommend Sarah to any team seeking a thoughtful, creative, and driven UX Designer who excels at turning challenges into opportunities. She would be an invaluable addition to any organization!”

— Rachel Hornay, Director of Content Strategy