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I'm Carma Baughman
After transitioning to design over 20 years ago, my career took unexpected and exciting directions.
Design changed my life. Being creative filled my soul.
I am passionate about helping others make the career journey into the design world.
I have trained thousands of professionals in the skills they need to advance in their careers. My courses on Coursera reached over 135,000 learners.
I’ve been an employee, a contractor, a freelancer, and a business owner. I understand what’s needed to find your next job.
I’m here to help you do just that!
Fun Facts About Me
I am a trainer at heart! I love helping others learn and have led numerous workshops and webinars, helping other professionals learn the skills they need to advance their career.
While I don't drink coffee, I'm a chai enthusiast who loves the coffee shop atmosphere! I am a chai aficionado, and have introduced many friends and family members to the wonderful flavors of chai!
I was 45 years old when I learned to snowboard! I skied prior to that and decided to take snowboard lessons with my twin nieces when they turned 14.
As an avid traveler from the US, I've explored Mexico (7 months), China, Hong Kong, Europe, Africa, and South Korea. New Zealand is next on our list!
I love to bicycle! For a period of time, I commuted to work by bicycle, 14 miles one way! In 2022, my husband and I completed a 7-day 462-mile cycling adventure across Iowa, joining 18,000 fellow riders in RAGBRAI!
I love the mountains! Having lived in Colorado for over 20 years, there is nothing quite like being surrounded by 14ers!