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2,037 mentors

Marcello Povoa
Professor at PUC-Rio
- Career Advice
- Creative Direction
- Design Process
- Human Computer Interaction
I can help others as a mentor in Digital Product Design, a field in which I have successfully worked for over 20 years. I have led the strategy, design, and development of digital products used by millions of people across industries including media, telecom, retail, technology, healthcare, and education. I also bring many years of general management experience, including recruiting and building multidisciplinary teams, managing people, and overseeing financial operations. Selected Experience CEO & Founder, MPP Interativa — an innovative digital product agency with offices in São Paulo and Rio, focused on strategy, UX design, and software development for large-scale, complex digital transformation initiatives for leading corporations in their sectors. Clients: Claro, Ipiranga, Globo, Renner, Bradesco, Coca-Cola, SKY, Oi Telecom, and others. Board Member of Gênesis, a startup ecosystem. Board Advisor to startups. Professor & Academic Coordinator at IAG Business School, PUC-Rio. Director at Globo.com, the digital company of Globo Group — the largest media conglomerate in Latin America. I was hired to structure and launch Globo.com, from its inception through its emergence as a leader in the Brazilian digital market. Director at IconMediaLab (New York). During my tenure, the company was named one of the three best digital agencies in the world by Advertising Age.
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Chad Engle
Director of Product Design at GoDaddy
- Creative Direction
- Product Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
I have experience in managing & scaling design teams + w/ experience in both product design and marketing design as well as design at scale. Love talking to designers, mentoring, and seeing them grow. Currently building a design team at GoDaddy.
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Gerard Encabo
Visual Designer at Self-employed
- Graphic Design
- Typography
- UI Design
- UI/UX
As a Visual Designer I deliver purposeful and meaningful solutions, with an eye for detail, a methodical and creative work style and beautiful, useful results. I don’t have a list of awards or publications to impress, but my mom thinks I’m clever and my grandmother says I’m handsome.
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Farzan Balkani
Chief Experience Officer at Alibaba Travels Co. logo Alibaba Travels Co.
- Design Leadership
- DesignOps
- Product Management
- User Experience
When I was 14, I started graphic design as a hobby and discovered I could make money with it! All of this happened in the early days of the user interface design fever, and while I was learning new tools and techniques, I tried to learn a bit of front-end to become a one-man band. After tons of freelancing, I decided to get involved with tech startups (around 2008). well, a lot happened, and after all these years, I've learned a mixture of design, leadership, product management, delivery, and customer experience. And now, I'm the chief experience officer (CXO) at Alibaba travels. What's the most valuable lesson that I've learned? Your team is everything; ideas are worth nothing, and, most importantly, never put aside the hands-on approach.
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Rohit Pal
UX Designer at BlueApple Technologies
- Product Design
- User Research
- Visual Design
I am a UI/UX Designer that loves to make an outstanding and interactive design. I thrive in situations where the demands are high and where the expected outcome has to be unique and extraordinary. Skilled professional UI/UX designer with 4 years of experience, also highly experienced with Adobe XD.
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Denys Davydov
Product Designer at davydov.cc
- Design Sprint
- Design Strategy
- Design Systems
- Product Design
My journey as a product designer began with a fascination for how things work and a desire to improve them. From my early days as a graphic designer, I was drawn to the challenge of creating visually appealing and functional designs. As I transitioned to web design and later to UI/UX, this passion evolved into a deep-seated belief in the power of design to solve problems and improve lives.
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Nuwan Withanage
Senior UX Designer at Spryker
- Career Advice
- Design Leadership
- Diversity & Inclusion
- User Research
I'm a self-starter who likes to take on complex challenges. I focus on the holistic view of product design. I'm passionate about working with tech, financial and lifestyle products. I love to share my experience and what to expect from early-stage & scaling startups to enterprise companies. I can give UX career advice, job search tips and portfolio reviews.
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Joshua Atmadja
Senior Product Designer at Pinhome
- Design Process
- Design Thinking
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
I'm a human-computer interaction designer who has 5+ years of experience. My true passion lies in empowering aspiring individuals to thrive in the field of UX design. With a relentless focus on growth and innovation, I am committed to guiding and equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful career.
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Ian Cox
Product Designer at Stir
- Design Leadership
- Graphic Design
- Motion Design
- Product Design
Passionate and versatile digital designer who enjoys solving hard problems and working with code. Focused on creating beautiful user centric products and experiences. Open to mentoring designers who are interested in digital product design, portfolio development, and career advice.
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Tony
UIUX Designer at Tekxera
- Design Thinking
- Figma
- Product Design
- User Centered Design
I’m a UI/UX and Product Designer with experience designing SaaS, fintech, AI, and digital products. I mentor designers on UX/UI, product thinking, portfolio and case study reviews, design systems, and real-world design challenges. My goal is to provide practical feedback that helps you improve your design skills, strengthen your portfolio, and grow with confidence.
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Belfug Sener
Vice Chair of Miami Florida Chapter at Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA)
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
- Wireframing
I am Bel! I am a Miami-based designer, currently working at Motorola Solutions, Innovation & Design team as a senior user experience designer. I believe that culture, inherent emotion and experience are closely interrelated for the design approach.
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Jonathan Chin
Senior Product Designer at Zoom
- Service Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
- User Research
I'm currently a Senior Product Designer at Zoom, working on out AI Chat product. Before that, I was a Marine Officer, project manager, and market researcher. I have a variety of experiences that have helped me become a better researcher and designer! I graduated from Bentley University's Masters in Human Factors in Design program in 2020.
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Amir Ansari
Global Head of Product Design at Iress.com
- Accessibility
- Design Leadership
- Design Strategy
- User Centered Design
Been in the design field all my career (20+ years), and 17 years as a design leader. Passionate about building and growing design capability within organisations, leading, coaching and mentoring people (designers and non-designers). I know digital, UX, CX and service design, and love kitkats and a good hug!
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Mark Nikolewski
Designer at MNIIK.net
- Art Direction
- Creative Direction
- Graphic Design
- Interaction Design
I've designed and creative directed in advertising and digital for over 20 years. I am passionate about learning and sharing what I've learned.
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Chiranjeet Banerjee
Experience Design Manager at GrowthOps
- Product Design
- User Experience
- User Research
He is a self-taught designer with a background in engineering. His objective has always been to enhance human performance and digital experiences and make technologies more humane. He has spent the past 10+ years working with industry titans. His approach to providing individualized solutions has benefited C-Suite executives and Product Leaders. Changing people's lives and impacting people globally fascinates him. He is here to help aspiring designers and design enthusiasts continue their design journey.
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Niyati Shah
User Experience Designer at Flipkart
- Design Process
- Design Strategy
- Interaction Design
- Product Design
I am a User Experience Designer based in Bangalore. In my role, I drive end-to-end UX projects from user research to information architecture to final prototypes. I practice user-centered design approach to invent new solutions for a wholesome user experience.
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Will Poole
Head of User Experience at Kyan
- Information Architecture
- Product Design
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
Defender of the user's experience by day, brewer of craft beer by night, hop grower, classic motorbike enthusiast and avid skier (when there’s snow) at the weekends. 15 years of industry experience and counting, I am passionate about creating digital experiences and interfaces that not only are simple and delightful to use but ultimately I hope and strive to make a difference for the end-user. After graduating from Bournemouth University in 2011 studying Interactive Media Production, my career to date has been a privileged one but also a humbling one having had the opportunity to create experiences for organisations such as Apple, Amazon, BT, ITV, Wella, Bupa, Primark, RBS, Thales, and Worldpay. Specialities: User Experience (UX) · Employee Experience (EX) · Customer Experience (CX) · Object-Oriented User Experience (OOUX) · Lean UX · User Research · Experience Mapping · Customer Journey Mapping · Usability Studies · Field Studies · Longitudinal Studies · UX Strategy · Content Strategy · Heuristic Evaluation · User Flows · Information Architecture · Interaction Design · Wireframing · Product Design · User Experience Design · User Interface Design · Prototyping · User Interface · Design Systems · Mobile Applications · Scrum · Agile Methodologies · Project Management · Web Design
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Ryan Seslow
Associate Professor / Graphic Designer / Artist at CUNY York College, CUNY BMCC / NYIT-NYC / Touro University Graduate School of Technology
- Adobe
- Graphic Design
- Illustration
- Painting + Art
I’m an artist, a graphic designer, web designer, illustrator and a professor of art & design living and working in New York. I'm passionate about Art, Design, Technology, Teaching, Learning, Writing and Helping my Fellow Human Beings! Ryan Seslow is an illustrator, graphic designer and a professor of digital art & design in NYC. (I am Deaf)
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Eduardo Garza
Co-Propietario at Hold Marketing
- Branding & Identity
- Graphic Design
- Marketing Design
- Typography
As a senior graphic designer, I’m responsible for conceptualizing and implementing designs in order to meet marketing strategies. We put together our specialized knowledge of methods and techniques of graphic design and layout to create successful campaigns. I’m also in charge of the continuous communication with the client to understand their needs and to take the right decisions.
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Natalie Pierre-Eugene
Co-Founder & Creative Director at ThreeOhFive Agency
- Creative Direction
Creative visionary with over 9 years of experience bringing thoughtful, intuitive digital experiences to life. A multi-media designer and co-founder, I have worked on brand and digital products across a range of industries. I bring a high level of adaptability, creativity and care to every project. I truly believe that one never stops learning and therefore, I am always looking to push myself, stepping outside of my comfort zone, embracing new tools andways of thinking, and perfecting my craft along the way. One of my greatest strengths as a designer is my empathy - it allows me to deeply understand users, clients and the emotional facets of a brand. Ultimately, I am an eternal student of creativity - learning, growing, creating, and always listening.
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Jason Kopec
Head of Product Design at Fivetran
- Interaction Design
- Product Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
I'm Design Director at Convoy, a company transforming the freight industry. Building and leading a great team of designers.
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Janina Forberger
Head of Product Design Gaggenau at BSH Home Appliances Group
- Design Thinking
- Industrial Design
- Product Design
Sophisticated designer with a passion for meaningful concepts, inspiring products and with an agile mindset. 15 years of experience in working with and leading interdisciplinary teams. Loves cooperation with different vocations, understanding what drives people and releasing their creativity.
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Shpetim Ujkani
Staff User Experience Designer at Mandiant
- Interaction Design
- Product Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
Product Designer focused on UX/UI and Interaction Design. I've worked with large companies and small startups, helping to tackle complex issues through design thinking, thus producing results to meet business needs. I'm all about creating experiences people love!
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Monse Moreno
Sr. Service Designer at Bucle Innovación
- Cartography (Map Making)
- Design Systems
- Design Thinking
- Service Design
I LOVE TEACHING 🫰🏼💚 Let's do Service Design! #ServiceDesignEnEspañol Mi especialidad es el diseño de servicios en español, dedicado a apoyar a la comunidad latina. Estoy aquí para ustedes, dispuesta a compartir conocimientos y experiencias en nuestro idioma. I'm passionate about teaching and driving Service Design forward in Spanish. My journey began at HP's offices post-high school, where I discovered a love for creativity and problem-solving, guiding me to become a service design and corporate culture expert. As a mentor, I emphasize the importance of presentation and sharing our work and learnings. My mentorship focuses on the fine arts of service design and enhancing visibility and self-promotion skills from the start of your career. I'll guide you in building a strong personal brand and using digital marketing strategies effectively to showcase your projects and progress. This blend of service design and marketing skills is crucial for carving out your desired career path. With me, you'll learn to stand out in a competitive field, presenting yourself as not just a service designer but a well-rounded professional. I run an independent studio named Bucle, specializing in IP Business alongside an Intellectual Property lawyer. Presently, I work as an instructional designer and design experiences for students and employees at universities like ITESO, focusing on service design.
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Shashikant Zagade
Creative Director at Mac18Digital
- Branding & Identity
- Creative Direction
- Design Critique
- Painting + Art
With more than two decades of professional experience in advertising, branding, visual communication, and design education, I bring together creative strategy, cultural insight, and industry practice. My career spans leading agencies including JWT, Leo Burnett, MS&L Publicis Groupe, Everest, DaCunha Associates, Dyworks, Diadeis, and MAC Advertising (Dubai), where I developed brand identities and communication strategies for national and international brands. Throughout my career, I have contributed to award-winning campaigns, including the Guinness World Records 2006 project for the world's largest ice structure at MAC Advertising, Dubai. My work has also been recognized with the Silver Owl Award for Taj Mahal Tea, The Ad Club Madras Award for Rin Supreme (Best Media Innovation), and the runner-up award for the Sunsilk Cinderella Ban Jao campaign.
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