Kristen Kulenych
About Kristen Kulenych
Kristen Kulenych is a Partner and Chief Experience Officer at Modus, where she has worked since 2002. With a background in design and creative direction, she has advised major brands and received recognition from prestigious awards in the design industry.
Work at ModusBox
Kristen Kulenych has served as Partner and Chief Experience Officer at Modus since 2002. Under her leadership, Modus has established a reputation for its innovative approach to user experience and digital product development. As a co-founder, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the company's vision and strategy, focusing on enhancing client engagement and satisfaction through effective design solutions.
Education and Expertise
Kristen Kulenych studied at Parsons School of Design - The New School, where she focused on Typography, Printing Process, Advanced Photoshop, Magazine Art Direction, and Interior Design, completing her studies in 1994. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Hofstra University, specializing in Fine Art with a concentration in Graphic Design and minors in Art History and Anthropology, which she completed in 1990. This educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in design principles and creative strategy.
Background
Kristen Kulenych began her career in the design field as a Production Artist at Shore Publishing from 1990 to 1991. She then progressed to various roles, including Designer/Production Editor at John Wiley and Sons from 1994 to 1997, and Art Director at Young & Rubicam/Brand Dialogue from 1997 to 1998. Her experience includes serving as Associate Creative Director and later as Creative Director at Luminant Worldwide, formerly known as Young & Rubicam/Brand Dialogue, from 1998 to 2000.
Achievements
Kristen Kulenych's work has been recognized through various prestigious awards, including the Webby Awards and the Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival. She has also contributed to the design industry through publications, such as being featured in Graphis Books’ DesignAgencies.com. Additionally, she has advised major brands like ADP, Fireman's Fund Insurance Company, and Wyndham Hotel Group on creative strategies, showcasing her expertise in the field.
Professional Affiliations
Kristen Kulenych is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Association of Graphic Arts and the Customer Experience Professionals Association. Her involvement in these organizations reflects her commitment to staying current in the design and customer experience fields, as well as her dedication to contributing to the professional community.