Senior Web & Content Manager who specializes in complex, content-heavy websites, focusing on accessibility, CMS governance, and bilingual (English/Spanish) experiences.
Hi, I’m Kathy — a bilingual digital architect, content leader, and creative technologist.
I build accessible, user-centered websites that don’t just look great—they function with purpose. From enterprise health platforms to artisan brand launches, I blend strategy, design, and systems thinking to help content move with clarity and intention.
With 15+ years in web content strategy, UX writing, and CMS leadership (WordPress, Drupal, TeamSite, and beyond), I create digital experiences that scale, include, and perform. Whether I’m launching SEO-optimized healthcare pages or designing vibrant Shopify storefronts with Latinx creators, I’m always thinking about equity, engagement, and ease of use.
My superpowers? Multilingual content design (English & Spanish), content governance, accessibility compliance (WCAG, ADA, HIPAA), and the ability to make even the most technical systems feel intuitive. I believe content should feel like a conversation—not a chore.
If you want to bring heart, structure, and strategy to your digital presence, I’m your go-to.
Enterprise-level web initiatives highlighting governance, accessibility compliance, and cross-functional collaboration.
I specialize in helping teams run content-heavy websites with confidence. From web content management and accessibility audits to CMS implementation and training, I bring structure, documentation, and bilingual expertise to digital experiences that need to perform at scale.
Effective content management is the backbone of scalable digital experiences. Without clear structure, governance, and workflows, teams face broken pages, accessibility risks, inconsistent messaging, and slow publishing cycles. I design and manage content ecosystems that keep websites organized, compliant, searchable, and easy for teams to maintain — ensuring content stays accurate, accessible, and aligned with business goals.
Accessibility is not optional — it is essential for legal compliance, usability, and inclusive digital experiences. Many organizations struggle with hidden accessibility barriers, inconsistent standards, and unclear remediation paths. I conduct thorough WCAG-based audits that identify critical issues, prioritize fixes, and provide actionable recommendations — helping teams reduce risk, improve usability, and deliver content that works for everyone.
A CMS is only as effective as the people and processes behind it. Without proper configuration, documentation, and training, teams face publishing errors, inconsistent layouts, accessibility issues, and slow adoption. I lead CMS implementations and create clear, role-based training resources that empower teams to publish confidently, maintain accessibility standards, and scale content operations without sacrificing quality or governance.
Large websites often suffer from content sprawl, unclear ownership, inconsistent messaging, and poor discoverability. Without a clear strategy, teams waste time managing outdated content and users struggle to find what they need. I design structured content strategies that bring clarity to complex ecosystems — aligning business goals, user needs, governance standards, and scalable architecture to create organized, searchable, and sustainable digital experiences.
Great content fails when it can’t be found. Many websites struggle with poor information architecture, inconsistent headings, weak metadata, and unoptimized page structures that limit search visibility and user engagement. I design SEO-aware content frameworks that align technical structure, accessibility standards, and keyword strategy — improving discoverability, usability, and long-term organic performance.
Serving bilingual audiences requires more than direct translation. Many organizations struggle with inconsistent terminology, cultural misalignment, broken workflows, and SEO gaps across languages. I create and manage bilingual content experiences that preserve meaning, tone, accessibility standards, and search performance — ensuring English and Spanish content remains accurate, culturally relevant, and aligned across platforms.
Simplicity is about subtracting the obvious and adding the meaningful.
- John Maeda
"Quick and efficient communication. Fast turnaround. Delivered an awesome design just based on a few ideas I gave and I was super pleased that my ideas were brought to life so quickly and right on point! Can't wait to work with Tanama Designs (Kathy Mendoza) again!"
- Amanda Cardona
"I have requested two logo designs and both times I was provided with a plethora of choices and colors schemes. The designs were truly reflective of what I was looking for."
- Luivette Resto
"I worked with Kathy to create a logo for my new photography business. I had a base idea which she took and made even better! She was very patient with me as I asked her to change the font color a hundred times (ok maybe not a hundred but definitely a lot). She created a version of the logo for both light and dark backgrounds and turned it around in under a week. Highly recommend Tanama Designs (Kathy Mendoza)!"
- Lauren O'Byrne
"I am so happy with the experience I had in working with Kathy. She took my vision and gave it the professional, high quality look I wanted to accomplish for my budding business. She listens, communicates and executes. She gave me all the files I need. I highly recommend her for your projects and I will use her again as needed."
- Daniela Harrigan
