Geoff (me) giving myself and you two enthusiastic thumbs up

This is me, Geoff →

Because of course it is? It would be silly if this picture was of someone else.

Then again, I wouldn’t put it past me given how I like to test conventions; About Me pages being no exception. I wouldn’t write all of this if you couldn’t trust it was me, because it is. Also, this picture definitely doesn’t blink, so don’t wait around for that to happen—seriously.

I think that about sums up my personality—onto the credentials!

 
 

What I call myself

thinker | writer | learner | maker

Or, for those looking for an “official” title that has been bestowed upon me by those who write pay cheques and job descriptions, it’s Senior Design Researcher (Kiwibank). I prefer “leader without the Lead”, “Greybeard”, “Customer Enthusiast”, or “Walking, talking ChatGPT” which I've also gotten.

What you need to know

This section no longer contains the typical type of ‘About Me’ blurb readily available on professional profiles. I'm not here to try to convince you of my expertise, hirability, or the like — those are judgements you will make on your own with or without these words.

I create things. I live to help others grow. I thrive on deep conversations. And I'm here when it suits me.

Sometimes I prefer messages only, sometimes face-to-face chats. If you'd like to talk, the least I can do is offer a courtesy reply [but it might take me a while to see it]. On the plus side, I actually drink coffee now, so no more awkward tea orders on my part should the mood strike us both to meet up. Virtual ones are viable too.

But, until such time…

  • This is what I’m up to Now

  • This Blog is written to inspire, share insight, entertain, and capture that which held my interest

  • This Everyday Experiences Podcast captures how I see the design of the world around us

Previous roles

Past Speaking engagements

(comedy performer + producer ventures to be added at a later date)