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Todd Zaki Warfel
Instructor at University of California, Berkeley
- Design Thinking
- Mobile Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
As a certified executive leadership coach, Todd Zaki Warfel works with individuals and organizations interested in personal growth, leadership development, and organizational transformation. Having held leadership roles at Workday, Cisco, and Twitter, Todd has lived through the trials and triumphs of transformation firsthand. Most recently, Global Head of Design for Workday, leading a team of designers, researchers, content strategists, and design technologists to deliver the future of how companies manage their business and employees manage their careers. Under Todd's leadership, the globally distributed team launched a Center of Excellence (COE), playbook, and design system all while growing from 45 to 90. SPECIALTIES Executive coaching, leadership development, organizational transformation, and building multidisciplinary diverse teams.
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Pankaj Kumar
Technical Lead UX/UI at Torry Harris Integration Solutions
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
- Workshop Facilitation
I have gained experience in multiple domains such as Handicraft product design, Visual Merchandiser, Visual Design, UX research, and Interaction design in the past 10 years. Relevant experience in UI/UX is 4 years. During weekend I mentoring students in developing their portfolio into UI/UX to get job.
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Zethus Suen
Designer at Jane Street
- Graphic Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
- User Research
I'm currently rethinking how businesses deal with insurance at Two Sigma IQ. I also geek out on board games, watch creators on Twitch, and bother my cat Taro. In a previous life, I worked on product and design systems at Netflix, Livefyre, and Stackpop. Experience in Two Sigma IQ, Senior Product Designer, Netflix, Senior Product Designer, Livefyre (Adobe), Product Designer, Stackpop, Designer & Front-end Engineer
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Pranavpuri Goswami
Founder at Houx Global
- Design Systems
- Design Thinking
- User Experience
- User Interface
I am a user experience Designer and Researcher. I have worked in the web and mobile industry for over 7 Years. I specialize in information architecture, interaction design, usability, and user research for web and mobile. Understanding User Empathy and their Behaviours is always been a plus point of mine. Having a Good command of Qualitative and Quantitative Research is my greatest strength in this field. I am always ready to learn new things and the latest trends in not only the design field but in general also.
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Bibiana Aguero
Sr Vice President - Lead User Experience Designer at Citi
- Design Leadership
- Design Management
- Illustration
- Product Design
Digital Product Designer in New York with over 6 years of experience. Trilingual. Fluent in English, Spanish and French. Leads Product Design by driving creative innovation and implementing research to value-added IA/UX deliverables. BFA degree from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) in Graphic Design. Minor in Photography. Enthusiastic about Blockchain and the Future of Finance. Adobe Illustrator for Vector. Adobe Illustrator, Invision Studio, Sketch for Mobile UI Design. Adobe InDesign for Layout Design and Interactive PDFs. Lightroom 5 and Photoshop CC for Photography Editing & Retouching. Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro for Motion Graphics and Video Editing. Artist. Athlete. Tennis Player. I love branding as well as UI/UX design, which has led me to work on projects such as the Sears Canada rebrand that I made. Check out that project here at
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Arnold Saputra
Senior UX Manager at Gojek
- Art Direction
- Graphic Design
- Illustration
- User Experience
I'm experienced to lead overall design strategy and department management, as well as nurturing the growing teams of interdisciplinary designers (Visual Communication Designers, Researchers, Interaction Designers, User Interface Designers, and Writers). What balancing means is not just what should be done from a user and business perspective, but what is practical technically. I am also passionate to share my UX knowledge at Tech & Design conferences like; Google for Entrepreneur Start-Up Week-End, Tech In Asia, UX Testing event at Jakarta, Global Service Jam, Geek Camp Indonesia, East Ventures Hive talk, CompFest University of Indonesia, and many more. I also write many articles about digital product design and strategy on blogs and mediums.
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Gerson Da Silva
Director of Game Design at Ironhide Game Studio
- Game design
- Narrative
- Project Design
- Social Impact
Experienced Lead Game Designer with a demonstrated history of working in the video games industry. Skilled in Game Design, Mobile Games, Level Design, Narrative, and Systems Design. who has been holding game design workshops and talks on game development in Montevideo, Buenos Aires, Cordoba, Tierra del Fuego, Bucaramanga, Bogota, and San Pablo. Selected by Google as Mentor for the Indie Game Accelerator 2019 in Singapur.
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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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Ignacio Paricio Perez
User Experience Designer at Trimble Inc
- Art Direction
- Graphic Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
I'm a product designer based in Miami, Florida with experience in delivering end-to-end UX/UI design for software products. I made a transition from graphic design to UX/UI and the journey it's been amazing. I'm passionate about crafting user experience to improve the lives of others.
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Sebastian Mantel
Lead Product Designer at Google
- Art Direction
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- User Experience
I am a creative, dedicated and multidisciplinary Product Designer based in Tel Aviv, specialized in Product Design. I like to keep things fresh, clean and minimal, balancing aesthetics and usability to create intuitive experiences. I enjoy creating structured wireframes, planning and problem solving, as well as having a strong interest in Data analysis, and Information architecture. I have more than 8 years of experience in design and worked with different clients from Uruguay, Argentina, USA and Israel.
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Robin Goyal
Product Designer at Jar
- Design Systems
- Design Thinking
- Interaction Design
- User Experience
I am having 5 years of experience in Design. I majorly worked in startups focusing on multiple fields in Design such as Interaction Design, Design system, UI Design, Experience Design and more.
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Yujin Han
Senior Design Manager, Assistant at Google
- Design Management
- Interaction Design
- Product Design
- User Experience
With over 23 years of design experience, Yujin specializes in building design systems, digital products, brands and managing multi-cultural creative teams. - 20+ years of experience in Digital Design - Multi-cultural and globalization understanding: launched products for global brands across different continents, languages, and cultures, while living and working in Asia, Europe and America - Managing Design Teams for 8+ years - Experienced in end-to-end product lifecycle including workshops, brand, research and design (UX UI/Prototype/production design) - Led 4 different large scale design systems (Google, Twitter, Spotify, and Airbnb) - Solid foundation skills in Visual Design and craft across multiple platforms: Web / iOS / Android / Wearables / iTV / Inflight system / Home control pad [Public Talk] The RED: How to become a UX designer, 그때도 알았더라면 좋았을 디자이너로서의 팁 - Seoul (Webinar) Wanted Con. Creative & Design: Designing for Growth, 디자이너의 성장 - Seoul (Webinar) Head of X series: Head of Design conference -San Francisco (Webinar) CACON 86 Design System - Seoul UX 2016, Emotions & Trust - Copenhagen IxDA Interaction design for TV interfaces - London [Public Workshop] Women In Tech 2016 - University of Nottingham Visual Design Bootcamp - John Moores University Design Thinking workshop - Hyper island university
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Jason Reynolds
Senior User Experience Consultant at Bentley University User Experience Center
- Design Leadership
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
- Web Design
Dynamic and accomplished professional with broad experience delivering solutions and directing cross-discipline teams. Possess strong, collaborative leadership skills. Began career as a programmer and have a strong technical aptitude, but find happiness at the points where technology and people intersect. Passionate about user experience and process improvement. Experienced in translating customer goals into business value. Aldrich is the CXO and Co-founder of NextPay.ph, the best alternative to bank accounts for small businesses and entrepreneurs in the Philippines, and the Managing Director UXPH, largest non-profit design organization and community in the Philippines. He is a Sr. Experience Architect and Design Leader who has led teams in some of the most successful tech companies throughout the US, Canada, and the Philippines such as BlackBerry, Getty Images, Artefact, and Remitly. Being a huge advocate for collaboration and design learning, he helps companies weave design and creative culture into their ethos through consultations, workshops, and mentorship, while helping champion the cause to raise the standards of design practices throughout the Filipino tech community.
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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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Ahmad Magdi
Product Designer at ZealPay
- Product Design
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
Professional with hands-on experience in user experience design, and digital product design. Previously worked for several international tech companies from all over the world designing mobile apps, websites, SaaS products, big data visualizations, and blockchain-related products. Passionate about creating functional and minimalistic products, that bring solutions and value to people. Minimalist with a never-ending hunger for knowledge.
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Ilia Avramenko
Senior Product Designer at Kalido
- Design Leadership
- Design Process
- Figma
- User Experience
Hi, I'm Ilia, a Product Designer with over 8 years of experience in product and service design. I've worked across various domains, including Fintech, Banks, and E-commerce, for clients such as Finex, VTB, Johnson & Johnson, Pearson, M.Video, Ferrari, Avito, Alpari, and 20+ others. My background in development gives me excellent technical knowledge, enabling me to create work based on practical solutions with the development process in mind. I love combining creativity and logical thinking to design and create stunning work that is user-centered, has a clear and logical user experience, and is vital for users. I'm passionate about continuous self-education and strive to expand my expertise with new data visualization approaches and explore new possibilities of working with AR/VR/Neurointerfaces. Feel free to reach out to me for a chat, not just for discussing job opportunities, but also for a cup of coffee. Here's a list of my competencies: Research and Analytics: -Stakeholders briefs and interviews -Conducting and analyzing results of usability testing -Online surveys and interviews -Conducting several types of user interaction testing (card sorting, guerilla testing, first-click, 5-seconds, and others) -Web analytics (heat-maps and records of users' actions on the site) -Conducting or supporting A/B testing and competitive analysis -Expert evaluation of interfaces
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Andi Beka
Head of UX & Design at simplesurance GmbH
- Branding & Identity
- Design Systems
- Design Thinking
- Product Design
Lead Product Designer @simplesurance #insurtech in Berlin/Germany.
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Salman Hossain Saif
UX Specialist at Self Employed
- Design Systems
- Figma
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
An easy-to-work-with UI/UX designer with over 8 years of experience designing innovative solutions that deliver impactful results for companies worldwide. I possess deep expertise across the entire design process, from conducting user research and developing information architecture to designing attractive, functional interfaces and overseeing successful implementation. I am as passionate about understanding users' needs as I am about creating beautiful, intuitive designs that bring those needs to life. My background spans industries, including fintech, healthcare, and transportation, and I have consistently increased customer engagement and revenue through improved UX. As a solutions-focused creative, I thrive on collaborating closely with stakeholders and developers to ensure seamless execution of each design. My strengths include rapid prototyping, design system creation, and cross-platform design strategy. When I'm not crafting thoughtful experiences, you can find me mentoring fellow designers or staying on top of the latest UI and UX trends. I’m always seeking to expand my skills and help others level up theirs so that together we can shape the future of design. 🌟 Check out my latest works: https://saif71.com/ ✍️ Read my latest writings: https://blog.saif71.com
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Raul Padilla
Lead User Experience | Product and Service Designer at Over the Reality
- Lean Methodologies
- Product Design
- Service Design
- Sustainable Design
I am a Lead Product and Experience Designer with over 16 years of expertise in crafting innovative solutions and creating value by building meaningful experiences. My design methodology focuses on the critical moments of interaction between people and brands, emphasizing the ideas, emotions, and memories born from these touchpoints. I employ User-Centered Design principles to tailor products and services to how users can, want, or need to interact with them, ensuring an optimal and resonant experience. Interest in Mentoring on Design thinking, innovation, Generative Ai, and Web3.
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Dan See
Principal, National Creative Director at Deloitte Digital
- Art Direction
- Branding & Identity
- Design Leadership
- Mobile Development
Daniel is a multi-award winning Principal, National Creative Director with over two decades of international agency experience. He has worked with some of the world’s most recognised brands across Europe and Australia. Over the last decade, he has lead and grown Deloitte Digital’s creative team to over 50+ nationally, and currently oversees the direction and quality across Australia’s Visual & Interaction design team (Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Perth, Brisbane, and Canberra). Daniel has lead the design of digital experiences and products across a range of platforms including websites, mobile apps, immersive experiences, VR, AR, IoT and digital twin interfaces. His work has led to the acquisition and growth of Deloitte Digital’s new Emerging Technology division. Project highlights include: Developing a projection mapped IoT prototype for a water distribution network using IBM Watson, a 53sqm digital immersive tennis training simulator, and a 3 storey interactive screen for ANZ Banks flagship branch.
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Frederic Audet
Design Lead at Block
- Creative Direction
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- User Experience
I'm a visual designer turned product designer who nerds out on designing best-of-class products and services. I sometimes fantasize about design leadership and constantly seek new challenges. My strengths encompass product vision definition, understanding user problems, crafting compelling stories and designing seamless, human-centered, and beautiful experiences across complex ecosystems. I love the challenge of working on products that require collaboration with different teams across multiple disciplines and bringing innovative ideas to life.
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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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Anrick Bregman
Creative Director at Nexus Studios
- Animation
- Art Direction
- Creative Direction
- Motion Design
I have 15+ years of experience making award-winning creative digital and interactive experiences, both commissioned and self-initiated, working for many organizations and brands all over the world. I run an R&D lab making immersive games and films in Virtual and Augmented Reality. I am an award-winning director and creator, running an R&D studio to explore the future of spatial immersive entertainment by creating experiences built with virtual and augmented reality, computer vision, and machine learning. My mission is to explore new and emerging technologies and incorporate them into the interactive experience workflow. I have been working with virtual production processes for the greater part of two decades. Since 2014, I have focused exclusively on Virtual and Augmented Reality, often running world-class team teams, and creating the vision and ideal circumstances for that team to make a challenging, groundbreaking work happen.
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Andy Witt
Co-Founder, Leader of the Advance Team and Cultivate Labs at Anthem, Inc.
- Creative Direction
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- User Experience
I launched and lead an advanced research and experience design team for the health insurance company BlueCross BlueShield (HCSC). Previously, I was a product designer at global design agency Huge, where I helped pioneer the future of McDonald's end-to-end, cross-channel, digital, and restaurant experience. I'm launching and leading an advanced research and design team for Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, the largest for-profit managed health care company in the BCBS Association and 23rd on the Fortune 500. I joined Anthem from Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC), where I was similarly recruited to launch and lead an advanced research and design team for the largest customer-owned health insurance company in the U.S. Before helping actualize and accelerate health care's institutional transformation from within through design, I led product design at global design agency Huge, where I pioneered the future of McDonald's end-to-end, cross-channel, digital and restaurant experiences. EXPERTISE Direction: Design, Product Research: Exploratory, Generative, Formative, Summative Strategy: Business, Brand, Service, Design, Content Product Design: Interaction, Visual, Motion, Design System, Copy Ops: ResearchOps, DesignOps Team-Building : Hiring, Mentoring
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Ross Popoff-Walker
Principal product designer, Insights & data visualization at Netflix
- Data Visualization
- Information Architecture
- Interaction Design
- User Experience
For the past 15 years I’ve worked on an array of UX efforts. While at Google, I was a lead designer for Google Search and Google Maps. On Google Cloud, I managed the team supporting BigQuery, one of the largest pieces of the Google Cloud Platform. I also organized and led a company-wide effort involving over a dozen teams to standardize internal data visualization design guidelines. For the past 15 years I’ve worked on an array of UX efforts. While at Google, I was a lead designer for Google Search and Google Maps. On Google Cloud, I managed the team supporting BigQuery, one of the largest pieces of the Google Cloud Platform. I also organized and led a company-wide effort involving over a dozen teams to standardize internal data visualization design guidelines. Before that, I worked on early-stage startups and at design agencies like R/GA and Sapient.
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