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Haley Fiege
Experience Designer at Freelance
- Art Direction
- Creative Direction
- Interaction Design
- Product Design
I'm the Design Director at a small New York based design agency specializing in product and branding. I've worked in seven different countries, across almost every vertical imaginable and am especially good at building effective and diverse teams while maintaining a super chill work-life balance. I’m Haley Fiege, a freelance Experience Designer with a talent for project & team logistics. I design websites, apps and other digital experiences that are nice to use and not boring. For 15 years I’ve worked with clients and teams to define and create successful, user-friendly designs for startups and organizations of all sizes.
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Vincent Feeney
Manager, Product Design at Zendesk
- Design Leadership
- Product Design
- User Experience
Currently I'm working at Zendesk where we're putting people at the centre of our core experiences. A Melbourne-based product person with a passion for using psychology over technology to define, then solve problems. A believer in teams over individuals. Strong interest in behavioural economics.
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Danial Darabi
Product Manager at Snapp
- Design Management
- Design Thinking
- Product Development Process
- Product Management
I am a product manager at Snapp!, Iran's first and leading ride-hailing app, where I manage products in the location domain for over 50 million users and 5 million rides per day. As a location domain expert, I leverage my background in computer software engineering and my strategic management skills to deliver solutions that enhance the user experience and business performance. Previously, I worked as a product manager at Otaghak, one of the top 3 online platforms that offers a variety of accommodations in Iran. There, I led a high-impact project to redesign the listing page, product detail page, and booking flow, resulting in a boost in average order value and gross merchandise value. I also implemented an advanced room sorting algorithm that utilized factors such as pricing, availability, user preferences, and popularity to improve the search quality. I am currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration at the University of Tehran, where I am focusing on strategy. I have also obtained multiple certifications in product management from reputable institutions, such as Product School, International Institute of Business Analysis, and Project Management Institute. I am a lifelong learner who is passionate about the world of technology and software development, and I strive to stay ahead of the curve and make a real impact in everything I do.
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J F Grossen
Founder, Head of Emerging Digital Experiences at Journey
- Art Direction
- Graphic Design
- Typography
- User Experience
I'm a seasoned creative leader in design with deep experience in digital product development. I’ve led creative teams in both global design consultancies and in-house in the US, UK and European markets. I’ve driven new business, developed partnerships and inspired cross-functional teams to deliver on creative solutions for large-scale projects in consumer and B2B software, spaces and services. I've launched products in the market for top brands - GE, AT&T, Shell, IKEA, VW and dozens of others across industries. Most recently I’ve worked as VP of Design at HERE Technologies in Berlin and Global Executive Creative Director on the IKEA account for frog design. For the past 20+ years, I’ve been a hands-on contributor to the vision, delivery and launch of products and services in mobility, finance, energy, commerce and healthcare. I've taken pride in building the teams, tools and workflows to enable designers, developers and data scientists to create great experiences. I have a strong interest in technologies which enhance the everyday for the built environment focusing on ways of working, learning and retailing experiences. I’m passionate about creating the relationships which inspire and grow individuals into leaders and ideas into reality.
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Mohammed Shaheen
UX Designer at Amazon.com
- Mobile Development
- Product Design
- Sketch
- User Research
I believe design can solve complex problems that make a difference in people's lives. Design-thinking is simply a structured way to solve a problem. Lead Product Designer @Amazon
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Muhammad Fahad
User Interface Designer at SwishTag (Shopify Plus Agency)
- Accessibility
- Branding & Identity
- UI Development
- User Experience
UI/UX Designer with 5+ Years of Experience. I specialize in creating clean, intuitive, and conversion-focused interfaces for Shopify and SaaS products. With a strong command of the design systems like MUI, Polaris & user-centered design, and CRO principles, I help DTC and e-commerce brands deliver seamless digital experiences that drive real business growth.
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Nandini Ramakuru
Program Head - Product Design at School of Accelerated Learning
- Graphic Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
- User Research
I am a designer, educator, writer, speaker and consultant. I have worked in the domains of architecture, interiors, sets, game design, graphics, branding, visual communication and UI/UX design. However my interest lies in design learning, that is designing better learning experiences, and helping aspirants become better designers. My work experience and interests extend to writing and facilitating talks around design.
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Fortune Alboher
Content Designer, Content Design System at Evernorth
- Career Advice
- Content Design
I'm a Content Designer and Strategist with a UX Design background. I specialize in Content Design Systems for enterprise. I volunteer at Designed.org as a Content/UX Designer and Community Manager.
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Alex Gonzalez
Senior UX Designer at Evans Hunt
- Interaction Design
- Portfolio Review
- Product Design
- User Experience
I’m a Senior Product Designer at Evan Hunt, ex-Samsung. I’m passionate about design and helping people level up their design careers. My goal is to help you gain the skills to excel in your current or future career in Design and inspire you to get out of your comfort zone and live a failing forward kind of life. I'm available to talk about your current career struggles, give you feedback on your portfolio, or help guide you on how to prep for your following interview. I'd love to chat with you!
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Naveen Kumar
Sr. UI/UX Designer at Compunnel Technologies
- Graphic Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
I’m a UI/UX Designer with 10 years of experience designing engaging and user-friendly interfaces for both desktop and mobile.
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Mohammed Salahuddin
Marketing Lead at Red Bangle
- Adobe
- Art Direction
- Creative Direction
- Graphic Design
For the better part of the last decade, I have built my career by mentoring teams of writers, designers and marketeers - playing the Creative Director role. You can talk to me about Brand Storytelling, Marketing, Conversion Copywriting, Design disciplines, Music, Horology, Sneaker Culture & Biryani. Impassioned Writer, Design Geek and Creative Debugger.
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Razvan Vezeteu
Product Designer at Anve Workshop
- Art Direction
- Graphic Design
- Illustration
Hey! I’m Razvan (also known as the nutcase with two 365 challenges under the belt), a freelance illustrator the town of from Suceava, RO. Although my background education is in physical therapy, I learned graphic design and illustration on my own. I am a strong believer of working smart but working hard at the same time. I have worked with startup businesses from around the world, and I also had the opportunity to work with companies like Albert.io, Krue.tv and others.
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soham sinha
Senior Interaction Designer at Airmeet.com
- Branding & Identity
- Product Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
Trained in Industrial Design and Architecture, currently offering User experience and Strategic Design solutions for Airmeet, An avid follower of Dieter Rams, I believe "Good design is thorough down to the last detail". UX Skillsets: 5+ years of experience building modern web applications and mobile applications utilizing current UI technologies and toolsets. Detailed understanding of the current design trends in multi-devices and platforms, hands-on experience with Design and prototyping tools (e.g., Adobe XD, Sketch, Figma, InVision, Axure RP, etc) Experience with modern UI frameworks (e.g. Bootstrap), understanding of material designs, native and hybrid application designs.
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Kate Shepherd
Executive Strategy Director and Co-Founder at The FutureCollective
- Branding & Identity
- Creative Direction
- Design Strategy
- Design Thinking
I‘m the co-founder of a global creative consultancy with a simple agenda - to design for better. We specalise in brand identity and experience design and future forecasting. Our collective is made up of world-class creatives who are at the top of their game, having honed their skills at the best design and advertising agencies in the world. We bring true agility to a creative and strategic brief, handpicking the very best talent and tailoring our services to your specific needs and brief. Our virtual model keeps overheads super low, so when you commission the Future Collective you’re paying for our expertise and creative talent, and nothing more. Before co-founding The Future Collective, I worked as Strategic Director for over 20 years, translating consumer insights and design trends into a creative strategy that truly resonates. Over the years I‘ve worked across every continent and all market sectors - from food to fashion and mass to premium - collaborating with some of the most renowned and progressive brands in the world. My most recent projects have been with Rolls-Royce, adidas, Boots, Jaguar Land Rover, and Vodafone. I‘ve also collaborated with several design industry associations and trend forecasting companies, including the Design Council, WGSN, and Stylus. I regularly speak at conferences, events, and private institutions including Google, The Future Laboratory, Retail Design Expo, Interiors UK, and Clerkenwell Design Week.
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Jan Seifert
Lead User Experience Design at UID GmbH
- Design Leadership
- Design Strategy
- Psychology
- User Experience
I am into Experience Design and work at User Interface Design, Germany. As project manager I support teams to create products. As facilitator I guide organisations through the change to create better experiences. Design leadership coach, a believer in the beauty of the invisible, and a Changitor.
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Ted Chen
UX Designer - Microsoft Mixed Reality at Microsoft
- Creative Direction
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
Designer at Microsoft
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Frank Duran
Chief Digital Officer at Boxes and Arrows
- Design Leadership
- Graphic Design
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
A desire to serve people fuels my design of human-centered solutions. Through leading design teams, I’ve found my passion for helping designers fulfill their potential and develop their voice. A desire to serve people fuels my design of human-centered solutions. Through leading design teams, I’ve found my passion for helping designers fulfill their potential and develop their voice. In The Begining Like many designers, creativity was always a part of how I explored the world. I was often drawing, crafting, and building to understand how things worked and the possibilities to make things better. However, I graduated high school before the internet became the dotcom jungle it is today. My interest in art, design, and technology did not provide a clear career path at the time, so I started in the technology field and worked my way back to design as the internet and digital technologies started to emerge. Agency Life After several years in the technology field, I made the leap to creative life in the agency world. I started at MEA Digital where I worked on digital projects for clients like Kyocera, Centurion Boats, Callaway Golf, and Oakley. Soon after, I met my wife, moved to Texas and continued my career at T-3. The creative environment at T-3 was enriching and gave me the opportunity to work on award-winning projects for Dell, JCP, Universal, Taco Bell and Marriott. Mission and Family First As my family grew, I found a new home at USAA. I started as a contract designer and now lead design teams as a Design Director. Working for a Fortune 100 financial services company helped me mature as a designer and leader. The clear and service focused mission of USAA has enabled me and my team to deliver solutions through human-centered design. Continued Growth I continue to grow as a design leader and stay involved with the design community through creative work, mentoring and speaking engagements.
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Labake Odushegun
Founder at Tech-Driven Private Security Services
- Consulting Advice
- Creative Direction
- Design Strategy
- Entrepreneurship
PhD from University of Dundee. Business Owner (Web Design Agency and Private Security Company). 15+ Years Experience in Design, Development and Streamlining Business Operations.
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Dhan Bhat
Senior Product Designer at Credible
- eCommerce
- Sketch
- User Experience
- User Interface
I'm a process & data-driven lead UX designer bringing international business leaders, designers, and developers together to simplify digital experiences for global customers. As an upcoming design leader, I am passionate about unlocking the right experience for users by leveraging design thinking methods and a customer-centric approach. I am currently learning how design thinking can create a broader impact socially, economically, and for sustainability. Key Skills: Design Strategy, Information Architecture, Cross-Functional Team Collaboration, Usability Testing.
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Yonni Mendes
Engineering Manager at The Right Context
- Career Advice
- Team Building
Mentor for first-time tech leaders, new managers starting their first leadership position or a new position in a new company, or senior engineers taking up leadership "with no authority" roles I started my career as a full stack developer and gradually moved into leadership roles. I was often the person helping teams make decisions, resolve friction, and deal with problems that were more about people and structure than technology. Over time, that became the work I cared about most. As a mentor, I focus on practical leadership. That includes supporting engineers who are managing people for the first time, helping senior engineers expand their influence, and working through real situations from day to day work. I care about building habits and processes that serve both the team and the individual. I work best with people who want to be thoughtful about how they lead, who are open to reflection, and who want their leadership style to fit who they are rather than follow a template.
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Kayode Ariyibi
Product Designer at Helium Health
- Adobe
- Information Architecture
- Product Design
- User Interface
Experienced Designer with a demonstrated history of working in the marketing and tech industry. Skilled in User Interface Design, Brand Development, and Crafting memorable mobile experience for digital products. Strong arts and design professional.
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Minh Nguyen
MPS in UX Design at Maryland Institute College of Art
- Career Advice
- Career Transitions
- Design Critique
- Design Thinking
My name is Minh. I'm a product designer with 10 years of experience. I'm taking a gap year from work to focus on my study at the moment. I was with Refinitiv/LSEG in Singapore before my gap year. 3 facts about me: - I studied computing (eCommerce major) but decided to pursue my passion for designing as a career. - I think the process of UX design is similar to that of a detective. - At the moment, I'm also enrolling as a student at Maryland Institute College of Art, MPS in UXD program.
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Apoorva Agarwal
Senior Product Designer, Premium Subscriptions at N26
- Design Thinking
- Graphic Design
- Interaction Design
- Product Design
I specialise in delivering measurable business growth facilitated by building intuitive and loveable user experiences. As an experienced problem solver, I am equipped with many tools, methods and skills needed during different stages of product development – be it research, analysis, process refinements, prototyping, testing, validation or translating concepts to intuitive, delightful, and highly performing interfaces. In my current role, I lead design for INZMO, which is an awarded German insurtech startup with the goal of simplifying non-life insurances and most recently, tapping into multi-billion residential rental deposit guarantee industry. In my previous role, I owned the paid subscriptions experience for Hotstar – India’s biggest video-on-demand platform. Hotstar's product and monetization stack allowed Disney+ to scale quickly in less than a year and a half to surpass 100 million paid subscribers globally. Today, a quarter of Disney+ subscriber base comes from Disney+ Hotstar.
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Muhammad Ahmad
UX Designer at VentureDive
- Design Thinking
- Product Design
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
I’m a business graduate with a passion of all things design. I started my career as a content strategist and moved towards UX and now I help businesses and people work on problems that not only help the users but improve business growth as well. Over the years, I’ve used multiple approaches in design and currently I’m in love with user-centered designs. Now I have over 3+ years of experience in UX Design with a blend of design, and copywriting.
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Rubina Ramchandani
User Experience Designer at Amazon
- Product Design
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
- User Research
I thrive in environments that encourage disruptive and speculative design thinking. It is imperative that I positively influence the company I work for as well as the lives of the people I design for. Data and direct customer feedback is important for me to keep the MVP focused and make informed design decisions. I believe that boundaries need to be pushed and status quo routinely questioned in order for innovation to thrive. My experience, education and skill-sets allow me to take on cross-functional responsibilities and collaborate with relevant teams and stakeholders, including researchers, engineers, product (business) owners and brand strategists. I have a proven track record of effective and balanced designing through research, innovative strategy, conceptualizing, product definition and designing cohesive systems. I am well-versed in design tools such as card sorting, sketching, rapid prototyping, concept videos and high fidelity wireframes to effectively communicate ideas and concepts. I have successfully led teams from concept to product shipment. I am exploring new opportunities that will challenge me in applying current skills while also developing new ones.
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