Our Mentors

Tommy Dietz

Experience Design Architect at U.S. Bank

• Interaction Design
• Service Design
• User Experience
• User Interface

I’m an outcome-driven designer of human experiences for over 15 years. The last 10+ years, I've focused on the retail vertical at scale, leading, managing, and mentoring designers. Recently, I’ve explored a new vertical, and am learning more about Fintech. My passion is creating engaging experiences that exceed both business and usability objectives through Human-Centered Design (HCD), collaboration, generative research, and validation. I possess a unique combination of expertise in visual design, usability, user experience (UX) design, user research, information architecture, user interface (UI) design, front-end development, and strategy. I also offer the rare ability to communicate complex technical topics and solutions to non-technical audiences through different visual and physical mediums. Having worked in a variety of business industries, markets, and enterprises, I adapt seamlessly to any company culture. I thrive when faced with complicated problems and eagerly welcome experience design challenges. Personal Policy: Please refrain from booking sessions if you seek a referral to my current or any previous employer. Unfortunately, I won't be able to provide such referrals through mentorship sessions. Thank you!

Enrico Sinatra

Lead UX Design Service Now Applications at Desjardins

• Design Systems
• Design Thinking
• User Experience

I am a UX designer (8 years of experience) based in Montreal. I design for people. I research and study the users' needs (with traditional and non-traditional methods). Then I co-design and test the first solution(s) to improve by iteration. As a User Experience designer, my approach to design is all about caring for people, identifying their needs, understanding them, and creating the solution that will help them to have a better life. Create a product/service which has a meaning for the future.

Rameena Jalil

Sr Product Designer at Pixelz360

• Product Design
• Storytelling
• User Experience

🎨 Design Alchemist: Crafting visually enchanting and functionally captivating experiences. 🚀 7 Years in Orbit: Navigating design's ever-evolving cosmos. 📚 Storyteller at Heart: Unraveling narratives within pixels. With seven years in the trenches of product design, I've weathered storms of innovation, trekked through the terrain of user experience, and conquered the peaks of aesthetic harmony. In my design odyssey, I've witnessed the power of mentorship firsthand. It's not about wielding buzzwords or flashy titles; it's about crafting narratives, shaping emotions, and infusing life into pixels. My passion lies in unraveling the untold stories within designs and fostering a creative ecosystem that thrives on genuine connections.

Kailash Dattkaya

• Career Advice
• User Centered Design
• User Experience
• User Interface

With over 20 years of industry experience, I focus on delivering sustainable enterprise user experience design strategies and product design solutions. At CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS), I lead transformative user-centric UX initiatives that align with the organization’s vision. My expertise lies in design strategy, product design, and people management, ensuring the development of cohesive and impactful user experiences. My professional journey reflects a dedication to building and mentoring high-performing UX teams, enabling collaborative environments and fostering design excellence. Passionate about accessibility and compliance, I emphasize accessibility adherence and unified design systems for web and mobile platforms. My mission is to empower organizations with scalable design solutions that drive meaningful outcomes for users.

Shveta Aneja

UX Lead at Google

• Interaction Design
• Product Design
• User Experience
• User Interface

My work combines problem definition, understanding business impact, user research & advocacy, creativity, going deep into the craft of design, cross-functional collaboration, and UX product management. I have worked in companies and teams of all shapes and sizes, and both consumer and enterprise domains. I thrive best when working together with passionate people trying to solve complex problems. I also love mentoring other designers and helping them grow.

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.

Jefferson Silva

Product Designer at Proz Educação

• Design Thinking
• User Centered Design
• User Interface
• User Research

I am a product designer, working since 2010 as a freelancer and remote mode. I worked on more than 50 projects, between the websites, systems, mobile applications, and training. I like and practice Design Thinking, Design Sprint, and Agile Methods. I love to work at research behavior people projects and design better experiences to define and solve problems.

Bala Murali

Senior Director - Design at HOD

• Branding & Identity
• Motion Design
• User Experience
• User Interface

Award-winning Creative Designer with a demonstrated history of 16years working in the marketing and advertising industry. Skilled in UI/UX, Brand identity & motion graphics. Strong arts and design professional with a B.F.A from Government College of Fine Arts.

George Karian

Director of Product Design at Contentstack

• Accessibility
• Career Advice
• Design Critique
• Design Process

As a UX design mentor, with over 20 years of industry experience, I would love to provide guidance, support, and inspiration to aspiring designers. I believe in fostering a positive and nurturing environment where individuals can grow and develop their skills in the field of UX design.

Umut Isbilir

Product Designer at Self-employed

• Design Systems
• Mobile Design
• Product Design
• User Experience

Product designer based in London. I create beautiful digital experiences with creativity, methodology and passion.

Hamideh Salami

Product Design Mentor at Designed.org

• Design Leadership
• Portfolio Review
• Product Design
• User Centered Design

Hi, I'm Hamideh with 5 years of professional work experience in the field of product design and user experience design. I'm interested in helping junior designers to grow in their career path. I can help you about ux and product design concepts or about design leadership and team management. I can also review your portfolio too and give you some advice for improve it.

Marko Dugonjic

Director of User Experience at SymSoft Solutions

• Inclusive Design
• User Centered Design
• User Experience
• User Interface

Share your portfolio or ask me anything related to UX research and design career pathways, methodologies, skills, and any other general work-life advice. Practice interviewing for a position with me. In my 20+ years of experience in the field, I was lucky to lead design teams and contribute in numerous high profile projects for global private and progressive public sector organizations, including dozens of projects for the State of California, T-Mobile, SGS, QBN, Smashing Magazine, and more.

Haritha Reddy

Sr. Product Designer at VMware

• Interaction Design
• Product Design
• User Experience
• User Interface

I am a User Experience designer with 10+ years of experience in digital product design. I started my career as a front-end developer of digital applications. Several years into my career I found myself enjoying product design and its impact on product strategy and worked towards transitioning into a product designer. In my current role, I love being the conduit between the users of the product and builders of the product. I find immense joy in working with people, understanding their discrete needs, and brainstorming the right solutions with my product team. I would like to work for an organization that walks the talk about UX design and Research.

Michael Lai

UX Design Educator / Instructor at Liskov Courses

• Career Transitions
• Data Visualization
• Design Strategy
• Ethical Design

Science background and moderator on UX StackExchange for a few years now. Transitioning into a career beyond UX Design by being involved in education and training, as well as applying the principles of evidence-based research and data-driven design outside of IT.

Christy Dunwoodie

User Experience Researcher at Meta

• Career Advice
• User Experience
• User Research

I've been creating meaningful, data-driven product experiences for 15+ years. My work as a UX designer & researcher gives me opportunities to solve difficult problems, which I love, as well as mentor and equip the next generation of product designers & researchers. Happy to be here!

Dinesh Kumar

Senior Product Designer at Nova Benefits

• Career Advice
• Design Critique
• Design Systems
• Design Thinking

A result oriented individual focused on usable designs. Connect with me if you need help with experience design guidance.

Rohan Mishra

Founder at Design Sundays

• Graphic Design
• Product Design
• User Experience
• User Interface

Hi, My name is Rohan Mishra. I am the founder of Design Sundays, & the Co-leading product designer for Consumer App, Zomato. When not stressing over user problems and mentoring design professionals you can find me stressing over coffee, chicken, and Books, in no particular order. With my 7+ years of experience in UI/UX designing world-class products for startups, I bring my journey, learnings, and failures to LinkedIn. My content is focused on building awareness and insights for the Startup founders and Designers to Design better products. Currently, I am helping a few startups in Indonesia, Singapore, and other SEA countries Design products by building solid Design Principles, helping them connect with their users (User Research), and helping them build a rockstar User Experience Design team. I know that most of these startups will become Unicorns and Decacorns as we are solving real problems in a very customer-friendly manner. I'm also passionate about teaching and mentoring aspiring UX designers. I hold Cohort-based courses and mentoring sessions to impart my expertise and experience. I have delivered over 40 workshops and 20 talks in top companies, and colleges as well as online events, Mentored 400+ Design Aspirants.

Gerald Miller

Global Director of Design Engineering at bp

• Product Design
• Sketch
• User Experience

I am a creative leader with 25+ years of Design, UX, and Front end Development experience. As a passionate “forever-learner” I’m in constant pursuit of new tools and innovations to express and communicate experiences. Captivated by simplicity and minimalism, I strive to deliver delightful, meaningful, and intuitive interfaces that connect with people emotionally.

Devon Chey

Product Designer at Meta (Via Teksystems) at Meta

• Career Advice
• Portfolio Review
• Product Design

Hello! I'm Devon Chey, a Product Designer based out of NYC. I’m a problem solver who cares about crafting valuable, elegant, and effective digital experiences. I have experience working on desktop, mobile, and tablet alongside product managers, software developers, researchers, and other designers.

Preeti Mahajan

Senior Design Specialist (UX/UI) at Blackberry

• Adobe
• Branding & Identity
• User Experience

As a Design Executive, I possess a well-established record of successfully constructing and guiding high-performing teams that consistently deliver impactful products while fostering a culture of excellence with an unwavering focus on the customer. With an extensive professional tenure spanning over a decade within startup ventures and reputable agencies, I have spearheaded the launch of many products and designing strategies. I firmly believe that exceptional accomplishments directly result from extraordinary teams, and I have dedicated my career to establishing and leading renowned design organizations. My expertise encompasses a diverse spectrum of design domains, including industrial, service, and digital design, as well as proficiency in user research and astute business strategy. I am fervently dedicated to crafting meaningful customer experiences by meticulously orchestrating every design touchpoint. My professional aspirations are driven by a resolute desire to effect positive change in the world through design and innovation.

Angela Sanchez

Sr UX Designer at Jam3

• Career Advice
• Information Architecture
• User Experience
• User Research

I've been working as a UX Designer for over 7 years. It was at MediaMonks LA where I had my first opportunity to mentor one of our interns for six months. Good news: he got hired! In Amsterdam, I enrolled in the Ladies that UX mentorship program, where I mentored two girls at different points in their UX lives. Currently, mentoring at Designed.org. I’d love to keep mentoring and empowering juniors in the UX field. To me, mentorship is a tailored experience since every individual has different goals. And I'd like to develop a close friendly relationship with my mentee where both feel comfortable. It's not all about work, it's about building relationships as well. 

Kayla Rakower

Senior Specialist, Product Experience Design at Mastercard

• Industrial Design
• Product Design
• User Experience
• Web Design

I'm Kayla — a UX Designer with the heart of an artist and the mind of an engineer, creating experiences considering every detail from pixels to people

Heiko Tietze

UX Mentor at The Document Foundation

• User Centered Design
• User Experience

Many years of experience in the field of open source software, medical technology, finance, automotive, and some other. Covering all aspects of usability engineering.

Aditya Salunkhe

Product Design Manager at CleverTap

• Design Thinking
• Graphic Design
• Product Design
• Storytelling

Hello, there! 👋🏼 I'm Aditya, I transform complex journeys into intuitive experiences. Currently leading designs to simplify AI @CleverTap. I'm a designer who made the leap from Graphic Design to User Experience Design, combining visual finesse with a process-driven approach. My endless curiosity about human behaviour fuels my work. ​Outside the office, I love mentoring aspiring designers, offering expertise pro bono, and keeping up with the latest in tech (currently: GPT tools✨), movies, and sports.​ Currently, I'm exploring opportunities to grow in User Experience Design. Drop a message, to know more or say hi! 💬

Iliyas Safi

Manager - Product Design at Purplle.com

• eCommerce
• Graphic Design
• Interaction Design
• User Experience

I am a seasoned designer focused on creating quality user experiences by combining both of my skill sets — creative and technical. With over seven years of experience in front-end development and print who is highly motivated, creative, and versatile. Especially skilled in creating and directing corporate and new business design. Exceptional interpersonal skills with team members and subordinates. Accomplished at incorporating the desires of the client with a superior design solution. I am a life-long learner, a leader by example and I am committed to the quality of my craft. A self-taught designer passionate about designing digital experiences, with 12+ years of experience I bring my learnings of the user, product, interface with everyday new insights of delightful human-centric experiences incorporating stakeholder requirements. I have exposed myself to various challenges involving user experience, visual design, and product design. I presently oversee Consumer Design at Purplle, India’s #1 Beauty Destination Platform being used by millions across India. My specialty? I love solving problems. Using my design skills and business knowledge to not just make the digital product look pretty, but to make it work. I have experience in building & mentoring diverse design teams from scratch and I equally enjoy working hands-on across cross-functional teams. If I’m not behind my Mac Book, you can find me taking pictures, reading mediums, editing videos, drawing abstracts, cooking a new recipe, sleeping on the couch, dreaming about traveling. If you think I sound interesting, drop me a message. We can catch up over a cup of coffee :)