At Cherish, a subscription service designed to empower caregivers and their loved ones affected by dementia and Alzheimer's, I played a critical role in initiating and steering product innovations. Working in partnership with Brigham and Women's Hospital and supported by Harvard University, Cherish is dedicated to facilitating meaningful connections through purposeful activities, education, and a supportive community. My responsibilities involved collaborating closely with the founder to develop the initial product line, crafting the strategy, and overseeing the design from concept to the first round of product testing at Brigham.

Audrey Scagnelli
Entrepreneur In Residence at Co-Created | Harvard Kennedy School | Dementia Care Founder

“Anne is a pro. She is a jack of all trades, creates beautiful, heuristic work, and is uniquely capable of seamlessly blending the big picture and the most tiny of (important) details. Anne jumped feet first into designing for individuals with unique needs, asked thoughtful questions along the way, and worked design and production magic. She has many talents and has been a pleasure to work with.”

  • Innovative Product Development: Spearheaded the development of Cherish’s initial product offerings, focusing on creating high-value, innovative solutions tailored to the unique needs of individuals affected by dementia and Alzheimer's as well as the loved ones who support them.

    Strategic Collaboration: Worked closely with medical and academic experts, integrating cutting-edge research and insights into product design to ensure effectiveness and relevance.

    Consumer-Centric Design: Led the design process with a deep focus on the end-user experience, ensuring that each product met and exceeded the expectations of caregivers and their loved ones, enhancing their quality of life and interaction.

    Testing and Feedback Integration: Managed the initial testing phase of the product line at Brigham, gathering critical feedback to refine and perfect the offerings, setting the stage for a successful public launch.

    Community and Education Integration: Contributed to developing educational materials and community engagement strategies that complement the product offerings, reinforcing Cherish’s mission to support and educate its users.