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Wei Ching Koo
Information Architect at Trimble
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
UX/UI Designer with 10 years of experience in B2B applications web and native apps. Passionate about utilising cognitive science and human behaviour in delivering useful and intuitive designs. I specialise in solving complex business problems and crafting meaningful experiences with beautiful interfaces to help retailers run their business smoothly and improve business performance. I take pride in my creation and I’m highly motivated to take on new challenges. Please do not hesitate to reach out to learn more about my past work or to request a copy of my case study.
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Adrian Carpintero
UX Designer at Amazon
- Art Direction
- Motion Design
- Portfolio Review
- User Experience
Hi there! I’m Adrian. I was born and raised in Argentina, lived in Spain, moved to Chicago, and now happily call Austin home. I am a UX Designer with a passion for developing creative and compelling end-to-end user experiences. I started my career in art direction at ad agencies back in Argentina before moving to the States, where I’ve had the pleasure of helping launch several startups and working on campaigns for Fortune 500 companies. In addition to UI/UX design, I enjoy creating motion graphic animations, seamless user experiences, service blueprints, user journeys, infographics, illustrations—the list goes on. When I’m not in front of my computer, you can find me playing volleyball, learning to play the piano, or my favorite—the ukulele. Oh, and I also make a mean empanada. Specialties: Visual Design, UI/UX, Web Design, Motion Graphic Design, Design and Art Direction, Human Centered Design, Usability Testing, Research, Brand Development.
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Abhishek Gore
User Experience Designer at Moonraft Innovation Labs
- Branding & Identity
- Design Thinking
- User Interface
Hi, I am Abhishek Gore, a Designer by heart and a UX designer by profession. Design has been a self-exploratory journey for me and it still is. My love for design existed even before I understood the word design. In the race of multiple entrance exams post 12th, I realised that I liked to know how things work and why they work the way they do. That is when I came across the field of design and when I read about it, it felt as if someone articulated exactly what I wanted to do. Something practical, in tandem with real life, that made an impact on people's life. Eventually, I got into IIT Guwahati with an AIR 21 and my journey into the field of design took off. This new field slowly became a way of thinking until it was a philosophy that fit into all aspects of life and business. With this knowledge, I set steps into the industry with the onset of the pandemic and got an opportunity to learn what the industry had to offer. Lucky to have joined a startup that launched its product a week before I joined, I got to notice how a product grows in a year.
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Christopher Grose
Product Design Manager, Enterprise Engineering ML AI at Meta
- Design Strategy
- Product Design
- User Experience
- User Research
Hi, I’m Christopher. 👋 I’m a dynamic tech-industry professional with an exceptional track record as a creative leader, innovator and UX design professional. I think big and strategically, but always keep an eye on the details – especially when they impact the customer experience. My impact in executive leadership roles is demonstrated by my history to build and scale design teams. I effectively overcome complex business challenges through strategic and creative execution. I've had the pleasure of leading the design of strategic digital campaigns, immersive interactive experiences, and complex software design for many internationally recognized brands and technology companies. Great design improves our everyday interactions, and I firmly believe that it should exist in every thing that we experience. If you're interested in creating something great together, please send me a note and say hello.
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Rahul Khatkar
Head of Metaverse & Production at Multiplayr
- Art Direction
- Interaction Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
Application specialist having a work experience of over 10 years in Digital Media & Technology with a proven track record of product representation across South East Asia and the Indian Subcontinent region. Background in ‘Design’ adds to the other skillsets – UI/UX, Virtual/Augmented Reality, Broadcast Graphic Design, Product Evangelizing, Team Management, Solution Selling. The ability to lead and communicate well helps deal effectively with cross-cultural/functional teams resulting in the best outcomes. https://app.assessfirst.com/_/profile/fohpesqa-rahul-singh
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Lívia Chauar
Product Designer at Uber
- Illustration
- Product Design
- Service Design
- Visual Design
I work as a Product Designer at OLX Brazil, previously Accenture. I worked with clients such as Fedex, DHL, MagaLu, Vivo, Helicidade, FCA, Cushman, and Natura. I am also a mentor for aspiring designers and work as a volunteer for the UN with digital products for female empowerment in Nigeria. Currently, I work as a Product Designer at Uber. I am also a mentor for aspiring designers and work as a volunteer for the UN with digital products for female empowerment in Nigeria.
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Peter Ndirpaya
Product Design Lead at Talstack
- Career Advice
- Information Architecture
- Product Design
- UI Development
I am a Senior Product Designer who has worked in startups for over a decade. I have led and managed teams in multiple roles both in early and established startups. With an experience working across companies and consulting for businesses in different stages, I leverage on design and technology to create user-friendly interfaces and products that delight and inspire people and organizations.
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Jakub Konopka
Product Designer at Ethereum Foundation
- Accessibility
- Design Thinking
- User Experience
I am a seasoned product designer with hands-on experience in the whole product development cycle from initial research and ideation to continuous validation, iteration and product development after the release. I have led research and design activities in 6 startup companies and am myself a startup co-founder as well.
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Yegneshwaran Hariharan
Video Editor & Graphics Designing at YH Frame
- Adobe
- Animation
- Creative Direction
- Graphic Design
Hi I am an video editor, graphics designer, script writer, 2D animator, video marketer and filmmaker. I have been creating videos and designing posters, magazines, photobooks and brochures for past 5 years. I have worked with many individuals, organization and production houses.
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Rahul Deshpande
Principal - Interactive (UX) at LTIMindtree
- Design Leadership
- Design Thinking
- Furniture Design
- Product Design
I'm a Product Design professional (NID Ahmedabad, 2007-10). Practicing UX strategist and Designer and promoter of Design thinking toolkit as integral part of life. I have experienced how a design can shape their identity in the corporate world without losing creative edge and desire to go beyond routine! I'm still learning, but would love to exchange the experiences with younger designers to motivate them and. get inspired!
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Ray Kail
Senior Product Designer at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma & Texas
- Illustration
- Interaction Design
- Sketch
- User Experience
Senior UX Product Designer with experience leading design processes and people in agile environments. Skilled in user research, wireframing, prototyping, interaction design, and usability testing with a Master of Science (MS) in Human-Computer Interaction from DePaul University. Experienced in leading design in agile environments with a work history heavy in large corporations and 3.5 years in an agency.
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Prasant Poodipeddi
Design Mentor at Designed.org
- Design Critique
- Product Design
- User Experience
- Visual Design
I'm a Product designer with over 6 years of experience across industries such as E-commerce, Health Care, Insurance, Academics and Automobile. I firmly believe that the design of the product is more than just its visual appeal. This is why I dedicated my career to working closely with great people, making sure we deliver amazing experiences to the customers at every step of interaction with their applications. I like to work closely with the team and stakeholders to bridge the gap between business goals and customer satisfaction. I’m most proud of working with start-ups and large-scale companies to building products for senior citizens across the globe.
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Emma Passarelli
Senior Art Director at Cognizant
- Career Advice
- Design Leadership
- Design Thinking
- User Centered Design
Hybrid creative & strategic thought leader with over 10 years of experience, driven to develop best-in-class products and experiences. I thrive on collaborating with various teams to problem solve. Passionate about designing with data and insights to provide better solutions for customers. I have a passion for strategy and research and a healthy obsession with the user.
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Joe Zarate
Senior UX Developer/Graphic Designer at Cook Children's Health Care System
- Art Direction
- Creative Direction
- eCommerce
- Illustration
Successful Manager and Designer - extensive experience with years in both web and print design. Developed brand and corporate identities, websites, advertisements, and sales collateral for clients in retail, professional services, and high-tech industries. Adheres to industry best practices in design. Additional experience with managing web design teams and external partners.
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Aref Ahmadi Araghi
Product Designer at Happeo
- Graphic Design
- Illustration
- Instructional Design
- Product Design
Aref Araghi is a product designer & experience engineer I have 5 years of experience designing digital products. I have helped companies of all sizes create digital products and define their product strategies.
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Gokul Krishnan
VP, UI UX and Design at Near
- Branding & Identity
- UI Development
- User Experience
A well-organized Graphic Designer with 10+ years of experience in UX, UI, digital products, branding, print and graphic design. Ability to work with others to identify goals and target audiences and translate needs into a visual message. Editing experience in small and large-scale projects with the ability to create, analyse and categorize content into a user-friendly experience. I’m very passionate, and I love what I do, and I strongly believe in; "The less it is, the cooler is your interface." I would love to help by sharing my knowledge that I have gained the past in the field of UI, UX Design.
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David Schap
Lead UX Designer at EXPRESS
- UI Development
- User Research
- Visual Design
I’m a multi-disciplined creative professional with over 15 years of industry experience working to develop software through effective visual communication and clarity
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Milad Moqaddam
Product Design Director at Miare
- Design Thinking
- Product Design
- Product Management
- Service Design
With a background in architecture, I initially immersed myself in designing physical products, ranging from furniture and appliances to urban design projects and interior architecture. However, as I delved into the realm of startups and digital products, I found myself drawn to a new career path. Throughout my professional journey, I have been fortunate to engage in diverse projects, each presenting its own unique attributes and challenges. My approach has always been rooted in finding solutions that are not only profitable for the business but also cater to the users' needs. Additionally, I have successfully created customer-centric sections for traditional businesses, placing a strong emphasis on enhancing the overall customer experience.
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Ramon Martinez
Lead UX/UI Designer at Levi's
- Product Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
I am a Lead UX Designer currently working at Levi's. I have a passion for crafting elegant solutions that solve important problems. I previously worked at Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn & West Elm for the WSI family of brands as a Lead UX Designer. I've also worked at Apple, designing for the teams behind Apple TV+, and at Fashion Nova, the most successful brand on the Shopify platform. I love to tinker on everything from front-end frameworks to downhill mountain bikes. You can find me hiking, biking, surfing, and climbing across California's beautiful wild places. Technology: Sketch, Figma, Invision, Miro, AdobeXD, Photoshop, Illustrator, Creative Cloud, Zeplin, Balsamiq, Confluence, Jira, Github, HTML, CSS, Javascript. Deliverables: Design systems, wireframes, prototypes, high fidelity mockups, user flows, information architecture, site maps, interaction design, style guides, user testing, user personas.
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Christine Esoldo
Director of User Experience, Platform + Managed Services at CrowdStrike
- Design Management
- Design Strategy
- Information Architecture
- Product Design
I'm a multi-disciplinary designer and UX leader with more than 15 years of experience and am currently a Director of UX and Product Design where I'm scaling UX teams and driving UX strategy. In my spare time, you can find me running, paddleboarding, or creating art. Over the course of my career, I've used my range of skills in UX design, user research, content strategy, information architecture, and visual design (including brand, identity and illustration) to build and launch successful enterprise SaaS products, apps, and websites. I've also been known to wield my copywriting and UX writing skills. I embrace the idea of continual learning, and didn't stop once I earned an MFA. I typically can be found collecting certificates -- usually related to fine art, applied art, digital design, modern crafting, or UX -- and taking various online courses and tutorials so I stay up-to-date in the field and build new skills.
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Chris Locke
Head of Program at South Summit
- Career Advice
- Design Leadership
- Design Management
- Design Strategy
Entrepreneur, Business Strategist and Design Leader with over a decade of experience collaborating with startup founders and top leadership at world class organizations to advance their businesses, innovate effectively and embrace a human-centric approach. Currently on a mission to connect with the brightest minds in business and technology, bring them together and help them collaborate on some of our worlds most exciting innovations that are shaping the future. From launching new business ventures and scaling into new markets, to building digital experiences with the latest tech; I have partnered with a range of organizations; from fast-growing startups to world class enterprises like Nike, Disney, AB InBev and Discovery.
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Belen Fernandez Madero
UX Designer at acidgreen
- Creative Direction
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
I've been working a lot as a freelance designer. I'm very interested in applying new design systems, better ways of presenting new ideas to clients and engagement. Also would love to know how other agencies manage their workflow for better solutions.
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Billy Mitchell
Web Developer at Centricity
- Design Systems
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Video Production
I am a designer and developer who has worked for a verity of sized companies. I have a BFA in design but I'm a self-taught front end developer. I mostly work in Wordpress but Im skilled with HTML, CSS and Vinella JS. I'm currently learning React. I am a designer and developer with 7+ years of experience who operates the agency Billy Mitchell Design. I contract on an ongoing basis in addition to availability as a full-time employee. I've worked with everyone from small businesses to fortune 500 companies. I apply design thinking, leverage human-centered design principles, and build solutions to complex problems. In addition to numerous web development courses, I've obtained a BFA in Design from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Accomplishments Include Publication of the Baltimore Love Project Book (Layout Designer) Illustration published in the Baltimore City Paper Obtaining the Baltimore Midtown Development Award (Assistant Muralist)
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Artem Arefin
Senior Product / Advocate Designer at TemaBit
- Design Management
- Interaction Design
- Product Design
- User Experience
Product Designer and Design Manager with over 8 years of experience in fintech, e-commerce, SaaS, the metaverse, and high-load systems. Demonstrated strategic impact through UX research, design systems development, and optimizing user journeys. Successfully led design teams, implemented Agile processes, and consistently improved core business metrics. Core Achievements: • UX Optimization: Enhanced user flows, increasing payment conversion rates by 30%. • Support Reduction: Introduced interactive guidance, reducing support requests by 25%. • Unified Design System: Accelerated screen development by 20%. • Platform Efficiency: Improved multimodal interfaces, boosting productivity by 30%. • User Engagement: Interactive onboarding increased user activity by 18%. Passionate about creating user-centric products that transform industries and deliver measurable impact.
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Zachary Breakstone
Senior Staff Product Designer at Klaviyo
- Interaction Design
- User Experience
- User Research
- User Testing
Product Designer at Klaviyo. Previously towerIQ, HubSpot. I like to drink coffee, eat ramen, and solve problems. He/him.
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