Crisha


Systems Design
Creative Ops Strategy
Program Manager


Ari

I help bring structure, rhythm, and clarity to design-forward teamsacross product, brand, and operations.

Info

I build the infrastructure behind ambitious, creative companies. Based in New York for over 8 years, I’ve led product launches, programs, and operational strategy across food, personal care, and design-forward industries.

My strength is in bringing structure to momentum—shaping roadmaps, refining internal systems, and creating the operational rhythm teams need to grow with intention. I’ve worked across global supply chains, creative studios, and early-stage brands—often acting as the bridge between vision and execution.

As Co-Director of The Overstory Co., I support scaling teams with program leadership, backend clarity, and founder-aligned strategy. I’m a steady presence in fast-moving environments, trusted to hold space for both big-picture thinking and the smallest operational detail.

Outside of work, I run Studio Mangosteen—a seasonal sensory studio exploring memory, ritual, and the slow beauty of thoughtful design. You’ll often find me making something by hand, wandering through New York’s design corners, or dreaming up a slower, more beautiful future.

I’m a strategic operator with 10+ years across kitchens, global supply chains, and creative studios. Today, I partner with emerging and growth-stage brands to launch new products, streamline operations, and scale with integrity. My work blends systems thinking, operational guidance, and executional clarity— whether I’m managing go-to-market timelines, aligning cross-functional teams, or building backend infrastructure for ambitious, creative companies. Outside of work, you’ll find me exploring New York’s food and culture scene or creating immersive food installations through my studio, Studio Mangosteen.

Experience

Program Manager & Creative Strategist

2023 - Current

The Overstory Co.

Head of US Operations & Partnerships

2021 - 2025

Forested

CPG Product Development & Commercialisation

2019 - 2021

Forested (Maryiza Honey)

Operations Manager

2019

Ostudio

R&D & Production Assistant

2018 - 2019

Julia Sherman (Salad For President)

Program Manager & Creative Strategist

2023 - Current

The Overstory Co.

Head of US Operations & Partnerships

2021 - 2025

Forested

CPG Product Development & Commercialisation

2019 - 2021

Forested (Maryiza Honey)

Operations Manager

2019

Ostudio

R&D & Production Assistant

2018 - 2019

Julia Sherman (Salad For President)

Competencies

Program Management

Launch Operations

Systems Design

Cross-Functional Coordination

Vendor & Supplier Comms

Timeline Holding

Go-to-Market Readiness

Compliance Documentation

Founder Collaboration

Sensory Brand Awareness

Tools

Asana

Project Management

Asana

Project Management

Monday.com

Project Management

Monday.com

Project Management

Notion

Documentation / PM

Notion

Documentation / PM

Google Suite

SOPs / Knowledge Management

Google Suite

SOPs / Knowledge Management

Mid-journey

Images

Mid-journey

Images

Lightroom

Media Editing

Lightroom

Media Editing

Canva

Team Comms/Presentations

Canva

Team Comms/Presentations

Adobe InDesign

(Currently Training)

Adobe InDesign

(Currently Training)

Illustrator

(Currently Training)

Illustrator

(Currently Training)

Figma

(Currently Training)

Figma

(Currently Training)

Education/ Certs

Monash University

BSc - Research Design & Physiology

Monash University

BSc - Research Design & Physiology

William Angliss

Commercial Cookery & Patisserie

William Angliss

Commercial Cookery & Patisserie

Google (In Progress)

Google Project Management: Professional Certificate

Google (In Progress)

Google Project Management: Professional Certificate

Adobe (In Progress)

Adobe Graphic Designer Professional Certificate

Adobe (In Progress)

Adobe Graphic Designer Professional Certificate

Testimonials

"Crisha's intuitive sense for project management, team coordination, and systems-building is what helped us get from 0 to 1 as a global, cross-cultural team and business."

Ariana Day Yuen

Founder & CEO, Forested

"Crisha’s aptitude for [systems] design has defined her ability to effectively bring life to a project. Crisha's work prioritizes clarity, functionality and flair. Her work can be characterized as grounded and rich."

Franck Henry Godefroy

Visonary & Artist, Tepid

"Crisha is creative, organized, and brings refreshing energy and spirit to the workplace. She is a problem solver and creator - a powerful combination for any business and a dream teammate"

Abby Waldorf

Sustainability Specialst, Founder

Testimonials

"Crisha's intuitive sense for project management, team coordination, and systems-building is what helped us get from 0 to 1 as a global, cross-cultural team and business."

Ariana Day Yuen

Founder & CEO, Forested

"Crisha’s aptitude for [systems] design has defined her ability to effectively bring life to a project. Crisha's work prioritizes clarity, functionality and flair. Her work can be characterized as grounded and rich."

Franck Henry Godefroy

Visonary & Artist, Tepid

"Crisha is creative, organized, and brings refreshing energy and spirit to the workplace. She is a problem solver and creator - a powerful combination for any business and a dream teammate"

Abby Waldorf

Sustainability Specialst, Founder

Testimonials

"Crisha's intuitive sense for project management, team coordination, and systems-building is what helped us get from 0 to 1 as a global, cross-cultural team and business."

Ariana Day Yuen

Founder & CEO, Forested

"Crisha’s aptitude for [systems] design has defined her ability to effectively bring life to a project. Crisha's work prioritizes clarity, functionality and flair. Her work can be characterized as grounded and rich."

Franck Henry Godefroy

Visonary & Artist, Tepid

"Crisha is creative, organized, and brings refreshing energy and spirit to the workplace. She is a problem solver and creator - a powerful combination for any business and a dream teammate"

Abby Waldorf

Founder & Creative Director, Asmaa Studio

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Location:

New York City, USA

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Location:

New York City, USA

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Let’s Connect

Location:

New York City, USA