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Dharmraj Narvare
Sr. Designer at Accenture
- Design Systems
- User Experience
- User Interface
As a self-taught designer in the design industry, I have had the privilege of growing and learning every day. Google, people, observations, co-workers, online courses, and YouTube channels have been my teachers. I have gathered a wealth of knowledge and skills through trial and error, hard work, and persistence. Now, I am excited to share my knowledge with the design community. I believe that learning is a continuous process, and I am committed to always seeking new ways to grow and improve as a designer.
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Ryan Williams
Senior Director - UX Product Design Leadership Executive at Intuitive Surgical at Intuitive
- Design Leadership
- Human Computer Interaction
- Interaction Design
- User Experience
Design Leadership Executive at Intuitive Surgical. Consumer | Enterprise | Automotive | Medical (10 Year – Apple Veteran) - One of the original designers for the iTunes Music Store back in 2003. Designing elegant, delightful, and simple user experiences from start to finish. 21+ years of crafting design and building design teams from scratch for some of the worlds top brands in the industry.
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Namrata T
Product Designer at Berkadia
- Design Sprint
- Design Thinking
- Human Computer Interaction
- Interaction Design
I love to define a problem by deep digging the complex corner, and give tailor made solutions to the users!
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Cadu Ribeiro
Professor at Escola de Comunicação e Design Digital do Infnet
- Accessibility
- Team Building
- User Experience
- User Research
I'm very visual, restless, and endlessly curious. That's what led me to choose design as my path in the professional world. My heart beats strongly for the experience, whether it's digital or in everyday life. It all started back in high school when a teacher introduced me to design. From that point on, my entire education was in this universe, from my undergraduate degree to my master's. College brought me a passion for photography, and I even had a photography studio that, over time, transformed into a design studio. I did a bit of everything, from serving local small businesses to market giants like L'Oréal. Besides the commercial side, I had the opportunity to collaborate with various educational and research institutions in the south and southeast of Brazil, including the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio), Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS), and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO). This contact with educators and inspirers strengthened my desire to become a university professor. I realized that I can combine design and education by sharing my professional experience with students, bridging the gap between academia and the industry. Contributing to the development of future professionals is gratifying and naturally keeps me updated on everything happening in the design universe. Working in leadership, research, and design management ended up being a natural path for someone who has always believed in people's development through the design of experience, technology, and education. In addition to all of this, I am the father of three wonderful boys who make my life much more fun.
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Paulina Barlik
Senior UX Researcher at Zendesk
- Product Design
- User Experience
- User Research
I listen to stories and translate them to the language of insights, data and business recommendations. From the first market research project that took me to rural Poland as I gathered insights on beet farming to foundational research that helped devise product strategy for Shopify Online Store behind every one of my projects, there are stories listened to and translated into business-friendly data set. User research advocate and creator of Guide to UXR, an educational resource for designers on UXR fundamentals.
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Steve Brennan
Senior Principal at Optum
- Design Systems
- Product Design
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
Hope you are having a great day! My name is Steve, I have over 15 years of experience design and have worked across numerous domains ranging from VR, AR, e commerce, product life cycle management, predictive maintenance, machine learning, healthcare and human resources. Product designer focused on solving ambiguous problems with empathy, data informed decisions, cross team collaboration and best in class design approaches. Deep background in rapid prototyping, design operations, system design, user flows, accessibility, design systems, WCAG compliance, requirements gathering, cross team collaboration, IA documentation, UI design. Product designer focused on solving ambiguous problems with empathy, data informed decisions, cross team collaboration and best in class design approaches. Deep background in rapid prototyping, design operations, system design, user flows, accessibility, design systems, WCAG compliance, requirements gathering, cross team collaboration, IA documentation, UI design.
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Arash Ranjbaran Qadikolaei
Senior Product Designer at Recyclonic
- Design Thinking
- Product Design
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
With more than 10 years of experience in product design, web development, and user research, I have honed my skills to create digital experiences that are not only accessible and engaging, but also solve real problems for real people. My passion for mentoring aspiring designers and established ones alike is evident in my work at adplist.org, where I help them grow in their careers, improve their processes and skills, and transition into leadership roles. My design practice is anchored in design thinking, user research, and experience strategy, with a strong emphasis on human-centered design. I have designed features for Recyclonic, a blockchain-environmental startup that champions responsible disposal and recycling of electronic waste, and for Grab, Southeast Asia's top super-app that offers a variety of services. My expertise in Figma, creative ideation, and design systems is backed by multiple UX Design certifications from LinkedIn. Collaborating with innovative teams, businesses, and organizations that share the same goal of making the world a better place is always something I look forward to.
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Tunmise Adetunji
Product Designer at aqskill.com
- Branding & Identity
- Career Advice
- Design Sprint
- User Experience
Hi, I'm David and I've been in design for over more than 7 years now. I started to design as a hobby, but I quickly realized that this was more than a hobby. So that's why I went to tech school to study computer science and I learned designs (Graphics and UI/UX) from top coaches and mentor around the globe. I was so passionate about it that I became an in-depth filled designer, having worked for many companies, firms, and organizations, and also freelance at home and abroad, I began sharing my knowledge in design generally and specifically in user interface and user experience design (UI/UX) when I began to train and educate creative minds the depth, knowledge, creativities, and psychology of design and human in view, how they motivate our daily decisions and actions even on developments of software and systems. I am a critical thinker and a polymath and because of my passion for design and sharing, and openness to knowledge, I was approached by big influencers and brands. I got the opportunity to start my own creative design agency brand. Due to many experiences and many training (Both Physical and Virtual), I've learned how to create fantastic content like this in an efficient way, and most importantly: in real-life scenarios, where I studied real-life facts about designing and its perceptions. I create everything myself and don't rely on templates, giving me the freedom to create whatever I want. If you like this approach, then I think you will like my courses.
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Janne Koivistoinen
Lead Designer at Sharetribe Ltd
- Graphic Design
- Mobile Development
- User Experience
- User Interface
I possess 15 years of experience in the design world, specialising in the design of Digital Products and Visual Identities. Currently, I’m enjoying life as a freelance Graphic Designer, as a Snowboarder, as a Surfer and as a World Traveller. I’m living in the beautiful city of Helsinki and I travel over half of the year. What comes to my career in the Graphic Design world – I still explore every panel and point of view, just to see if I missed anything. I also know that my best work and greatest adventures are still ahead of me.
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Ilija Bojchovikj
Senior UX Engineer at Mediatool
- eCommerce
- Interaction Design
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
10 years of experience as UX Engineer and Public Speaker of User Experience Design & Web Optimization with the proven know-how to combine creative and usability viewpoints resulting in world-class Web, TV, and Mobile data-heavy apps. Huge experience partnering with internal and external stakeholders to discover, build, improve and expand the User Experience and create and develop outstanding User Interfaces. Solving complex problems to achieve business goals. Specialist in creating cutting-edge intricate UI Design systems and Information architectures for web and mobile applications through a user-centered design process by measuring Usability and KPIs. // Usability expert for: ISO/IEC 40500 (WCAG 2.1), WCAG 3.0, IEC 62366-1: 2015 (Medical Devices), and ADA Standards for Accessible Design
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Deidré Wolmarans
Experience Designer at The Design and Digital Studio
- Career Advice
- Career Transitions
- Consulting Advice
- Content Design
As a Design Specialist a quick highlight how my extensive experience aligns seamlessly hand in-glove as a mentor. In my 14 years as a Designer and Brand Manager, I've successfully championed brand consistency and evolution across various initiatives, similar to what is expected from my mentors, 14 years ago. With 8 years dedicated to UX/UI, I bring a user-centric approach that complements the strategic goals of brands. My 10 years in the Fintech/Tech/Banking sectors provide a unique perspective, ensuring my design contributions are not just visually appealing but also aligned with the business ethos. Over the past 4 years, I've extended my skills to consultancy, incorporating Business Analysis, as analytical thinking and effective communication, essential for a role that bridges design with strategic objectives.
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Chris Peloquin
Head of Product Design at Newswire
- Figma
- Interaction Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
I'm Chris. I've been doing UX and Product Design for 13 years, specializing in using design thinking processes and UX strategy to create innovative solutions for complex systems. I'm a versatile and resourceful product designer with a background in leading design projects for a global audience. My superpower is the ability to take a blank whiteboard, a multi-faceted problem, and a room full of overwhelmed people, and create a path toward a highly effective, user-centered solution. Lately, I’ve been designing business intelligence products at Microsoft and learning products at Cengage. You can see some of my recent work below. Early on, I designed mobile and web apps for the TMobile Sidekick, Microsoft, and Nokia.
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Micaela Blaustein
Product Designer at PayFit Deutschland
- Art Direction
- Branding & Identity
- Graphic Design
- Sketch
Branding identity and art director specialist with 10 years experience in book design and packaging transitioning into product design.
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Milan Kodavala
Lead Product Designer at Jai Kisan
- Figma
- Product Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
👋 Hi there I'm Milan — Founder and Design Director at Vetti Design Studio, based in Ahmedabad, India. Over the past 12+ years, I've worked across UI/UX design, brand identity, and product design for B2B SaaS, AI products, FinTech, and e-commerce. My path into design was anything but conventional. I grew up in a small farming village near Gir Forest in Gujarat. I dropped out of an engineering diploma because I couldn't keep up with English classes, spent six months grazing cattle back home, and then moved to Ahmedabad at 17 to learn tailoring — working long hours in a small shop for three years. A friend introduced me to design in 2015, and my father scraped together ₹50,000 as a last chance. I walked into my first class without ever having used a computer. That background taught me something no design school could: how to figure things out when nobody is handing you a roadmap. I bring that same energy to mentoring. I don't believe in gatekeeping — if you're hungry to learn and willing to put in the work, your background doesn't define your ceiling. I'm here to help you navigate the messy, real parts of building a design career — whether that's learning to think in systems, landing your first product design role, building a portfolio that actually gets callbacks, or understanding how to position yourself in a competitive market.
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Erik Bullen
Chief Operating Officer (Fractional) at Guidely, LLC
- Consulting Advice
- eCommerce
- Entrepreneurship
I work with startups, venture/PE firms, and corporate innovators to drive growth, shape the future, and make stuff that matters. I do so by serving as a coach, advisor, consultant, interim executive, board member, or angel investor (or a combination thereof).
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Ariel Kedem
Co-Founder at Incredible.credit
- Mobile Development
- User Experience
Extensive experience and management roles including in product, marketing and business development on the mobile and social media industries. A passionate product & UX person, helping others achieve their goals.
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Catherine Achieng
Founder & Senior UX Designer at Dezignovate
- Human Computer Interaction
- User Experience
- User Interface
Hi, I'm Cat Achieng, A UX Designer specialising in Digital Product Design, Web Design, and User Interface/Experience Design. Previously, I was freelancing full–time as a Web Designer / Developer for 8+ years, creating websites that are simple, beautiful, and easy to use. I am happiest when working on a UX role, where I can focus on creative, user-centered projects that solve problems and create user experiences that are inclusive, well-informed, and cohesive. I am currently working full-time designing experiences at a finance organisation and I would be happy to help you with your career journey. As your mentor, I can help you to: - Build a captivating UX portfolio with case studies that will get you hired - Creating your own design brand – LinkedIn, resume, cover letter ETC - Work on your UX interview skills - Build confidence in your storytelling and presentations - Devise a structured UX education plan - Prepare for an upcoming interview I believe in continuous career skills advancement and I am a big advocate for sharing knowledge and uplifting others. Let's connect -> LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/catachieng/
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Ashwini Solanki
Associate General Manager at HCL Technologies
- Interaction Design
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
Ashwini Solanki is a passionate User Experience Design professional working at the intersection of people, business & technology. He is Solving strategic and complex business problems with a lens of design thinking. Ashwini has more than a decade of experience in leading and managing digital product/project user experiences for domains like Manufacturing, IT, Travel, Telecom, Banking -Finance for their B2B, B2B2C & B2C consumers. He brings versatile design experience spanning across design strategy, UX Management, User Psychology, contextual research & interaction design. In his last organization, he has fostered research-driven, design-led development culture and led the design for digital transformation. He set-up the design studio in his last organization which is functioning as a “Synergia Studio”. He nurtured a scalable design system for the product in his last organization that helps reduce development and design time and increased consistency across all platforms. His focus areas are to establish empathy for user archetypes & stakeholders in the organization by devising coordinated research activities to envision & conceptualize digital experiences.
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William Justice
Systemic Designer at Self
- Career Advice
- Information Architecture
- Portfolio Review
- Service Design
Service design lead, helping people navigate healthcare and finance. Individual contributor with a penchant for process improvement. I lead cross-functional teams toward a more perfect internet.
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Getulio Lima
Service Designer at Raipp
- Design Process
- Design Strategy
- Design Thinking
- Product Design
Ola, sou o Getulio, moro no estado de São Paulo, Brasil. Sou designer e trabalho com design de jornadas para serviços, pesquisas de UX e design de produtos. Meus últimos projetos foram Para indústria de meios de pagamento, bancos digitais e varejo.
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Jaythan Elam
Head of Product Design at Stord
- Art Direction
- Branding & Identity
- Product Design
- User Experience
As a Design leader with 15+ years of experience, I've excelled in developing design systems, refreshing app UIs, and establishing best practices. My expertise includes building and restructuring design teams during organizational changes. Proficient in Figma, I played a key role at Stord, documenting and integrating our design system, making products mobile-friendly, and enhancing usability. I am dedicated to fostering strong teams, positive cultures, and driving design best practices. In previous roles, I led branding, product design, and consulting, collaborating with founders to bring visions to life. Seeking a seasoned design leader? I bring a proven track record of quick and impactful contributions.
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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.
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Edoardo Benedetto
Head of Product Design at Oval
- Design Thinking
- Human Computer Interaction
- Interaction Design
- User Experience
My focus is on putting the users at the center of the design by defining digital strategies to enhance the users’ experience. I have an obsession for beautiful design and pixel perfection. User Experience and Product Designer for one side and Product Manager for another side. My professional focus is on defining the digital strategy and designing with the users the experience of digital products and services. My skills are: • Product design. • Defining user experience of product. • Defining innovative digital solutions. • Studying and designing interaction solutions for different kinds of digital applications endeavoring to balance users’ needs with business goals and technological capabilities. I'm always looking for improving my professional profile, growing my skills and enhancing my job experience. I summarize my tasks with a bullet list: Design Strategy Methods: • Blueprint; • User Stories; • Personae; • Value Proposition; • Stakeholders Interviews; • Key Performance Indicators. Concepting Methods: • Brainstorming; • Moodboards; • Storyboards; • User Flow; • Task Analysis; • Taxonomies. Product Planning: • Heuristic Analysis; • Features Roadmap; • Use Cases and Scenarios; • Metrics Analysis. User Research & Validation Methods: • Quantitative Survey; • Usability Test; • Card Sorting; • A/B Test; • Accessibility Analysis. UI Design Methods: • Sketches; • Wireframes; • Prototypes; • Pattern Library. Product Design, experience design, ui design , Information architecture, web usability evaluation, web accessibility evaluation, UI/UX Designer, web design. Skills:: Axure, Omnigraffle, Balsamiq, UI/UX Design, Information Architect, Illustrator, fireworks, photoshop, Sketch, Affinity Designer, After Effect, Pixate, Invision, MarvelApp, Framer, Principle. Dev Skills: Web development, Html 5, Css2,Css3, javascript, jquery, coffeescript, sass, React.
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Parham Yazdani
Senior User Experience Designer at Tata Consultancy Services
- Graphic Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
- User Research
Innovative UX/UI Designer with a history of facilitating end-to-end design that increases conversions and customer trust. Proven success applying empathy, customer research, usability testing, and user-focused design principles to complex problems. Self-motivated leader and mentor with a passion for creative solutions. Swift attention to detail and adaptable team player.
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Marjorie Otterson
Digital Health Innovation/Product Design at Boston Scientific Corporation
- Design Leadership
- Design Management
- Product Design
- User Centered Design
I love tackling tough problems and partnering actively with clients, stakeholders, designers, and cross-functional teams to understand problems—exploring them fully, down to their roots—and then working together to help companies meet strategic goals and provide better products, experiences, and communications for their customers.
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